‘Die Hard’ shows its age in fifth installment

Twenty-five years ago audiences were introduced to one of the greatest action stars of all time. John McClane, as given voice by Bruce Willis, was an every man New York City cop who happened to be in the right place at the wrong time.

In an age of simple action films, “Die Hard” mixed quality action sequences, humor and characters that resonated with audiences. John McClane was, above all else, a family man. He did everything he could to save his family while...

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