Silent J’s review published on Letterboxd:
"I like these calm little moments before the storm. It reminds me of Beethoveen. Can you hear it? It's like when you put your head to the grass and you can hear the growing and you can hear the insects."
There are plenty of calm, quiet moments like that in this film that help add to the human drama, as well as high octane action that keeps you on the edge of your seat waiting for the outcome. The very complex relationship between Leon and Matilda is perfectly realized thanks to a great but subtle performance by Jean Reno and a terrfic breakout turn from a young Natalie Portman. As always, Gary Oldman steals the show with a phenomenal performance. Along with amazing action scenes, the direction and cinematography is very well done and stylish. This is one of those rare action films that finds a perfect balance between human drama and intense action that will make you laugh, cry, and curl to the edge of your seat. Best hitman movie ever!