Kill Me Three Times
Kill Me Three Times

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Kill Me Three Times

2015
Movie
90 min
English

While on a seemingly routine job, a jaded hit man discovers that he's not the only one with his target in the crosshairs.

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IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes57%
Metacritic50/100
Google Users50%
Director: Kiah Roache-TurnerGenres: Action, Comedy, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

Hitman Charlie Wolfe is hired to kill Alice, the wife of a wealthy businessman. However, upon arriving at the scene, he discovers Alice has already been murdered. This discovery plunges Charlie into a labyrinth of escalating violence and double-crosses, as he uncovers a complex web of deceit involving infidelity, blackmail, and revenge among the residents of a small coastal town. Charlie must navigate this deadly game to survive and uncover the truth behind the interconnected murders.

Critical Reception

Kill Me Three Times received mixed reviews from critics, with many praising its unique narrative structure and dark humor, while others found its convoluted plot and inconsistent tone to be drawbacks. The performances, particularly Simon Pegg's, were generally well-received. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating its stylish execution and twists, while others found it overly complex or lacking in emotional depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive, non-linear storytelling and darkly comedic tone.

  • Simon Pegg's performance as the weary hitman was a standout element.

  • Some critics found the plot overly complicated and the tonal shifts jarring.

Google audience: Audiences found the film's stylish presentation and dark humor appealing, though many noted that the plot could be confusing at times. The performances were generally well-regarded, but some viewers felt the story didn't quite reach its full potential.

Fun Fact

Director Kiah Roache-Turner originally envisioned the film as a short, which then evolved into a feature-length project.

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Reno

> When no ones are innocent, the trouble would be twice to deal. It was a hot and humid atmosphere, I thought they shot in Italy. Then came to know it was an Aussie flick when a dead kangaroo was shown. So Simon Pegg in an Australian fil...