Is Hitwoman Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (1998)

📖 The Core Premise

Hitwoman stands as a 1998 entry that attempts to leave its mark on the Horror landscape. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "Kassie Karr stars as Natasha, a hitwoman for hire, who has 17 hits to her credit. Natasha is hired to get rid of a cop by the name of Jack Ellis (Dean Paul Fragola), but before she can do that, she must eliminate Serena (Michelle Caporaletti), a witness the mob wants dead! But Serena isn’t who she appears to be, and Natasha finds herself in a pitched gun battle with her quarry from which the only one will walk away alive. And then if Natasha survives her first encounter, then she must face Jack gun to gun. Also starring Dawn Murphy as Ellis’ partner and Lori Klugman and a go-go dancer with whom Ellis becomes infatuated."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. Pamela Sutch attempts to elevate the material, but the direction leaves them with little to work with. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Horror. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Hitwoman worth your time? If you appreciate Horror films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, Hitwoman misses the mark on several fronts. With a runtime of 60 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.