Good Day To Die Hard, A

Oh for gosh sakes....by the fifth go round there are still people who expect the movie to hit all the first movie's notes. Even movies have to move on! I think this is one wicked action movie and having John McClane go full circle and be the whining stand around is a hoot in my book! Besides he snaps out of it in about 5 minutes as only John would! Bruce Willis doesn't do anything by half measures but he does everything with sly glee in his eye and with that wily delivery of his. It's a really fun show to watch because of him and this new situation he's in with his ne'er do well son arrested and facing the death penalty or life in a Russian Prison!!. Cut em some slack guys. I for one love it and I bet I'm not alone. (and all those other reviewers who don't feel this is Die Hard material and didn't find anything to Marvel at...are probably wasting their time looking for the cameo by Stan Lee). Don't let them spoil your fun. Dad riding to the rescue and getting himself smack dab in the middle of a mess of international proportions not to mention having Dad spoil his son's big mission in Moscow is grist for the Die Hard mill and boy do they grind that grain down. The opening action sequence alone is worth the price of admission with a car chase that has to be seen to be believed! The one liners firing back and forth between Dad and Junior are rapid fire entertainment at its best! The plot also cleverly mirrors their own angst with it's set up of Father and Daughter and makes the goings on even more pointed in the end. Get the movie and have a really exciting evening with Bruce and his new domestic crisis as only it could happen to John McClane. It's great!!

Maybe the wrong people have been watching this movie; that may explain all those negative reviews. Gone With the Wind is a masterpiece of a movie, but to me it was boring---it's just not my type of movie. Well, A Good Day to Die Hard is a GREAT action movie and nothing else!!! It's not philosophical, it's not dramatic, it does not have a deep plot, and it may not even make sense. That's okay. But it's FUN !! Lots of incredible action, gun-fire, car-chases, crashes. It's hard to catch all the details. The plot, as others have opined, is thin, but it keeps the story moving so that the directors can insert more action sequences. Acting is good, too, even though it is mostly (surprise!) of the macho-guy type. A few comical moments are interspersed here and there to add variety. IF YOU ARE AN ACTION MOVIE FAN YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED. If you watch this movie for any other reason you will give it a one-star rating. So, be fair to this movie and to yourself and watch Les Miserables instead.

The movie was great and, came in great condition.

I sure am glad about two things. Firstly that I read a lot of reviews saying this movie is terrible, and secondly knowing that most of the time public reviews are often extremely harsh and not always fair, I'm glad I didn't listen to these people. Here, netflix, IMDB 75-90% of the reviewers either didn't like or downright hated this movie. And I read dozens at each web site. I expected this movie based on all that to be a total bomb. Truth is it's not bad at all. Certainly better than the second installment. In my opinion it's not as good as 1,3 and 4. But better than 2, which I simply thought was not very good at all. People complained that Russia is not a good setting for a Die Hard movie. well I can say it's a lot better than an entire Die hard movie set at an Airport. And in this installment the action is much better than it was in 2. Many of the reviews were not only too harsh but they were also totally incorrect sometimes. For instance numerous reviews complained that Willi's McClane doesn't hardly say a thing through nearly the entire movie. Totally false. He talks through most of the film only a little less than would be expected. Another is people complaining that the chase scene was 20,30 minutes long. Well it was actually about 3 or 4 minutes longer than the usual classic chase scenes we like to reference. But that doesn't matter and shouldn't. The action and destruction that takes place during this scene is some of the best I have ever seen. More cars are destroyed in this segment than have probably ever been destroyed in any other chase scene in movie history, but they are also destroyed in unique ways and it's visually realistic and extremely impressive. What's the main thing people expect from a Die Hard movie? Lots of mind blowing action that doesn't let you down. This chase as well as all the action in the movie doesn't dissapoint, it's done superbly. Some action moments are pretty hair raising and very stylishly done. What doesn't work in the movie well is the chemistry between McClane and his son. It's just lazy chemistry with no real heart. They are not given much as far as a script goes to work with either. Comparing it to the script and Chemistry Wills had with Sam Jackson or Justin Long in 3 and 4, it's pretty lackluster, downright terrible in comparison. There is also a lot less humor than we've come to expect and that is a let down too. The bad guys in this outing do not standout like Hans or Peter Gruber did, and there's no hot ass kicking asian girl in this one either. The movie is also not as lengthy as the other Die Hard movies. It's about 15 minutes shorter, so I understand the various reviews where people felt it could have been longer. And Willis often becoming sort of a backup man for his son seems a bit unflattering too. One of the things that we love about John McClane is that he takes control of the situation even if most of the time he feels "This a bad idea". So if there is a lot that just doesn't work well about this movie, then why 4 stars? Well that was a tough choice, but considering how far downhill the movie industry has drifted in the last 10 or so years, I've seen so many movies as of late that are just plain terrible or such letdowns when they promised to be great that I expected this to be even worse than those. I mean based on all the bad reviews I expected an absolute total bomb. This film is far from that. Since Hair raising action is the main reason I go see a Die Hard movie, on that level this movie delivers the goods. Very happy Willis is still willing to play in another sequel, so that's a lot better than no Die Hard to go and see. Sure the plot, script and other various things about this film seem kind of dull and feel kind of flat, but it's still a very entertaining movie, and though it's nowhere as good as the last installment I still really enjoyed it, and much more than Die Hard II. Still there's a lot to like about this movie. The setting of Russia as a backdrop is really very nice. It's used well, particularly arial shots make the city interesting. Lots of great moments, the plot and story are still interesting, and the movie has a lot to like about it. I think too many people expect each Die Hard movie to outdo the one before it. That was true of 3 and 4 after all, but then not true of I and II. I recommend it as long as your expectations are not set too high, you should really enjoy it. Certainly better than the 'Taken' films. More intelligent and better action. If you loved the two Taken movies, you should love this.

