Feb 4, 2012

Leon (The Professional) (1994)

I love this movie. One of the greatest films ever made. It's a travesty that Luc Besson, Natalie Portman, Jean Reno, and Gary Oldman were overlooked for Oscar nominations. Seriously--finest performances of their careers all around. The fact that this was Natalie Portmans very first film speakes volumes about the career she will go on to have. Only 12 when she filmed it. Gary Oldman plays one of the greatest bad guys of all time. Jean Reno's performance is subtle and moving.

Make sure and watch the original release with 24 extra minutes they cut from the US release.

Rating: A+

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