Director – David Fincher; Credited Screenwriter – Andrew Kevin Walker
Fincher takes on the lean, almost startlingly straightforward narrative of a nameless contract killer (Fassbender) who goes on an international revenge rampage after a hit goes wrong. The film is elevated by a comedic bent as this hitman’s chilling competence is matched only by his near constant gaffs – highlighted by the extreme dissonance between Fassbender’s voiceover and his actions. The ensuing tonal whiplash works for the most part but requires a closer viewing than a film of this type typically asks. The real highlight of the film is Tilda Swindon’s eventual appearance which subverts and reinforces tropes in a deft journey of a scene.
Even Briefer, Please: Slightly light on its feet but with all the intricate care and skill of any Fincher film.
Briefly, Please 