A film hailed as ‘one of the best sci-fi movies in years’ that is a ‘must see for fans of Bruce Willis’ is set to air on TV for free tonight.
Looper, a 2012 release penned and directed by Rian Johnson, will be shown on television tonight (Saturday, January 11) on the Legend channel at 9pm. The channel can be accessed on Freeview channel 41, Sky 148, Virgin Media 149, and FreeSat 137.
Cinema enthusiasts who wish to rewatch the film or experience it for the first time should remember to tune in at the right time. This is because, currently, the film is not available for streaming anywhere. It can be rented on digital platforms such as Amazon Video, Sky Store, Apple TV or YouTube but it is not part of any subscription-based streaming service.
Bruce Willis and Joseph Gordon-Levitt both play hitman Joe but at different times in his life
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The plot revolves around Joe, portrayed by Joseph Gordon-Levitt, a hitman involved in organised crime, who eliminates people sent back in time by his employers. Those like Joe who perform this type of work are known as Loopers, reports the Mirror.
However, during one assignment, his own future self, played by Bruce Willis, appears before him for assassination. Older Joe manages to evade him, leading to a chase where the younger killer must pursue himself in a bid to safeguard their present and potential future.
Looper also featured a stellar supporting cast including Paul Dano, Jeff Daniels, and Emily Blunt. It was Johnson’s third feature film after Brick and The Brothers Bloom. Following the success of Looper, he went on to direct major titles such as Star Wars: The Last Jedi and the acclaimed murder mystery Knives Out. Despite his later high-profile projects, many fans hold a special place for Looper in their hearts.
Fans have lauded Looper for its innovative take on the sci-fi genre and its clever time-travel narrative. One admirer remarked: “One of the best sci-fi movies in years. A must-see for any fan of time-travel or Bruce Willis.” Another added praise for its storytelling: “One of the best written and executed time travel films that feels easy to follow along while still being creative and interesting. A movie of this quality and is hard to find with so many bad time travel movies.”
Fans praised the film’s use of time travel in its story
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The performances of Bruce Willis and Joseph Gordon-Levitt, who play the same character at different ages, were particularly highlighted by audiences. The decision to use prosthetics on Gordon-Levitt to resemble Willis more closely was a memorable choice.
A viewer shared: “One of the best Bruce Willis action thriller adventures. Requires attention but once you follow it it delivers a fun ride.” Another fan expressed their enjoyment of the film’s unique concept: “This film is really good. The time travel looper concept is interesting and a cool idea. Joseph Gordon-Levitt does a great job at capturing Bruce Willis’s likeness and mannerisms.”
Looper is on Legend at 9pm on Saturday, January 11.