Leon (The Professional) review

Plot 100%

Basically it's about 3 central characters, Leon who is hitman who lives alone. Mathilda, a 12 year old girl living in a horrible family situation and Stansfield who is a psychotic, corrupt DEA cop.The film centres on the relationship between Leon and Mathilda, after the latter's family gets killed by Stansfield and his cronies.The plot moves along beautifully, as it explores these characters. It is kind of a poetic film in many ways.

VFX 100%

This film just looks awesome despite being shot in 1993/4. Every print I have seen is crisp and clear looking. The visuals have realism to them, probably from being shot mostly at daytime, and it really gives a great sense of New York. The cinematography is flawless, every shot is perfect. Editing is great and perfectly paces the film.

SFX 100%

Eric Serra is an awesome composer and he can do it all - tense action music, emotional music, etc. It kind of has a french feel to it which makes it unique from other action scores.

Acting 100%

Jean Reno - a great actor, he really underplays the role which I liked.

Natalie Portman - really amazing how good she was considering she was only 12 years old.

Gary Oldman - holy...... greatest villain ever.

Violence

It has great action scenes that are just badass. No gore though for you gore-hounds.

Overall 100%

I can't find any flaws in this film. The director's cut is even better - the extended international version. I've seen this movie dozens I've times and it's great every time.

Btw, anybody who says this movie has anything to do with pedophilia is dumb and ignorant. *looks towards certain users of IMDB*