Quartile rating: 5/10 · 1 rating
A police chief tries to solve a kidnapping that involves a bank robber holding a young boy hostage.
First Kill (2017) is a generic crime thriller that hits familiar beats without distinction. The kidnapping-meets-bank-robbery premise is well-worn territory offering little fresh perspective. Bruce Willis, in one of his many late-career paycheck roles, delivers a minimal performance, while the rest of the cast is similarly unremarkable. The cinematography is competent but uninspired, typical of mid-budget direct-to-video fare. The plot mechanics are predictable and the resolution lacks impact. Overall, it represents a by-the-numbers entry in the crowded action-thriller space.