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The Killer's Game 2024

Veteran assassin Joe Flood (Dave Bautista), believing he has a terminal illness, hires a hitman to end his life — only to learn later that the diagnosis was a lab error. But he’s too slow to cancel the contract. Chaos ensues as Joe must fend off the wave of assassins, protect his ex-girlfriend Maize (Sofia Boutella), and stay alive in this over-the-top game of survival.💬 Critics Rotten Tomatoes: 46% critic score based on 50 reviews; audiences rated it more favorably (~80%). RogerEbert.com: Bautista remains charismatic, but the action becomes repetitive, CGI gore is unconvincing, and the pace drags despite its premise. Empire Magazine: Stylish violence and solid fight choreography, but too many clichés and weak character depth make it a forgettable action flick. Sounds of Cinema: Colorful assassins and decent choreography, but thin storytelling, flat visuals, and lack of emotional stakes undermine engagement. Mixed Reviews: Some praised Bautista’s comedic timing and charm, Sophie Boutella’s warmth, and standout supporting turns from Kingsley and Crews. Others criticized weak dialogue, pacing issues, and an overloaded cast with little development depth.🧾 Community Insights On Reddit, opinions diverge:“A fun premise that could have been executed better… most of the action was fun, the CGI blood was so obvious though.”“Some odd music choices. The whole thing felt like a TV episode.”“It’s a fun movie, although not a memorable one… The movie didn't take itself seriously.”Another thread noted the audiovisual quality as surprisingly high, despite derivative storytelling:“I was blown away by the cinematography… plot obvious… but the cinematography, sound and acting put it way higher.”💻 Where to Watch Available to rent/buy digitally since October 4, 2024 on platforms like Amazon Prime, Apple TV, Vudu, etc. (≈ $19.99 rent, $24.99 buy). Streaming: Launched on Prime Video in January 2025; expected to appear on Starz later in 2025.🎥 Box Office Overview Production budget: ~$30 million. Opening weekend (U.S. & Canada): ~$2.70 million across 2,623 theaters, marking the lowest opening of Dave Bautista’s career. Total domestic gross: ~$5.40 million, accounting for about 91% of total earnings. International earnings: ~$520–524K, with Russia/CIS being the primary territory. Worldwide total: ~$5.9 million — significantly less than its budget, confirming it as a box-office bomb.✅ Conclusion The Killer’s Game is a high-concept action‑comedy that promises non-stop insanity: flamboyant assassins, chaotic battles, over-the-top violence, and Bautista’s imposing yet surprisingly tender lead performance. But beneath the carnage you'll find predictable storytelling, shallow characters, cheap-looking gore effects, and little emotional resonance. Recommended if you’re looking for: Mindless, explosive action with comedic beats A silly premise pulled off with gusto (especially by Bautista)Not recommended if you want: A tight, original script Strong character development or narrative depth Read More

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