Sniper: Assassin’s End

Movie Trailer

Release Date
June 16, 2020

Genre
Action, Thriller

Cast & Crew

• Chad Michael Collins as Brandon Beckett
• Tom Berenger as Thomas Beckett
• Sayaka Akimoto as Lady Death/Yuki Mifune
• Lochlyn Munro as Agent Zeke “Zero” Rosenberg
• Ryan Robbins as Agent John Franklin
• Emily Tennant as Agent Juliet Clover
• Michael Jonsson as Drake Phoenix
• Sasha Piltsin as Vasily Petrov

Director
Kaare Andrews

Other Movies Director is Known For

• Cabin Fever: Patient Zero (2014)
• Altitude (2010)

Producer

• Greg Maloney
• Vicki Sotheran

Writer

• Oliver Thompson

Budget
Estimated $3 million

Production Company

• Destination Films
• Mandalay Pictures

Running Time
95 minutes

Languages
English

Maturity Rating
R

Content Advisory

• Strong violence
• Language
• Intense action scenes
• Some bloody imagery

Movie Story
“Sniper: Assassin’s End” is the eighth installment in the long-running Sniper franchise. The film follows elite sniper Brandon Beckett (Chad Michael Collins), who finds himself on the run after being framed for the assassination of a foreign dignitary. With every law enforcement agency hunting him down, including a group of ruthless mercenaries, Brandon must use all his skills to uncover the truth and clear his name.

Brandon’s situation becomes even more dangerous when he discovers that one of the world’s deadliest assassins, Lady Death (Sayaka Akimoto), has been sent to eliminate him. To survive, Brandon teams up with his estranged father, legendary sniper Thomas Beckett (Tom Berenger), who has been living off the grid. Together, the father-son duo must navigate a web of conspiracy, betrayal, and high-stakes assassination plots.

As they close in on the real culprits, Brandon and Thomas engage in a series of intense sniper duels and close-quarters combat, using their expertise to stay one step ahead of their enemies. The film combines action-packed sequences with tactical precision, staying true to the franchise’s roots while introducing new challenges and adversaries.

“Sniper: Assassin’s End” is a tense, action-driven thriller that focuses on the deadly skills of its protagonists as they outmaneuver their enemies in a game of cat and mouse. The movie explores themes of loyalty, redemption, and the bond between father and son, all while delivering the high-octane action fans of the series expect.

Special Effects
The special effects in “Sniper: Assassin’s End” include realistic sniper sequences, with careful attention to detail in the portrayal of ballistics, scope visuals, and long-range shots. The film uses practical effects for its action scenes, including shootouts and explosions, while relying on CGI to enhance the impact of certain sequences, such as bullet trajectories and atmospheric effects during sniper duels.

Box Office Performance
“Sniper: Assassin’s End” was released directly to video-on-demand and DVD, which is typical for the franchise. The film was well-received by fans of the series, who appreciated its focus on action and the return of Tom Berenger as Thomas Beckett. Although it did not achieve significant mainstream success, the movie performed solidly within its niche, continuing the franchise’s legacy.

Filming Locations

• British Columbia, Canada

Notable Quotes

• “You want to survive, you’ll have to outsmart them all.” – Thomas Beckett
• “They’ll never see us coming.” – Brandon Beckett
• “One shot, one kill. That’s the way of the sniper.” – Lady Death

Behind-the-Scenes
“Sniper: Assassin’s End” brings back Tom Berenger, who originated the role of Thomas Beckett in the first Sniper film in 1993. His return to the franchise is a significant draw for longtime fans. The film was shot in various locations in British Columbia, Canada, which provided the rugged and forested backdrops essential for the sniper sequences. The production team focused on making the action scenes as realistic as possible, with extensive research into sniper tactics and ballistics to ensure authenticity.

Awards
The film did not receive any major awards but was praised by fans of action-thrillers for its tight pacing and engaging sniper sequences.

Final Verdict
“Sniper: Assassin’s End” is a solid entry in the Sniper franchise, delivering the intense action and tactical precision that fans have come to expect. While it doesn’t reinvent the genre, it offers a satisfying blend of suspense and combat, bolstered by the return of Tom Berenger. For fans of sniper films and action thrillers, this movie provides a well-crafted, engaging experience.

IMDb Rating
5.4/10