This is one of Nicholson's finest performances and that's saying one hell of a lot.
– Joel Siegel,
Good Morning America,
9 Feb 2001
rotten:
Ultimately, the payoffs just aren't there, either psychologically or dramatically.
– Rick Groen,
Globe and Mail,
22 Mar 2002
fresh:
Penn can't be faulted for his work with the actors. Most of the featured players have only a scene or two, but they're indelible.
– Peter Rainer,
New York Magazine/Vulture,
26 Sep 2002
fresh:
Mystery-thriller buffs, promise yourselves that you'll see The Pledge. And while you're at it, be sure to invite along Jack Nicholson fans and anyone who saw the first two movies that Sean Penn directed.