The Gunman

A grim, muscular chase thriller that trades sleek escapism for weary guilt and brutal, close-quarters fights.

Directed by

Pierre Morel

Genres

Action, Drama, Crime

Starring

Sean Penn, Jasmine Trinca, Javier Bardem

Tagline

Armed with the truth.

Overview

Eight years after fleeing the Congo following his assassination of that country's minister of mining, former assassin Jim Terrier is back, suffering from PTSD and digging wells to atone for his violent past. After an attempt is made on his life, Terrier flies to London to find out who wants him dead -- and why. Terrier's search leads him to a reunion with Annie, a woman he once loved, who is now married to an oily businessman with dealings in Africa.

How it feels

Tense, dark, melancholic and earnest. Brisk and needs your attention.

About

Revenge, guilt, corruption, redemption

Content

Strong violence and language. Mild gore and sexual content.

Note

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