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Dragonetti: The Ruthless Contract Killer
Claudio Dragonetti is an Italian assassin, one of the best in the industry. He is hired by a local mafia boss in Gothenburg, Ivan. He needs Dragonettis services to get rid of the two competitors. The job is nothing special really. This is something that Claudio Dragonetti done many times before. But this time something goes wrong and he accidentally kills the wrong people. This is appreciated neither by the Mafia or the Swedish authorities and Dragonetti soon finds that he is driven from two directions. But Claudio Dragonetti has a trump card which none of his enemies know. He has signed a pact with Satan, a pact that makes him almost invulnerable, all he had to leave in return was his own immortal soul.
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Plot Summary
Dragonetti is a seasoned contract killer who lives by a strict code of honor, refusing jobs that involve women or children. When a new assignment comes in that directly contradicts his moral boundaries, he finds himself in a dangerous game of cat and mouse. He must confront his past and fight for survival against powerful forces who want him eliminated.
Critical Reception
Dragonetti: The Ruthless Contract Killer received mixed to negative reviews. While some critics acknowledged the gritty atmosphere and a few decent action sequences, many found the plot to be derivative and poorly executed. The film struggled with pacing issues and underdeveloped characters, leading to a generally unimpressive reception.
What Reviewers Say
Appreciated for its attempt at a gritty, noir-inspired atmosphere.
Criticized for a predictable and often illogical plot.
Action sequences were deemed functional but uninspired.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and generally reflect the critical consensus, with some viewers finding it a watchable, albeit forgettable, B-movie thriller, while others found the execution lacking.
Fun Fact
The film was independently produced and had a very limited theatrical release, primarily distributed through DVD.
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