The Hustle is a female-driven remake that features two household names – it may look appealing, but don’t let it deceive you – it’s a con job in itself.
The Shade Shepherd is a thumping and garish character venture, made to look and feel alluring, yet ends up inheriting an artistic drive, low on fuel and brisk in speed.
With the most creative kills anywhere, a deeper mythology, and great additions to the cast, John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum is even more deadly and enjoyable.
Surviving the experience of Queen of Diamons means being rewarded with a film that has more to say with far fewer words than much of independent cinema today.