Requiem for a Killer 2011
In Jérôme Le Maire's slick 2011 thriller *Requiem for a Killer*, the deadly artistry of opera collides with the cutthroat world of high-stakes contracts.
Director: Jérôme Le Maire
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Requiem for a Killer (2011) about?
*Requiem for a Killer* follows Lucretia, a poison-for-hire assassin with a love for opera, who must eliminate a rival baritone during a high-society festival in the Swiss Alps. Disguised as a singer, she navigates a world of glittering performances and hidden agendas, where every aria could be her last.
Who directed Requiem for a Killer?
Jérôme Le Maire directed *Requiem for a Killer*. Known for crafting atmospheric thrillers, Le Maire blends suspense with stylish visuals in this high-stakes opera-house noir.
Who stars in Requiem for a Killer?
The film stars Clovis Cornillac as Lucretia, Mélanie Laurent as a key ally, Tchéky Karyo as a rival, with Christopher Stills taking the role of the doomed baritone Alexander Child.
Is Requiem for a Killer (2011) worth watching?
With its moody Alpine setting and operatic twist on a classic hitman tale, *Requiem for a Killer* offers a refreshing take on the thriller genre. While it may not boast a widely known cast, its slick direction and unique premise make it a compelling watch for fans of suspenseful, atmospheric cinema.
How long is Requiem for a Killer?
The runtime for *Requiem for a Killer* is 91 minutes.
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About Requiem for a Killer (2011) — A deadly soprano sings for her life in this Swiss Alps thriller
In Jérôme Le Maire's slick 2011 thriller *Requiem for a Killer*, the deadly artistry of opera collides with the cutthroat world of high-stakes contracts. Clovis Cornillac stars as Lucretia, a lethal poisoner with a passion for the stage, who takes on a near-impossible mission: infiltrate the exclusive Ermeux Festival in the Swiss Alps and eliminate a rival under the guise of a soprano. Her target? British baritone Alexander Child (Christopher Stills), a man whose recent purchase of a Scottish distillery stands between powerful industrial interests and a lucrative pipeline deal. With tension simmering behind velvet curtains and champagne flutes, every note feels like a ticking clock.
Blending the refined aesthetics of classical music with the relentless pace of a noirish thriller, *Requiem for a Killer (2011)* delivers a hauntingly atmospheric tale where betrayal hums in the overture and danger lurks in the crescendos. Mélanie Laurent and Tchéky Karyo add layers of intrigue as allies (and potential adversaries) in a game where the wrong aria could mean curtains for more than just the performance.