The Professional
1994, Mystery & thriller/Crime, 1h 46m
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critics consensus
Pivoting on the unusual relationship between seasoned hitman and his 12-year-old apprentice -- a breakout turn by young Natalie Portman -- Luc Besson's Léon is a stylish and oddly affecting thriller. Read critic reviews
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Mathilda (Natalie Portman) is only 12 years old, but is already familiar with the dark side of life: her abusive father stores drugs for corrupt police officers, and her mother neglects her. Léon (Jean Reno), who lives down the hall, tends to his houseplants and works as a hired hitman for mobster Tony (Danny Aiello). When her family is murdered by crooked DEA agent Stansfield (Gary Oldman), Mathilda joins forces with a reluctant Léon to learn his deadly trade and avenge her family's deaths.
Cast & Crew
Jean Reno
Léon
Léon
Gary Oldman
Stansfield
Stansfield
Natalie Portman
Mathilda
Mathilda
Danny Aiello
Tony
Tony
Peter Appel
Malky
Malky
Michael Badalucco
Mathilda's Father
Mathilda's Father
Critic Reviews for The Professional
Audience Reviews for The Professional
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Jan 30, 2016This endearing thriller was made a whole lot better by the superb performances especially from the young Natalie Portman and the great Gary Oldman.Maymay A Super Reviewer
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Jul 14, 2015Though its narrative strength wavers during its more bombastic second half, The Professional remains a unique amalgam of genres -- and a showcase for the acting talents of Reno, Oldman, and a young Natalie Portman.Isaac H Super Reviewer
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May 17, 2015Cute - a 12 year old hitman. Natalie Portman plays Mathilda - a kid who is orphaned by a crooked cop. Leon is the loner "cleaner" and Leon and Mathilda become a family with Mathilda learning the trade.Red L Super Reviewer
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