The movie centers on a hired combatant resurrected through an experimental procedure created by his employer. It turns out this revival only grants him a single day of life, and the company begins to question whether reviving him was wise. Despite its fantastical setup, the film is remarkably well-crafted, featuring a story told with a sense of realism, strong acting from Ethan Hawke and Qing Xu, and truly outstandin…

I’m left with the sense that it had the potential to be significantly stronger. It’s disheartening, and frankly I feel let down, that someone of Ethan Hawke's caliber ended up with such a poorly written part.

I can certainly see where someone might find fault with _24 Hours to Live_, and it’s true that it's not trying to be a particularly thoughtful movie. However, the action sequences are just the right sort of enjoyable. _Final rating:★★★ - I liked it. I would suggest checking it out myself._