Grosse Pointe Blank (1997)

A burned-out hitman goes home for his high school reunion, tries to win back the girl, and still has to clock in for a murder.

Crowd Score: 7.3/10

Who Is It For?

If you like dark comedy that’s genuinely romantic (not just cynical), Grosse Pointe Blank is for you. It’s also perfect for anyone who misses ‘90s mid-budget movies with sharp dialogue, great needle-drops, and stars being effortlessly charismatic. Expect a vibe movie: funny, violent, and strangely sweet.

Vibe Match

Hitman noir meets a John Hughes reunion movie, with a mixtape soundtrack doing half the flirting.

What People Are Saying

The script balances romance and crime without whiplash — it lets sincerity exist right next to jokes and violence.

— editorial

The needle-drop soundtrack is basically a co-lead; it’s the reason the movie feels ‘endlessly cool’ to fans.

— crowd consensus

Cusack’s charm is the hinge: he has to be believable as a killer and still someone you want to see get a second chance.

— editorial