My husband is a big Tom Clancy fan. However, since Clancy has gotten to the point where someone else is actually writing his books for him...in conjunction...he has lost interest somewhat, Cussler's books seem to fill the void slightly. He did enjoy the movie but just thought it was a bit more tamer than the book...which was fine since our son was with us.
It was pure entertainment. I didn't walk out thinking Wow that was the best, nor did I walk out bummed about wasting tme. I thought it had humor, excitment, and was fun to watch. But at this point in my life when I actually have time to see a movie, I want just that, pure entertainment and fun and it delivered