The Big Hit
Plot
In "The Big Hit", affable hitman Melvin Smiley (Mark Wahlberg) finds himself stuck in a precarious situation. Constantly being taken advantage of by his ruthless colleagues, Melvin is forced to navigate the treacherous world of contract killings. When he and his team kidnap the daughter of electronics mogul Benny Chan (Al Borde), things take an unexpected turn. As Melvin tries to negotiate her release, he finds himself entangled in a complex web of deceit and betrayal. His colleagues, including the cunning and ruthless Socrates (André Benjamin) and the volatile Gashadee (Leland Orser), seem more interested in lining their own pockets than seeing the job through. Meanwhile, Melvin's developing feelings for Benny Chan's daughter, Pam (Lauren Steffie), further complicate his situation. As he tries to protect her from harm and get her back to her father, Melvin is forced to confront the harsh realities of his profession and the true nature of those around him. The film takes a darkly comedic turn as Melvin's attempts to do the right thing are constantly thwarted by his own colleagues. With a series of escalating mishaps and misadventures, Melvin finds himself in a desperate bid to survive and redeem himself. As "The Big Hit" hurtles towards its explosive conclusion, Melvin must confront the ultimate question: can he escape the clutches of his ruthless associates and find redemption in a world where loyalty is a luxury few can afford? With its blend of action, humor, and heart, "The Big Hit" is a thrilling ride that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats until the very end.
Reviews
Diego
An unexpected turn of events, a failed director and a cast of inept amateurs, but what awaits them is a truly extraordinary life.
Sebastian
This feels like a film only France could produce. If another country were to adapt it, perhaps they would approach it from a more socially significant angle.
Jordan
With Beckett wrangling Joyce's Finnegans Wake manuscripts, it's a wonder he didn't write Waiting for Godot sooner.
Julian
Absolutely loved it! What a delightful surprise! The metaphor of Waiting for Godot is obvious, but brilliantly executed. The actors' performances on stage were stunning, embodying a freedom and despair that I hadn't anticipated. There were moments watching these seemingly mad characters on stage that genuinely brought tears to my eyes. However, I wasn't entirely sold on the ending. The escape felt somewhat unresolved, and the director's on-stage monologue didn't quite manage to ground such a dramatic turn of events and weighty subject matter, nor did it adequately address the moral conflicts of the criminals' escape. Despite that, I thoroughly enjoyed this magnificent story.
Iris
Unlike many inspirational films about "starting from scratch and winning competitions," this play is meaningless for the actors from the very beginning. It offers neither reduced sentences nor financial gain. The cheering and fanfare merely obstruct what they've been waiting for in prison - freedom. As for the director, he consistently uses the story to achieve tangible success and fame, leveraging a nihilistic narrative to satisfy his own existentialist needs. The entire ensemble is absurd enough. Therefore, the ending is crucial as it dismantles both nihilism and existentialism.
