Hitboy

About This Movie

Hitboy is quite the gritty tale, isn’t it? At just 15, Alex finds himself tangled in the underbelly of crime, working as a gun-for-hire. The film does a decent job of portraying the weight of responsibility that comes crashing down on him upon learning he's going to be a father. There’s a palpable tension throughout, a constant push and pull between his criminal life and the longing for something more stable and ordinary. The pacing feels a bit uneven at times, but it adds to that sense of urgency. The performances, particularly from the young lead, strike a chord, capturing that youthful desperation. It’s not flashy, but the practical effects ground it in a way that makes the danger feel very real. A solid watch for those who appreciate character-driven narratives in action films.

Gritty depiction of crime and responsibilityStrong central performance by the young leadFeatures practical effects for a grounded feel