Upon cinematic release, being fascinated with Bridget Fonda, I watched 'Point of No Return', which I enjoyed but had no idea it was based on Besson's film. Badham's work was okay in my books, but nothing spectacular. Over the years I had loved those films of his I had seen ('Leon: The Professional', 'The Fifth Element', 'The Family' and 'Lucy'), and decided I wanted to see his earlier classic. I like the fact that…
Top Cast
Anne Parillaud
Nikita
Jean-Hugues Anglade
Marco
Tchéky Karyo
Bob
Jean Reno
Victor, the Cleaner
Marc Duret
Rico
Jeanne Moreau
Armande
Patrick Fontana
Coyotte
Roland Blanche
Interrogation Cop
Jacques Boudet
The Pharmacist
Jean Bouise
The Embassy Attaché
Philippe du Janerand
The Ambassador / Jules, his double
Alain Lathière
Zap
Laura Chéron
The Punk
Pierre-Alain de Garrigues
Pharmacy Cop
Helene Aligier
The Pharmacist
Philippe Leroy
Chief Grossman
Reviews
**One of the most striking films in Luc Besson's work.** This is perhaps one of the most iconic films in the cinematographic work of Luc Besson, who is one of those directors who are hardly consensual or pleases everyone, but has an undeniable talent. The story revolves around a rebellious girl who becomes involved in a crime and the death of a police officer. Arrested, she seems completely out of control, is…
FAQ about Nikita
What is Nikita about?
A beautiful felon, sentenced to life in prison for the murder of a policeman, is given a second chance – as a secret political assassin controlled by the government.
When was Nikita released?
Nikita was released in 1990.
What genres does Nikita belong to?
Nikita is categorised as Action, Thriller.
Who stars in Nikita?
The cast of Nikita includes Anne Parillaud, Jean-Hugues Anglade, Tchéky Karyo, Jean Reno, Marc Duret.