Hitmen

Two incompetent contract killers, seemingly partners in crime, are tasked with eliminating their own boss. As they navigate the treacherous world of assassination, they discover they have been set up and are now targets themselves. They must rely on each other and their questionable skills to survive and uncover the truth behind the conspiracy.

Hitmen received a generally mixed to negative reception from critics, with many pointing to its convoluted plot and uneven tone. While some appreciated its attempts at dark humor and action, the film struggled to find a consistent voice and often felt derivative of better genre entries. Audiences were similarly divided, with some enjoying the B-movie charm and straightforward action, while others found it predictable and lacking depth.

• Despite a premise ripe for dark comedy, 'Hitmen' often falls flat with its execution.
• The film's attempts at witty banter and stylish action are hampered by a predictable plot.
• While Ryan Phillippe and Johnny Whitworth share some chemistry, it's not enough to salvage the film's weaker elements.

Google audience: Google users found the film to be an unremarkable action-comedy, with many citing a lack of originality and a predictable storyline. While some viewers appreciated the action sequences and the performances of the lead actors, a significant portion felt the movie was forgettable and didn't offer anything new to the genre.

Director Anders Walter is also known for his Oscar-winning short film 'Helium'.