Let me start this by saying it certainly could have been a better film, but I still liked it a lot anyway! The action may have been a lot more over the top compared to the last Die Hard movies, making it a bit different, but it still had an okay story and the father and son thing was played well enough I thought. In my opinion it still felt like it had some of that Die Hard blood in it, even though it had more of a spy theme to it (like Bourne) due to his son being in the CIA. The action was not only the best part, but was full of excitement and really heart-stopping moments. It was done really well. There are also little things that you might notice along the way, if you are paying enough attention, that I didn't notice until I had repeated watching it. It is more of an action film than the other films, but it helps freshen things up and does extremely well during the action. I can understand people not liking it, because while the other Die Hard films were focused more on telling a good story, this one is focused more on having good action. I forgave it for that, because I still thought it was a very solid effort. I loved it!

I'm a fan. Have the collection. Good quality

Well this is better than no/4 as to relating to the over done bits that spoils a lot of shows, The story is great and the actors done a great job performing their roles. Okay the story goes to Russia where dad goes looking for his son and puts his big foot in it, That happens a lot with him doesn't it. Now to carry with our story his son is investigating a crime incorporation and trying to catch them but with dad there, he has just got to go. The suspense is there and so is the action plenty more to be said but why spoil it for you. So get a move on and grab the munchies pick up the movie on the way and have a look for yourself, you won't be disappointed. I rated this an A grade plus for the thrills and spills, edge of the seat action. Thrown in to confuse the matter are a few pieces to keep you guessing, Something for you to find out, Fantastic entertainment at its best so grab your chair and put your feet up to relax to a wonderful night with this fabulous movie. Enjoy!

