4.8
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
The Big Hit (1998)
The Big Hit (1998)
Overview
Affable hit man Melvin Smiley is constantly being scammed by his cutthroat colleagues in the life-ending business. So, when he and his fellow assassins kidnap the daughter of an electronics mogul, it's naturally Melvin who takes the fall when their prime score turns sour. That's because the girl is the goddaughter of the gang's ruthless crime boss. But, even while dodging bullets, Melvin has to keep his real job secret from his unsuspecting fiancée, Pam.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Viewer Rating
4.8
Overview
Affable hit man Melvin Smiley is constantly being scammed by his cutthroat colleagues in the life-ending business. So, when he and his fellow assassins kidnap the daughter of an electronics mogul, it's naturally Melvin who takes the fall when their prime score turns sour. That's because the girl is the goddaughter of the gang's ruthless crime boss. But, even while dodging bullets, Melvin has to keep his real job secret from his unsuspecting fiancée, Pam.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film's central subject matter and its problem/solution framework are primarily focused on genre conventions (action-comedy, crime) and character-driven chaos, rather than any explicit political agenda. It does not promote or critique specific ideologies from either the left or the right.
The movie features a visibly diverse ensemble cast in various significant roles. However, these casting choices do not involve explicit race or gender swaps of traditionally white characters. The narrative primarily focuses on action and comedic elements, without explicitly critiquing or negatively portraying traditional identities.
Secondary
The film "The Big Hit" does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative focuses on action, comedy, and heterosexual relationships, with no elements related to queer identity or experiences present in the storyline.
The film "The Big Hit" (1998) does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. Its narrative focuses on action-comedy elements involving hitmen and a kidnapping plot, with no depiction or discussion related to transgender identity.
The film features several female characters, including Keiko Nishi, Chantel, and Pam Shulman. However, none of these characters are depicted engaging in or winning close-quarters physical combat against one or more male opponents. Their roles do not involve direct physical confrontation or martial arts.
The Big Hit (1998) is an original film with original characters, not an adaptation, biopic, or reboot of pre-existing material. Therefore, no character has a prior canonical gender to be swapped from.
The Big Hit (1998) is an original film, not an adaptation of pre-existing material or a biopic. Its characters were created for this specific production, meaning there is no prior canonical or historical race to be altered. Therefore, no race swaps occurred.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
6.1
5.9
Critic Ratings
4.1
3.1
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