Hitman's Call
Hitman's Call

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Hitman's Call

1999
Movie
76 min
Cantonese

Hitman Chi-ho (Chin Siu-ho) kills the son of the head of triad in Korea. So the head of the triad puts a death notice to kill Chi-ho. However, when Chi-ho killed the son of the triad head, there is a witness -- Anna, a young girl who seems to be in love with Chi-ho because of his eyes. During the investigation of the case, the cops follow Anna and her friend Ruby to find if there is anything about the murder. One day, Chi-ho visits Anna and they find love for one another. However, at the same time the killers from the triads are come and trouble ensues.

Insights

IMDb3.9/10
Director: Jason W. McSweenGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A seasoned hitman finds himself targeted by a ruthless organization after a botched job. He must use all his skills to survive and uncover the conspiracy behind the betrayal. The film follows his desperate fight for survival against overwhelming odds.

Critical Reception

Hitman's Call received a largely negative reception from critics and audiences, often cited for its uninspired plot, weak performances, and low production values. It is generally considered a B-movie with little significant critical or commercial impact.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for attempting a gritty action narrative.

  • Criticized for its predictable storyline and lack of originality.

  • Performances were often deemed uninspired and unengaging.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, but those available generally indicate a low-quality action movie with little to recommend it, often falling into the category of forgettable direct-to-video releases.

Fun Fact

Despite its title and cast, the film is not related to the popular 'Hitman' video game franchise or its subsequent film adaptations.

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