Killing Joan Is Just Killing Time – Movie Review
When asked what it’s like to die halfway through the film’s run time, the titular Joan responds, “it’s not peaceful, it’s painful”, and this sentiment couldn’t be more apt for the experience of watching Killing Joan. This supernatural, mob revenge film from writer/director Todd Bartoo is available this April and sure to hit you like a punch to the gut. If the success of Black Panther is any indication, comic book movies are here to stay and while Killing Joan is not an adaptation of any known graphic novel, it definitely has a super hero edge to it. It’s got an origin story, mysterious powers and your standard organized crime boss to bring down in order to protect the innocent. But does Killing Joan break new ground or just a few clavicles? Let’s find out. Here’s the plot: When tough as nails female mob enforcer, Joan is murdered by a jealous member of her gang that wants her spot in the boss’ pocket, she’s resurrected with mystic abilities that allow