Kate

Kate (2021): Spoiler-Free Review

Kate is Cedric Nicolas-Troyan’s 2021 action thriller set in Tokyo. It is a loud, neon-lit race against time.

The Premise

Kate (Mary Elizabeth Winstead) is a skilled assassin. After a job goes wrong, she learns that she has been poisoned and has only one day to live. She uses her last hours to find the person who did it. A teenage girl, Ani (Miku Martineau), gets caught in the chase and slows her down.

Why It Works

• Mary Elizabeth Winstead does much of her own stunt work, and it shows.
• The Tokyo setting gives the film a bright, bold look.
• Woody Harrelson adds humor and menace as Kate’s mentor.
• The fight scenes are tough and physical.

At a Glance

• Director: Cedric Nicolas-Troyan
• Cast: Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Woody Harrelson, Miku Martineau, Tadanobu Asano
• Setting: Tokyo
• Platform: Netflix

Verdict

A stylish, bloody action film with a ticking clock. It is fast and fun.

• Who should watch: Fans of action films with strong female leads.
• Spoilers: none. We never reveal the twist in this review.