Léon: The Professional

Movie • 1994

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Besson’s stylish direction turns a hitman thriller into an iconic, emotionally charged action film with unforgettable characters and palpable tension throughout.

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Léon, the top hit man in New York, has earned a rep as an effective "cleaner". But when his next-door neighbors are wiped out by a loose-cannon DEA agent, he becomes the unwilling custodian of 12-year-old Mathilda. Before long, Mathilda's thoughts turn to revenge, and she considers following in Léon's footsteps.

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Roger Ebert

But always at the back of my mind was the troubled thought that there was something wrong about placing a 12-year-old character in the middle of this action.

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mxdwn Movies

Despite its controversies, 'Léon: The Professional' remains one of the standout action movies of the 90s, showcasing incredible performances and Luc Besson's unique style.

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Common Sense Media

Parents need to know that The Professional -- also known by the name Leon and Leon: The Professional -- is a stylish action thriller with plenty of violence, bloody deaths, and strong language.

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Three Movie Buffs

Luc Besson knows how to make stylish action movies and Leon: The Professional, his first English language film, is one of his best.

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Rotten Tomatoes

Unquestionably, Leon is an absolute masterpiece with some jaw-dropping performances from Natalie Portman, Jean Reno, and a turned-up-to-11 Gary Oldman.

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IMDb

Truly, this is Oldman's finest performance to date, worthy of Oscar glory, though sadly forgotten.

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