I love the DIE HARD series. It has been one of the most consistent as far as entertainment and quality goes. Perhaps in the action genre,only the Lethal Weapon films can also stake tat claim. But unfortunately, the 5th time around is not the charm for John McClane. The story concerns McClane going to Russia,to offer support for his son-in prison and wrapped up in a high profile trial of a Russian national.The father/son pair meet up and butt heads as they try to outrun the terrorists pursuing the trio,and get to safety. SO...the good? *It has all the action you'd want/expect from a DIE HARD film. *Marco Beltrami also seems to be more comfortable in doing an action score that fits this franchise,and while i would have liked more of Michael Kamens themes-i cant really complain. *A new location. They dont over-do it and slam a sign that says 'Were in Russio,heres a landmark!" in your face so,while the film takes place outside the US,the subtle presentation lets you enjoy it or ignore it,depending which you prefer. Ah...the bad: *The runtime. The film is barely an hour and 40 minutes long-at least 20 minutes shorter than it should be. Why the rush? It feels as though there was a whole other part to the movie that got scrapped... *Where are the police? We hear a siren and see a cruiser fly by,and that is enough for the film-makers i guess. *No fights? A few fists get thrown,but come on-wheres the down and dirty battle? Take the fight with Karl in DIE HARD, or the fight with Maggie Q's character in LIVE FREE OR DIE HARD. Even if John Sr is too old for karate-chopping,let the son pick up the slack...thats what he's there for right? *John Jr/Jack...yes,he's presented as the lead and John is the sidekick...maybe its just because that fits the story more. Blehh *Scenes in the trailer that didnt make the cut (ohh..more half-naked biker chick..sigh) How it could have been better: You could solve 2 problems in one fell swoop. If they had introduced a Russian detective,who was following the Terrorists and McClane duo..youd have *a longer runtime *an opportunity for a few quite moments,that weren't a sappy/macho blend,and could help give the audience a better look at the 'characters' *a simply more rounded,grounded film Im not saying it would have been the best of the series,but it of been better received if it was at least the quality of DIE HARD 2 so its not as awful as some reviewers claim,and as an action movie its just fine...a decent mindless extravaganza of violence. But as a film with the banner Die Hard...it misses a bit. If the film-makers had a checklist of what makes it a John McClane adventure,they checked off most of it. So is it the weakest of the series,yes. Is it the 'Leonard Part 6" of action movies..no. You'll enjoy it if you really like the first 4,you just might find yourself upset that they made no more effort than the checklist.

"Die Hard - Un buon giorno per morire" è il quinto capitolo della famosa serie di film d'azione "Die Hard", con Bruce Willis nei panni del leggendario poliziotto John McClane. Nel film, McClane si ritrova coinvolto in una pericolosa trama internazionale mentre cerca di aiutare suo figlio, Jack McClane, interpretato da Jai Courtney. La trama ruota attorno a un tentativo di evasione di un importante prigioniero russo, e John McClane si trova a combattere per la giustizia e per proteggere la sua famiglia. Il film offre le tipiche sequenze d'azione adrenaliniche che hanno reso la serie "Die Hard" così iconica, con esplosioni spettacolari, sparatorie e situazioni ad alta tensione. Mentre alcuni fan potrebbero apprezzare il ritorno di McClane e la sua abilità di affrontare situazioni estreme, la ricezione di "Die Hard - Un buon giorno per morire" è stata varia. Alcuni lo considerano un degno capitolo aggiuntivo alla serie, mentre altri potrebbero preferire i film precedenti. Se sei un appassionato della serie "Die Hard" e ami le avventure adrenaliniche di John McClane, potrebbe valere la pena darci un'occhiata.

Completes my die hard collection

John Moore delivers a great action picture with a fantastic visual aesthetic done with 35mm film not that digital crap most directors use nowadays without knowing what they're doing, frantic & choppy editing and overall a very kinetic structure. The script is o.k. and the relationship between the two McClanes plays out nicely. All the actors fit into their parts and deliver right on the spot. The film basically is an action fest reminiscent of action films of the 80s, with not too much CGI but huge set pieces that gradually get destroyed. The fact that so many people bash this film while current cinema offers wave after wave of truly idiotic movies that get great accolades from the same people is incredible. The criticism about the action scenes being to much to be survived is really worth something from people who are otherwise more than willing to invest themselves into all kinds of fantasy BS delivered around the clock, get a life damn it! The same goes for the criticism about too much CGI in the picture, Pacific Rim/The Hobbit/Superhero movie of the month are you kidding me? A Good Day to Die Hard is a great movie AND a great Die Hard, unlike the toothless, boring, stereotypical, embarassingly contemporary Live Free or Die Hard that even Timothy Olyphant couldn't save. Die Hard 5 is better than both Die Hard 4 and 2 and even Die Hard 3. No Die Hard will probably ever match the first one, but in terms of delivering a great action experience with McClane thrown into unexpected cirumstances again is a complete success in my opinion, I had a ball watching it! Man I love this movie!

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IN BLURAY THIS IS A MUST HAVE IN ANY ONES COLLECTION! AND IF YOU ARE A DIE HARD FAN YOU KNOW WHAT YOU NEED TO BE DOING, JOHN IS WAITING!