: As a rare female director in the 90s action genre, Leder was praised by FlickFilosopher for her visually original approach, particularly the dialogue-free opening sequence and the tense car chase through Vienna.
: Contrastingly, CHUD.com argued the film was "flat as hell" and lacked the kinetic energy of other 90s action greats. The Peacemaker (review) - FlickFilosopher.com The Peacemaker (1997)
: It captures George Clooney in his prime "action vehicle" era, often cited by Movies and Drinks as a fun time-waster for fans of political thrillers. Common Critiques : : As a rare female director in the
: Reviews from Every Movie Has a Lesson point out that in a pre-9/11 world, the film was a smart action piece that prioritized intelligence over mindless hubris. The Peacemaker (1997)