Michael Jai White’s Action Thriller ‘As Good as Dead’ Soars on Prime Video

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Three years post its initial release, a contentious action-packed thriller is steadily gaining popularity on various charts. This film, headlined by the renowned action movie star known for iconic roles such as The Dark Knight and Spawn, has managed to secure the #6 spot among the top 10 movies available for streaming on Amazon. Action enthusiasts and viewers alike are flocking to witness this martial arts maestro yet again showcase his exceptional skills, reaffirming his status as one of the industry’s finest in the field.

Under the guidance of director R. Ellis Frazier and penned by Michael Jai White himself, the action-packed movie titled “As Good as Dead” features Tom Berenger, known for his roles in “Inception” and “Sniper”, alongside Michael Jai White. The supporting cast includes Louis Mandylor, Gillian White, Michael Copon, Gabriela Quezada Bloomgarden, Luca Oriel, Roberto ‘Sanz’ Sanchez, Mauricio Mendoza, Guillermo Iván, S.E. Perry, Mario Zaragoza, Vincent Di Paolo, Andrew Dasz, and Dillon Wilson. The plot revolves around a former cop in hiding who faces danger when a video of his combat skills is made public. You can now stream this thriller on Prime Video; find the synopsis for “As Good as Dead” below.

Bryant forms an alliance with a distressed adolescent, teaching him martial arts. However, as Bryant’s enigmatic and perilous past resurfaces, he is compelled into a life-threatening battle to establish his innocence, protect the boy, and reclaim everything he once lost.

‘As Good as Dead’ Proved Divisive Among Critics & Audiences

Upon its release, As Good as Dead created quite a divide among critics and viewers, with varying opinions. On Rotten Tomatoes, it boasts an 83% approval rating from critics, while on the Popcornmeter, it has a score of 58% from audiences. Alan Ng of Film Threat gave the action thriller an impressive 8/10, praising its constant entertainment value and Michael Jai White’s excellent performance as a kick-ass protagonist with diverse action sequences. Nathaniel Muir of AIPT, on the other hand, showered praise upon Michael Jai White, commending his ability to eliminate villains creatively while maintaining a humorous touch in the film that highlights his strengths. The story is fast-paced, thrilling, and effectively utilizes its assets.

As a passionate movie enthusiast, I find myself in the unique position of both admiring and critiquing the film “As Good as Dead”. Despite earning a score of 2/5 from Jennifer Green at Common Sense Media, she couldn’t help but praise Michael Jai White and Tom Berenger, as well as the movie’s B-movie charm. In her words, this blood-soaked, testosterone-fueled fight film set in Northern Mexico is bound to find a dedicated fanbase. She goes on to say that “As Good as Dead” delivers exactly what it promises, a classic B-movie experience, and the cast, including Tom Berenger in a supporting role, fits the part flawlessly.

Brent McKnight from The Last Thing I See encapsulates the film’s essence perfectly when he mentions that at one point Michael Jai White turns a sprinkler system into a weapon, spraying acid on his adversaries. That tidbit alone has me eager to watch this film.

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2025-02-11 20:01