A Better Life (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 2008, A Better Life is a drama and crime film directed by Andrew James, running about 74 minutes. “Welcome to America” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Two desperate families find their quest for a better life in the United States challenged by prejudice and injustice in director Andrew James' harsh critique of the American Dream. For two families who successfully manage to make their way across the border and into the United States, the harrowing trip through an unforgiving landscape was only the beginning of their treacherous journey. How does one survive in a place where right has become wrong, and the perpetrator is now the victim? Some turn to crime, inadvertently falling into a vicious cycle with the power to destroy families and consume lives before they've even had a chance to prove themselves.
Who’s in it. A Better Life stars Bill Gillane as Radio Show Host.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, A Better Life has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Better Life page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Better Life tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Better Life (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Better Life change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Better Life worth watching?
- A Better Life holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Better Life?
- A Better Life stars Bill Gillane.
- When was A Better Life released?
- A Better Life was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.