All articles tagged with #assassin
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Daily Caller
A famous actress has been praised for her portrayal of an alleged assassin, sparking controversy and discussions about the glorification of such figures in media.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The New York Times
Kaley Cuoco stars as a suburban mom with a secret life as an assassin in "Role Play," a comedy thriller directed by Thomas Vincent. The film's structure relies on flashing back to preceding scenes to unveil new details, but the mini-twists may feel rushed. While the premise is intriguing, the movie struggles to maintain excitement and credibility, ultimately falling short in delivering a truly engaging action movie experience.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
Director David Fincher's "The Killer," starring Michael Fassbender, offers a fresh take on the assassin genre as it explores the boredom and drudgery of contract killings. When the protagonist, an exceptionally skilled assassin, misses his target, chaos ensues, and he becomes the hunted. Fassbender's character goes on the run, engaging in a series of encounters and a memorable fight scene, all while maintaining a sense of unease. Premiering on Netflix, "The Killer" brings freshness, wit, and unpredictability to the well-worn genre.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Polygon
League of Legends' new champion, Naafiri, is an assassin made up of a pack of wolves. She was once an Ascended warrior who found strength by possessing a pack. Naafiri's abilities include creating Packmates, hurling Darkin-tainted blades, dashing at enemies, surging forward, and empowering her Packmates. Riot has created new companion tech for Naafiri that makes her feel like a true collective.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Dot Esports
Riot Games has unveiled Naafiri, the latest champion in League of Legends, who is an assassin that hunts and attacks her prey as a pack of Dune Hounds. Naafiri is a low-complexity pick and among the easiest assassins players can select in season 13, making her a "beginners-friendly" champion. Riot created new technology around her to make her a mind-reading champion that will most likely be the first one players approach when they desire to learn a new role. Naafiri is expected to arrive on the Rift later next month.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by PCGamesN
Riot Games has revealed the next champion for League of Legends, Naafiri, who is the first true monster champ in a long time. Her design is dark and demonic, with a cursed dagger that fuses with a wolf to reveal her true form. Riot has not yet revealed her abilities, but suggests that she will have a simple loadout, making her a good champion for beginners. Naafiri's release date is unknown, but PC Game Pass subscribers will have access to her on day one.