He Never Died (2015)

First of all let me just say that I absolutely loved the movie and found it very entertaining, witty, and fresh. I have just finished watching this film and am still pondering certain parts of it in my mind, it is definitely a movie I will be seeing again (more than once I'm sure). Rollins, having a lead role, was absolutely perfect in it and he suited the main character flawlessly, the supporting cast were all excellent and together with Jason Krawczyk (a director with whom I am totally unfamiliar - hence my surprise) they turned out one of the best films I've watched this year. To sum it all up I found this movie to be very gratifying, it has action, blood, a bad guy who's a good guy and enough dark humour to put a grin on most peoples faces plus it's not the "same-old same-old" Hollywood money making formula type of film regurgitated and fed to us with a different title. This movie might not be for everyone, it is dark and a bit cynical in a contemporary way, but if you're in the mood for something a little off the beaten path, I'm sure you'll enjoy it. Also I just wanted to say that in no way shape or form am I involved in the making, promoting or have any other kind of professional associations to this film - like the ONLY bad reviewer on here assumes - and yet I still found this movie pretty cool..

Fmovies: Definitely a refreshing addition to the noir genre. Jason Krawczyk has crafted a unique story loaded with action, in your face violence and enough blood to slake the thirst of the hardiest horror fan. All of this woven together with a deft comedic hand, and pushed along by a jazzy heartbeat of a score. A strong supporting cast of talented up and comers mixed with solid familiar faces rounds out the experience . Henry Rollins steps up masterfully to shoulder the full weight of a Lead role, and it sure looks good on him! If rumors are true of this becoming a series, it will be quite interesting to see Rollins grow more and more comfortable in the skin of Jack, and I for one, am excited to see where Mr. Krawczyk will take him. Bring it on!

The secluded anti-social Jack (Henry Rollins) spends most of the time at home sleeping and watching television. Every now and then he meets the hospital intern Jeremy (Booboo Stewart) to buy blood; he goes to the nearby diner where he is attended by the waitress Cara (Kate Greenhouse) that likes him; and he plays bingo in the local church. Out of the blue, he receives a phone call from his former girlfriend that asks him to meet their daughter Andrea (Jordan Todosey) in a bar. He brings Andrea home, breaking his routine and turning his life upside-down. When she is abducted by a local mafia, Jack is forced to unleash his latent violence.

"He Never Died" is a strange movie that has potential of cult-movie. The dark humor is excellent and Henry Rollins has top-notch performance in the role of a weird cannibal creature that never dies. My vote is seven.

Title (Brazil): "Ele Nunca Morre" ("He Never Dies")

He Never Died fmovies. 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.

He Never Died picked the perfect man to star in this movie. I don't know if Henry Rollins was the filmmaker's choice for the role or the role just fits him like a tailored suit, but it feels so Rollins.

It's a low budget movie about monsters and demons done well. The filmmakers did a lot with what little they had. No huge special visual effects or making up. Usual when movies are unable to fit that into the budget it makes the whole thing cheesy but they came up with an excellent story plot that makes up for it. Plus, the tone the movie was laid out in adds depth (and some cool violent scenes) that takes the place of monster effects as well.

The technical film making does not look cheap like I was expecting for a movie in this caliber. It was a stellar production.

A stellar production that relied greatly on the wonderful acting being done, especially by Rollins himself. An easy task possibly, as it seems he's playing a man he can relate to on a level.

I saw Rollins star in the sequel to Wrong Turn and just like that movie, he was the best part of the experience, but unlike Wrong turn 2, He Never Died has more than Rollins going for it.

I am a big fan of Henry Rollins ever since he was rocking on MTV, but in this film he outdid himself. I cannot imagine a more perfect role for him than this grumpy indestructible man who just wants to be left alone... for your sake.

But it isn't only that. The script made me think of many things and very often made me laugh out loud. Maybe I loved the film so much because I identify with the character, but in so many ways it is a deconstructive story, and I always like what makes me question the way things are and makes me think on how they could or even should be.

Rollins doesn't seem to need to act, he just shows up, but look at the films he chose to be in: Feast, Suck and this to top them off. The movie is one of those rare art pieces where you enjoy every part of the story, every line of dialogue and you don't give a rat's ass about special effects or production values. I loved the movie!