Review of Until Death (2007) by Chris D — 24 Jun 2007
Having a break from all his usual action movies has done the boy good, as this has to be one of the finest Van Damme films to be released in a while. I had my reservations knowing that Fellows was directing this, following the average 'Second In Command', but Fellows appears to have learnt from his mistakes, and in return has made a solid thriller, which while it may not appeal to all, is a great thriller.
Van Damme plays against type as Stowe, a dirty cop, heroin addict and adulterer whose luck is running out. after being shot and left for dead, he is comatose for seven months, only to wake up a new man, realising that he has been giving a second chance at life.
Van Damme does his best with material he is given, and comes so close to the medium known as acting, but he is well supported by the rest of the cast. the story runs along smoothly, and camera-work is very gritty, and improves the actual storyline. there may be a few plot holes, but it doesn't spoil the flow of narrative and characters are given their fair share of story.
If you are expecting bloodsport or kick-boxer, you will be disappointed. but if you are a true Van Damme film, you know where the film was going in the first place, and be pleasantly surprised with the results.
This review of Until Death (2007) was written by Chris D on 24 Jun 2007.
Until Death has generally received mixed reviews.
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