Mist, a gorgeous and deadly assassin with the Heritors Alliance, had my complete and unwavering attention from the very beginning. Her voice over at the beginning, relaxed and in control but tension-filled, too, quickly sets the tone for all that follows. And what follows is a well-written story from Farah Evers, who also directed, produced, and played Mist in this thriller.
The action is almost non-stop, complete with gritty hand-to-hand battles as well as the use of much more deadly force. All of it is painted artfully against the backdrop of beautiful locations, giving the film a heavy feel of authenticity. And the intrigue of Heritor Mist handling the killers sent for her isn't just for the sake of action-the plot is complex and pulls the viewer in as it fills in the blanks in its own time, answering questions as it unfolds.
Mixed in with the thrills are subtle nuances, too, that give the entire film a satisfying depth. Picturesque aerial footage of the cityscape and the yacht that Mist calls home. An assassin, shot and left to die, becoming just the sound of his beating heart as we watch his blood flow on the sidewalk. And Mist's craving for alcohol offset by the recurring, and welcome, enjoyment of pizza, and not just by her.
What most elevates this film, though, is that Farah Evers is completely believable as a fierce killer able to spar with the toughest of opponents. She's fit and wears the striking and memorable Mist wardrobe to perfection. And it's not just the seductive and mysterious Mist tattoos that convey the character's intensity-she has a commanding on-screen presence and portrays Mist with strength, confidence, and style.
If I ever run afoul of any powerful, ruthless folks, and if a brutal killer will be dispatched to finish me off . . . Let it be Mist!
