Cast
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Reggie Currelley
as Chester
Hana Wu
as Sarah
Alexandre Chen
as Tyrone
Marcus Folmar
as Darren
Keisuke Hoashi
as Bruce
Gillian White
as Tasha
Elisa Nixon
as Gloria
Michael Jai White
as Brooke
Renee Gauthier
as Felicity
Elias Cecil
as Fake Plumber
Catfish Jean
as Fred
Blythe Howard
as Veterinarian
Gichi Gamba
as The Hit Man - Real OG Plumber
Tony Hinds
as Officer Reynolds
Matt Gsell
as Officer Curtis
Crew
Director
- Reggie Currelley
Writer
- Reggie Currelley
Producer
- Jared Safier
- Alexandre Chen
- Stephen Curtis
- Reggie Currelley
- Kimberley T. Curtis
- Tony Hinds
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Action/Adventure/Comedy film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, The Hit distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.
Director Reggie Currelley 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 2022, 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 The Hit took approximately 24 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 103 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 139 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 14 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 12 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 2022, when this film is released:
- Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
- The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: December 9, 2022
- Runtime: 1h 43m