The whole thing achieves a tingling speed and irresistible tension under John Frankenheimer's direction, which deftly lifts some of the tricks of pictorial and musical emphasis from the old Nazi "Blitzkrieg" films.
80
Time Out
Time Out
Frankenheimer's fascination with gadgetry is used to create a striking visual metaphor for control by the military machine. Highly enjoyable.
The performances are excellent down the line, under the taut and penetrating directorial guidance of John Frankenheimer.
80
IGN
IGN
There is a lot of suspense (this isn't an action film like Ronin), and I was on the edge of my seat for most of the movie.
80
TV Guide Magazine
TV Guide Magazine
Seven Days in May smacks of realism, from its skillfully realized sets to its wholly believable supporting performances by O'Brien, Balsam, and John Houseman. Sure to keep you on the edge of your seat.