Ginette Vincendeau

Christina Newland, a film critic specializing in crime cinema, joins director Ben Wheatley and academic Ginette Vincendeau to explore the evolution of hitmen in film. They discuss the transformation from simplistic thugs to complex characters, highlighting iconic films like 'Le Samouraï' and the nuances of female assassins. The trio delves into the moral implications of violence in entertainment and the cultural significance of these characters, revealing how the hitman archetype reflects societal norms and challenges genre conventions.