A Better Way to Die

Rating:
Summary: A Good Action Movie with Solid Cast
Review: "A Better Way to Die" provides what action flick fans would like to see -- like, a twisted plot peppered with bullets-showering shoot-outs -- and moreover, it is proud of the solid supporting cast.

The star (and writer & director) is Scott Wiper, who plays the role of 'Boomer', who, tired of violence in the police work, decided to go to his love (Henstridge), only to find himself involved another chain of bloody violence, being mistaken for "Harry," missing agent who went away with a secret of the government. To hunt down the hero, lots of hitmen (including Andre Braugher, seen with Nicholas Cage in "City of Angels" and with Paul Giamatti in "Duets") chase him, his love, and whoever he is concerned, causing many body counts on their way. The story itself is, frankly, very unbelievable, but thanks to Scott Wiper's impressive skills of direction to produce the high-octane action scenes, it is always entertaining, if too violent sometimes.

But there are still some flaws; some of the supporting cast, most notably Joe Pantliano (seen in "Memento" as Teddy), is given too short screen time to give vitality to the film. Henstridge is also wasted in a minor role, so her fans would not appreciate her being in this movie very much, and the star Scott Wiper's acting (a little one-dimentional) seems to pale beside these colorful cast.

However, the movie itself is a fast-paced, good action film, and certainly Wiper has a considerable talent to create an exciting gun-fight scenes with unexpected off-beat humor. But the best thing of the film is always underrated Braugher, who astonishes us, portraying the hitman's humane side and menace at the same time. Watching him act is another fun you can get in "A Better Way to Die."

Rating:
Summary: A Good Action Movie with Solid Cast
Review: "A Better Way to Die" provides what action flick fans would like to see -- like, a twisted plot peppered with bullets-showering shoot-outs -- and moreover, it is proud of the solid supporting cast.

The star (and writer & director) is Scott Wiper, who plays the role of 'Boomer', who, tired of violence in the police work, decided to go to his love (Henstridge), only to find himself involved another chain of bloody violence, being mistaken for "Harry," missing agent who went away with a secret of the government. To hunt down the hero, lots of hitmen (including Andre Braugher, seen with Nicholas Cage in "City of Angels" and with Paul Giamatti in "Duets") chase him, his love, and whoever he is concerned, causing many body counts on their way. The story itself is, frankly, very unbelievable, but thanks to Scott Wiper's impressive skills of direction to produce the high-octane action scenes, it is always entertaining, if too violent sometimes.

But there are still some flaws; some of the supporting cast, most notably Joe Pantliano (seen in "Memento" as Teddy), is given too short screen time to give vitality to the film. Henstridge is also wasted in a minor role, so her fans would not appreciate her being in this movie very much, and the star Scott Wiper's acting (a little one-dimentional) seems to pale beside these colorful cast.

However, the movie itself is a fast-paced, good action film, and certainly Wiper has a considerable talent to create an exciting gun-fight scenes with unexpected off-beat humor. But the best thing of the film is always underrated Braugher, who astonishes us, portraying the hitman's humane side and menace at the same time. Watching him act is another fun you can get in "A Better Way to Die."

Rating:
Summary: NOBODY'S NERVOUS
Review: A Better Way To Die is a action-packed,dark-comedy about a ex-chicago-cop named "Boomer" who quits the force after his partner is killed in a undercover drug bust by ruthless gangters, and desides to go up north to wire things up with his estranged girlfriend, but on the way he gets robbed,shot at,beaten,framed,and his girlfriend killed in the process, and is mistakenly identified as a missing FBI agent the Chicago mob and corrupt FBI agents are trying to track down which leads Boomer to a quest of bloodshed and revenge.

A Better Way to die is the best action-packed film of the year 2000, and its dark humor and hilarious gun fights and won't leave viewers disapointed. I highly recommend A BETTER WAY TO DIE.

Rating:
Summary: A hidden treasure. Where did this come from?
Review: Boomer (Scott Wiper) is tired of all the violence in his job and the city that he lives in. He decides to quit the police force and return home to a small town and his girlfriend (Natasha Henstridge). On the way home he is mistaken for a government operative and becomes the target of several hitmen and a government agent (Lou Diamond Phillips).

After reading nothing but great reviews everywhere I looked, I decided to finally pick up this movie and I was not disappointed. This is a movie all action fans will love. There is also a great plot and the story serves up several twists and turns. The great thing is not many of them are predictable. This film was written, directed and stars Scott Wiper. He has also put together a great cast including Andre Braugher, Joe Pantoliano, Natasha Henstridge and Lou Diamond Phillips. I can't wait to see more of his work.

The DVD is presented in 16 X 9 anamorphic Widescreen and in DD 5.1 surround. The only downside it that there is not much in the way of suppliments. There is a commentary by Scott Wiper and the theatrical trailer.

Rating:
Summary: A hidden treasure. Where did this come from?
Review: Boomer (Scott Wiper) is tired of all the violence in his job and the city that he lives in. He decides to quit the police force and return home to a small town and his girlfriend (Natasha Henstridge). On the way home he is mistaken for a government operative and becomes the target of several hitmen and a government agent (Lou Diamond Phillips).

After reading nothing but great reviews everywhere I looked, I decided to finally pick up this movie and I was not disappointed. This is a movie all action fans will love. There is also a great plot and the story serves up several twists and turns. The great thing is not many of them are predictable. This film was written, directed and stars Scott Wiper. He has also put together a great cast including Andre Braugher, Joe Pantoliano, Natasha Henstridge and Lou Diamond Phillips. I can't wait to see more of his work.

The DVD is presented in 16 X 9 anamorphic Widescreen and in DD 5.1 surround. The only downside it that there is not much in the way of suppliments. There is a commentary by Scott Wiper and the theatrical trailer.

Rating:
Summary: A Great Action Movie
Review: This is indeed the best action movie of 2000. Even though it was not realeased in theatre's, it is clearly a great action film. As the film opens, an undercover cop watches his partner blown away in an undercover deal gone bad. He quits the department and leaves to be with his girlfriend who has given him a second chance, but along the way, he gets shot at, chased, and winds up wanted by police and a gang of assassins who think he's someone else. By the time the film ends, you've seen a great action movie with a good plot. Thats usually hard to find.

Rating:
Summary: A Great Action Movie
Review: This is indeed the best action movie of 2000. Even though it was not realeased in theatre's, it is clearly a great action film. As the film opens, an undercover cop watches his partner blown away in an undercover deal gone bad. He quits the department and leaves to be with his girlfriend who has given him a second chance, but along the way, he gets shot at, chased, and winds up wanted by police and a gang of assassins who think he's someone else. By the time the film ends, you've seen a great action movie with a good plot. Thats usually hard to find.