![]() ![]() Nonetheless, Seagal carries the film, making it an enjoyable and entertaining escape for action film aficionados." Those looking for old school Steven, may be disappointed, but the reality is that time catches up with all of us. He doesn't engage in much hand to hand, and editing makes his fight scenes flow. His character is troubled, reflective, and a bit restrained, taking the back seat at times to others. Her background as a dancer is put to good use, as her flashy fighting style primarily features kicking and jumping, bringing an edge to the proceedings.As for Steven Seagal, this film, like Exit Wounds, seeks to build some ties with hip-hop culture. Peeples looks great carrying a gun, and performs most of her own fight scenes. Costumed in a tight black outfit, her look combines elements from The Crow, and The Matrix. Nia Peeples is a suprisingly impressive bad girl. Supporting characters played by Claudia Christian, Tony Plana, and the rapper Kurupt, are less developed and more one-dimensional. Linda Thorson, as a Supreme Court Judge, and Bruce Weitz, are not bad. Morris Chestnut makes an eloquent and intelligent villain. Rated PG-13, it contains massive amounts of gunfire and violence, punctuated by a rap and metal soundtrack.Ja Rule's performance is quirky, and he does a passable job in his action scenes. Despite the monetary difficulties, the film delivers some decent action scenes, with enough of a plot to hold things together. His big screen directorial debut was filmed primarily in Berlin, shortly after the 9/11 incident. Rewritten to incorporate modern elements of hip-hop culture, Paul explains that his goal was to produce a fast paced film, with a stylized music video vibe. Paul's screenplay was originally written years before, but was shelved because of similarity to Jerry Bruckheimer's film, "The Rock". Actor/Writer/Director Don Michael Paul provides an informative commentary that stresses and details, the trials and tribulations of bringing this low budget production to the screen. Johnson's plans need to be adjusted, when the inmates get involved. His second in command is 49er Six, played with style and panache, by the explosive and sexy Nia Peeples. Morris Chestnut is Donnie Johnson (49er One), the group's charismatic and ruthless leader. On death row, he is about to be executed, when the prison is invaded by the "49ers", a group of criminals who want McKenna to reveal the gold's location. Bruce Weitz (Hill Street Blues) is Lester McKenna, a prisoner who has stolen and hidden 20 million in gold bullion. After a confrontation with the FBI, both men are incarcerated on Alcatraz. Action veteran Steven Seagal heads a diverse cast, and though we don't see too much of his trademark fighting style, he delivers a solid performance, with perhaps a bit more depth of character than usual.Seagal is Sasha Petrosevitch, an undercover FBI agent, working to gain the confidence of Nick, a big time car thief, played by rapper Ja Rule. While no masterpiece, it does have its moments, and some pleasant surprises. Their self-titled EP which was released on October 2nd, 2016, has gripped the wheel of modern rock music and steered it towards a new direction."Half Past Dead, is a reasonably entertaining, comic book level, action flick. They have also headlined their own shows as well. ![]() Half Past Dead has also opened for popular bands such as Vampires Everywhere!, The Relapse Symphony, Wednesday 13, One-Eyed Doll, The Dead Rabbitts, American Grim, Hail Sagan, and Doyle of the Misfits. Nobody leaves a Half Past Dead concert without their minds blown! HPD brings it to the people real, upfront, and unafraid. Being both melodic and psychopathic, their shows are packed with energy. Their songs, while on the heavy side, range from topics of love, death, and the reality of life. Their message is to live life to the fullest and not let anybody or anything get in the way. Founded on August 6th, 2014, Half Past Dead's music is a combination of rock, metal, and punk that echoes with a 70's and 80's influence. Half Past Dead is a six-piece American Rock and Roll band originating from Richmond, Virginia. ![]()
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