First Kill
Rayburn has family obligations: a young wife, a son...and the violent crime family that employs him. Devoted to both families, Rayburn is reluctant when he is sent on his first contract kill with his brutal mentor, James. Isolated in an unforgiving wilderness, the men find their identities jeopardized after the messy hit is photographed by a motion detection hunter's camera.
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Plot Summary
A stockbroker is forced to flee when his wife is murdered and he's framed for the crime. He kidnaps a wealthy couple's daughter and plans to use her as leverage to clear his name and get revenge. However, as he gets closer to the truth, he realizes that the conspiracy goes deeper than he ever imagined.
Critical Reception
First Kill received largely negative reviews from critics, who found its plot convoluted and predictable, and its action sequences uninspired. While Bruce Willis's presence garnered some attention, it wasn't enough to elevate the film above its numerous flaws.
What Reviewers Say
- The film suffers from a nonsensical plot and underdeveloped characters.
- Action sequences are generic and unengaging.
- Despite a recognizable cast, the movie fails to deliver any thrills.
Google audience: Audience reviews indicate that viewers found the movie to be predictable and lacking in suspense. Many felt the performances were uninspired, and the plot was too convoluted to be enjoyable.
Fun Fact
Despite being marketed as a major vehicle for Bruce Willis, he has relatively little screen time in the film, appearing primarily in the latter half.
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