Hit Man

I'd seen so many amazing things prior to this films release and after watching it for the first time, I can whole heartedly say that it is all warranted. Perfect performances, with a great story and phenomenal pacing, I am shocked at how much I enjoyed my time with it. I understand the Glen Powell love now. He's so brilliant in this film and it really gives him a chance to show off his range as an actor through all the disguises he wears throughout the film. Evidently these moments are great but I honestly enjoyed the moments where he wasn't pretending more, as despite the insane premise, his performance is very nuanced and perfect for what the film demands of him. Pairing him with Adria Arjona was such an inspired choice as they both have undeniable chemistry and the plot allows us to care about both of them, as we spend so much time with them. It also helps that Arjona is doing a great job here as well. The story is simple yet effective. I honestly thought going in that there would be gun fights, murders and everything in-between, but the lack of all of those things makes the studying of the characters so much more effective. One of my biggest worries was that they were going to go for the liar reveal plot trope, and whilst the movie does take elements of this, it comes out in a really unexpected and fresh way that made it feel so far from basic and contrived. The pacing of the film is also superb and it feels like there's no filler whatsoever. I think it's the perfect length as I think even extending it by 10 minutes or so, would have killed this movies pacing. The overall direction from Linklater is simply superb, enough said. Such a joy to watch and one I am surprised at how much I liked. Need to watch 'Anyone But You' to step up my Glen Powell game and need to watch more Linklater, because I feel like I'm really missing out!!!