The Kill Room

The Kill Room

Year: 2023

Runtime: 1 h 38 m

Language: English

Director: Nicol Paone

Thriller

In this high-stakes thriller, an ambitious art dealer finds herself entangled in a deadly game of cat and mouse when she partners with a ruthless hitman and his calculating boss. As their illicit scheme spirals out of control, the hitman's sudden rise to Avant-Garde fame forces the dealer to navigate treacherous art world politics against the backdrop of brutal underworld machinations.

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Timeline – The Kill Room (2023)
Trace every key event in The Kill Room (2023) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.
1

Reggie's Coffee Shop Visit

Reggie, a skilled assassin, visits a local coffee shop under the pretense of wanting a drink. Instead, he checks for security cameras to ensure a safe kill. Satisfied, he attacks the store owner, eliminating him without any witnesses.

Local Coffee Shop
2

Reggie's True-Crime Obsession

While navigating the streets, Reggie indulges in his fascination for true-crime podcasts, reflecting his complex personality. These podcasts serve as a backdrop to his violent lifestyle, giving him a dual identity that contrasts his professional life.

City Streets
3

Financial Trouble Hits the Company

The company employing Reggie runs into financial turmoil, pressing the need for unconventional methods to launder their cash. With their previous money launderer imprisoned, they face the challenge of finding new means to stash their illicit gains.

4

Patrice's Debt and Empty Gallery

Patrice, an art curator, struggles with significant debt and an empty gallery filled with unsold paintings. Despite having a keen eye for art, her financial woes drive her to consider dubious proposals as a way out of her predicament.

Patrice's Art Gallery
5

The Deal Proposal

Gordon approaches Patrice with an enticing offer; he'll provide her with a painting and additional cash in exchange for a sizable commission check. Initially, Patrice declines, but a shift in her circumstances soon reopens her interest in the deal.

Art Gallery
6

Reggie's Transformation into a Painter

Gordon tasks Reggie with painting instead of killing, merging his criminal life with art. This unexpected pivot leads to an ingenious laundering scheme, where Patrice can capitalize on Reggie's violent past through his art.

7

Rise of Bagman's Reputation

As Reggie's art becomes a sensation, Patrice begins receiving offers from curators worldwide. The once-struggling gallery flourishes with newfound attention, marking a significant turnaround for both Patrice and Reggie.

Various Art Galleries
8

Realization of Reggie's True Identity

At a party unveiling Reggie's latest art, Patrice discovers the unsettling truth about Reggie's past as a hitman. The shocking revelation nearly incapacitates her as she grapples with the implications of their fraudulent partnership.

Art Gallery Party
9

Contemplation of Consequences

After the party, Patrice faces the grim reality of possibly facing prison for her involvement in laundering money for a killer. Rather than shattering her career, this truth paradoxically elevates Bagman’s reputation, driving increased sales.

10

Reggie's Desire for Change

Tired of his violent lifestyle, Reggie expresses a desire to leave his life as a hitman behind. His aspirations shift towards art, seeking a new path where he can channel his feelings creatively without resorting to murder.

11

Patrice's Strategic Meeting Arrangement

Patrice arranges a meeting between Reggie and Ramen Rashikov, a dangerous arms dealer on his 'Red File' list. This plan aims to leverage Reggie's notoriety as an artist to execute a high-stakes hit disguised under a cover of art appreciation.

Art Critic's Establishment
12

The Final Art Piece

As Rashikov visits Miami, Patrice unveils Reggie's final art piece while secretly planning his assassination. The event strategically masks the operation, allowing Reggie to blend his final act of violence with his artistic persona.

Art Gallery
13

Assassination and Escape

Reggie smothers Rashikov using a plastic bag, completing his transition from hitman to artist in a deadly masterpiece. Following the murder, he and Patrice orchestrate a smooth escape to evade suspicion, solidifying their pact.

Art Gallery
14

Using Evidence for Leverage

To secure her freedom, Patrice confronts Andre with the check for Reggie's artwork along with evidence linking him to Rashikov's murder. She threatens to turn this dossier into the authorities if anything happens to her, a daring power play.

15

A New Dawn for Patrice and Reggie

With the murder of Rashikov behind them, Patrice’s gallery thrives while Reggie's art gains immense recognition. They emerge from this treacherous alliance, ready to navigate their new identities forged from violence and creativity.

Last Updated: January 14, 2025 at 19:25

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