The Assignment

The Assignment is a 2016 action, crime, thriller film directed by Walter Hill. The movie follows the story of Frank Kitchen, a skilled hitman who is double-crossed by a gangster and falls into the hands of a rogue plastic surgeon known as Dr. Rachel Jane. The doctor performs gender reassignment surgery on Frank, turning him into a woman, as part of her twisted vision of a better world. Frank, now a hitwoman, sets out for revenge against the doctor and the gangsters involved in his surgery. Along the way, he meets Johnnie, a nurse who helps him in his quest for vengeance. The movie follows Frank's journey as he confronts his new identity and seeks to right the wrongs done to him. The Assignment features an ensemble cast, including Michelle Rodriguez, Sigourney Weaver, and Anthony LaPaglia. The film's themes include identity, revenge, and the morality of medical experimentation. The movie received mixed reviews from critics but has gained a cult following for its unique blend of action, suspense, and social commentary.

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