Hit Man (2024)

You step into the absurd underworld of a quiet university lecturer who moonlights as a fake hit man. The film pairs a mild academic routine with covert police stings, turning every classroom scene into a covert showdown. Joaquin Phoenix carries every scene with almost no dialogue, letting tension build like an invisible blade. A sluggish middle act slows the rhythm, almost pinching the suspense before the final duel. You’ll appreciate this uneven but intriguing blend if you enjoy sharp satire layered behind an otherwise tense thriller.