Matt 1998
When two lethal strangers with a brutal shared history are forced back into an uneasy alliance, their old wounds reopen with every tense step.
Director: Kai Kinnert
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Matt (1998) about?
*Matt* follows two hardened killers who reluctantly reunite for a high-stakes job, only to find themselves tangled in absurd bureaucracy when overdue film rentals threaten their mission. Their partnership is as volatile as their past, forcing uneasy cooperation in a race against time, late fees, and each other.
Who directed Matt?
Matt was directed by Kai Kinnert, a filmmaker whose work often explores the edges of dark humor and tension.
Who stars in Matt?
The film stars Thomas Hänisch and Günter Schaupp as the antagonistic duo, with Irene Christ rounding out the tight ensemble.
Is Matt (1998) worth watching?
*Matt (1998)* is a lean, punchy thriller that delivers outsized tension in under an hour, perfect for fans of quirky crime stories. Its blend of humor and menace, anchored by strong performances, makes it worth a watch even if it's not a household name.
How long is Matt?
Matt runs for 42 minutes.
About Matt (1998) — A Dark Comedy-Thriller About Impossible Alliances and Deadline Fears
When two lethal strangers with a brutal shared history are forced back into an uneasy alliance, their old wounds reopen with every tense step. The odd-couple hitmen at the center of *Matt (1998)* must navigate a job that starts not with bullets or betrayals, but with returning overdue films before late fees bury them deeper. Between biting sarcasm and simmering distrust, the short runtime crackles with dark humor and the gnawing dread of a past that won't stay buried.
Directed with a sharp eye by Kai Kinnert and anchored by Thomas Hänisch and Günter Schaupp's magnetic performances, this 42-minute thriller blends crime and comedy into a bite-sized punch of tension and wit. The brittle chemistry between its leads mirrors the fragile truce they've somehow negotiated, while Irene Christ lends an icy edge that keeps every scene unpredictable. Think of *Matt* as a neo-noir meet-cute—if the couple met over a VCR instead of a coffee shop.