A Better Way to Die
Boomer is a rookie cop based in the urban hellhole that is downtown Chicago. After his involvement in a drug bust operation which results in the death of Carlos, his mentor and father figure, Boomer becomes disillusioned with the brutal and inhumane nature of his job. Consequently, he decides to hand in his resignation to the Chicago Police Department and return to his home town of Joliet, where his fiancé, Kelly, awaits. While en route back to Joliet, however, Boomer makes a grievous error in judgment when he stops for, and assists, an unfortunate motorist whose vehicle appears to have broken down; the naive ex-cop is swiftly attacked and rendered unconscious. Boomer awakes to find that his car and wallet have been stolen, and that he has become involved in a dangerous game of mistaken identity.
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Plot Summary
A former Olympic boxer, now working as a hitman, is tasked with a dangerous mission that could cost him his life. He finds himself entangled in a web of deceit and betrayal, forcing him to confront his past and fight for his future. As the stakes rise, he must rely on his skills and instincts to survive.
Critical Reception
The film received largely negative reviews from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and uninspired action sequences. While some performances were occasionally acknowledged, the overall consensus was that it failed to deliver a compelling crime thriller.
What Reviewers Say
- The movie suffers from a convoluted plot and unconvincing character motivations.
- Action sequences are poorly choreographed and lack tension.
- Performances are a mixed bag, with few standing out positively.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available tend to align with critical sentiment, finding the film to be a forgettable and unsatisfying crime drama.
Fun Fact
Scott Wolf, who plays the lead role, actually trained in boxing for the film, but his character's profession is a hitman, not a boxer in the present day.
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