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The Big Hit (1998)

"Nothing's more dangerous than some nice guys... with a little time to kill."

5.919981h 31mEN
ActionAdventureComedyCrimeThriller

Directed by Kirk Wong Chi-Keung

Rating

5.9/10

Runtime

1h 31m

Language

EN

Release

April 24, 1998

Director

Kirk Wong Chi-Keung

Official Trailer

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Overview

Affable hit man Melvin Smiley is constantly being scammed by his cutthroat colleagues in the life-ending business. So, when he and his fellow assassins kidnap the daughter of an electronics mogul, it's naturally Melvin who takes the fall when their prime score turns sour. That's because the girl is ...

Cast

Mark Wahlberg

Mark Wahlberg

Melvin Smiley

Lou Diamond Phillips

Lou Diamond Phillips

Cisco

Christina Applegate

Christina Applegate

Pam Shulman

Avery Brooks

Avery Brooks

Paris

Bokeem Woodbine

Bokeem Woodbine

Crunch

Antonio Sabàto, Jr.

Antonio Sabàto, Jr.

Vince

China Chow

China Chow

Keiko Nishi

Lainie Kazan

Lainie Kazan

Jeanne Shulman

Elliott Gould

Elliott Gould

Morton Shulman

Sab Shimono

Sab Shimono

Jiro Nishi

Robin Dunne

Robin Dunne

Gump

Lela Rochon

Lela Rochon

Chantel

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Big Hit (1998), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Affable hit man Melvin Smiley is constantly being scammed by his cutthroat colleagues in the life-ending business. So, when he and his fellow assassins kidnap the daughter of an electronics mogul, it's naturally Melvin who takes the fall when their prime score turns sour. That's because the girl is the goddaughter of the gang's ruthless crime boss. But, even while dodging bullets, Melvin has to keep his real job secret from his unsuspecting fiancée, Pam.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Big Hit. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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