He Never Died

Vertical Entertainment | Release Date: December 18, 2015

7.2	USER SCORE Generally favorable reviews based on 39 Ratings

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Rox22Mar 28, 2016

A rather bizarre movie. Kind of like a hybrid of Vampire's Kiss and Taken. A rather interesting and unique approach to a very over used idea.

If it wasn't for the supernatural element this would have been a very bland and dull movie. SomeA rather bizarre movie. Kind of like a hybrid of Vampire's Kiss and Taken. A rather interesting and unique approach to a very over used idea.

If it wasn't for the supernatural element this would have been a very bland and dull movie. Some interesting humor at times, yet it is to infrequent and overshadowed by the darker tone to really leave an impression. I guess the humor was added to ensure the movie's audience didn't fall into depression.

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He Never Died is a good idea that is perhaps too depressing for it's own good. While the immortality curse angle has been done to death (sorry, couldn't resist) this telling is refreshingly different. But different or not, it's still dull and relies on out of place shock moments or unexpected humor to keep us from falling asleep. Otherwise, an okay movie if your looking for something a bit different.… Expand

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Meth-dudeJun 17, 2016

The acting was good, the movie was interesting and funny andJack was really likeable. Where the movie loses points is when it tries to be an action movie. The action never feels quite right and they could've made it bloodier.Also, the movieThe acting was good, the movie was interesting and funny andJack was really likeable. Where the movie loses points is when it tries to be an action movie. The action never feels quite right and they could've made it bloodier.Also, the movie is pretty boring at times so you lose your interest quite fast.… Expand

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quincytheodoreDec 21, 2015

Sternly charming and devilishly funny in his perpetual longevity.

Mythical entity or immortal is usually portrayed as suave gentleman with silver tongue in cinema, however it's utterly surprising that Terminator-esque robotic personalitySternly charming and devilishly funny in his perpetual longevity.

Mythical entity or immortal is usually portrayed as suave gentleman with silver tongue in cinema, however it's utterly surprising that Terminator-esque robotic personality with tendency to be overly literal in his speech proves to be equally appealing. The whole set-up works due to the main lead Henry Rollins, who is truly an unorthodox cast as his works primarily consists of voice acting and hosting documentary in History Channel, yet he's displaying a knack for comedy and action almost effortlessly.

This is a sort of mix between the vengeance theme movies like John Wick or Equalizer from last year with incredibly odd lead character in Jack (Henry Rollins). He is straightforward and awkward in mannerism, nearly devoid of any formality yet still remains serendipitously humorous. Rollins can even be frightening if needs be, a complete package for comedy thriller.

It's an example of the actors fits the character so well that it can be amusing even when doing mundane things like playing bingo. The two supporting cast Jordan Todosey as Andrea and Kate Greenhouse as Cara are good addition. They make some of the more hilarious scenes simply because the contrasting nature against Jack's rigidity, especially Cara who tiptoes between silly love interest, reluctant accomplish and mild comedy relief.

There is a good balance of violence action for every humor thrown at the gritty tone. The blood and gore come out of nowhere, which just add to the shocking effect from normal setting of small city's diner and apartments. By utilizing the gap between humor and violence, it creates an indifference mood that might be overblown elsewhere, but with the deliberate presentation of the nihilist main character, the movie remains entertaining on both aspects.

This is an immortality angle done right, with intense excessive brutality, fun jab at humor and an impeccable actor as the near superhero and terribly jaded lead.… Expand