the action of "Sudden Death" has been adapted for a new generation. A security guard (ex special forces) brings his two kids to work at a basketball arena... on the day the governor, mayor, thousands of other spectators, and 8 terrorists are there. starring Michael Jai White. Dallas Jackson directs from the screenplay by Jackson and Gene Quintano; Based on the 1995 film "Sudden Death", screenplay by Quintano; originated from the story licensed to Universal Studios. from Universal 1440 Entertainment.