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Dragonetti: The Ruthless Contract Killer

Dragonetti: The Ruthless Contract Killer (2010)

Jan 01, 2010 1h 45m Action Crime Thriller

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.

Directed by Jonas Wolcher

Cast

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Aldo Cunei

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Johan Westergren

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Tommy Sporrong
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Fredrik Johansson

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Vargman Bjärsborn

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Jens Nyqvist

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Victoria Lernsten

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John Hinton

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Mads Koudal
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Pontus Sjögren

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Andreas Rylander
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Andreas Rylander

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Per Hellrönn

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Anna-Lena Erlandsson

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Maud Sjögren

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Natasha Semenets

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Crew

Director
  • Jonas Wolcher
Writer
  • Aldo Cunei
  • Jonas Wolcher
Producer
  • Jonas Wolcher

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Thematic Analysis

This high-octane Action/Crime/Thriller film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, Dragonetti: The Ruthless Contract Killer distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.

Director Jonas Wolcher brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.

Released in 2010, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of Dragonetti: The Ruthless Contract Killer took approximately 20 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 105 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 159 minutes long.
  • The cast underwent specialized training for 7 weeks before filming began.
  • The musical score contains over 34 unique compositions.
  • The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.

Historical Context

  • In 2010, when this film is released:
  • Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
  • Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
  • Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: January 1, 2010
  • Runtime: 1h 45m

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