The Killer

David Fincher is as meticulous in his filmmaking craft here as his main character is in his professional craft. A film, so thoroughly thought out and taken care of, I can’t help but marvel in its execution and attention to detail. Perhaps Finchers most meditative piece. In familiar form, yet slightly more reserved and introspective, Fincher delivers in his dark and gritty tendencies while carefully constructing a gripping character study, tackling the addictive nature of a personal vendetta as well as the mental sanity and emotional control needed to remain successful (and alive) in this line of work. The soundtrack perfectly encapsulates the gritty tone Fincher has created here adding to the hauntingly calm narration from a man who will so easy take a life, and the unpredictable and tense nature of this subject matter make for a very effective and nerve-racking experience.