PremiumThe Killer on OTT - Why you shouldn't miss Michael Fassbender's dark thriller with David Fincher's signature camerawork
Legendary director David Fincher’s The Killer is releasing on SonyLIV on May 3, 2024
The Killer
Last Updated: 02.56 PM, May 02, 2024
David Fincher, who is famous for mostly bringing the dark side of the world to screens with films like Zodiac (2007), The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (2008), The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo (2011) and Gone Girl (2014), offered another psychological thriller, The Killer, last year. Fincher is an A-list filmmaker in Hollywood, along with the likes of Martin Scorsese, James Cameron, Christopher Nolan, Steven Spielberg, Quentin Tarantino, Ridley Scott and Danny Boyle. Hence, it's quite predictable what a masterpiece The Killer would be.
Starring Michael Fassbender in the lead, The Killer is coming soon on SonyLIV on May 3. You can also watch it on OTTplay Premium.
Reasons to watch The Killer on OTT
David Fincher's signature style
David Fincher is popular for his dark and witty storylines. His way of interpreting the script at multiple levels is one of the main reasons he's considered a genius. He's a perfectionist behind the camera. Fincher is famous for his tendency to shoot a scene numerous times, sometimes more than 50 times, even for a relatively minor shot. He even achieved 3 Oscar nominations for The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button, The Social Network and Mank. When it comes to psychological thrillers, Hollywood prefers David Fincher's signature style.
Michael Fassbender's performance
Michael Fassbender has also been nominated for the Oscars, BAFTA and Golden Globe awards numerous times. He has also received critical acclaim for the biopic of Apple founder Steve Jobs in 2015. Fassbender made his film debut with Zack Snyder's action epic 300 in 2007, cementing his career in Hollywood. Ever since he was roped in to work with David Fincher in The Killer, netizens have been waiting for the masterpiece. And guess what? The film earned a staggering $455 million at the global box office.
Gripping storyline
The Killer follows an assassin who has psychological issues. He struggles with trusting anyone and very patiently attacks his victims. It is the kind of iconic character that is common in David Fincher's films. One example is the Robert Downey Jr.-starrer Zodiac, which also follows the hunt for a serial killer. Another is Gone Girl, where a woman has been portrayed as a psychopath. Rosamund Pike’s performance was outstanding and unforgettable. People still recall the evilness of Amy Dunne, even after 11 years of its release.
Mind-blowing visuals
Fincher's magical camerawork weaves through the scenes, mirroring the assassin’s calculated movements. Each cut is as sharp and precise as a sniper's bullet. The Killer exudes a chilling sense of horror. It's like a visual feast to your six senses, yet maintains a distance, leaving audiences enthralled and strangely engulfed into the isolated world.