I'm really surprised that so many people on here seem to like that flick. If it works for you I'd say go with it.

It just didn't bring anything new to the table for me.

I also think Man on Fire was one of Washington's best. I didn't expect to like it but I thought it was dead on. Great film.
ATrain Reviewed by ATrain on . "JOHN Q" ~ Movie Wow. Just saw it for the first time. Possibly the most powerful, emotional movie I've ever seen. Denzel is soo fucking good at what he does...unbelievable. Good acting all around. Why did he win an Oscar for Training Day (not saying he shouldn't have)..and not for this performance? This flick is real. No other way to put it. Break it down any way you want...but that shit hit hard. Let's just say I'm glad I watched it alone...and not in the theatre..and not with a girl LOL. Rating: 5