The apocalypse is coming, and only Arnie can save us!
Just before the turn of the millennium, the devil has emerged in New York city, where he plans to bring about the end of days, annihilating the world. His plan to consummate with a chosen woman, who will give birth to the antichrist, is ruined though, when an alcoholic ex-cop stumbles into the dark prince’s path.
Gritty and dark, End of Days is an explosive action movie, engaging religious themes with contemporary society. The storyline, a biblical nightmare, maintains a workable balance between dogmatic theory and character development, making the film far more personal than it could have been.
Moments of cinematic artistry reveal themselves, in particular during scenes where the devil causes havoc: such as having a three-way with a mother and daughter. Otherwise the movie is an action-packed thrill ride, moving through the urban landscape with a bucket loads of guns and fire.
Arnie gives a decent performance, playing the surly, bitter cop with a degree of authenticity - reminiscent of his Terminator days, and Gabriel Byrne is excellent as Satan with some bad-ass brimstone moments.
Think Dogma, without the laughs but plenty of ammunition.
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