Added to Crave on Saturday, May 4, 2024 Jackie Powers, a well-intentioned but inept hitman, attempts to steer his son away from a life of crime. After a botched job, Jackie inadvertently angers a debtor and ends up taking a waitress hostage. Together, they concoct a plan involving the waitress’s terminally ill mother in a desperate bid for cash, all while trying to dodge a thug with ties to Jackie’s past. This action-packed thriller comedy offers a blend of dark humor and tense moments, reminiscent of Tarantino and the Coen brothers.
You can watch “One Day as a Lion” on Crave in Canada.
Length: 1h 27m
Genre: Action, Thriller, Comedy
This Title is: Dramatic, Humorous, Tense
Cast
Scott Caan, J.K. Simmons, Marianne Rendón, Virginia Madsen, Frank Grillo, Taryn Manning
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: R – Contains scenes of violence and some language
Trivia
- The movie was shot in Oklahoma, showcasing the local scenery and adding authenticity to the film’s setting.
- Scott Caan not only stars in the film but also wrote the screenplay, bringing a unique personal touch to the project.
- The film is noted for its homage to the stylistic elements of renowned filmmakers like Quentin Tarantino and the Coen brothers.
Trailer
Our Review
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“One Day as a Lion” offers a vibrant mix of humor and action, though it may not reach the cinematic heights of the films it nods to. Its unique characters and plot twists provide a decently entertaining watch, albeit with some elements that might feel overly familiar to fans of the genre. The performances, particularly by Scott Caan and J.K. Simmons, add a significant layer of enjoyment, even if the narrative occasionally falters in coherence and originality.”
