Rusted Junk Reviews: Leon (1994) — Love, Bullets and Controversy

Hey — welcome to Rusted Junk. We’re digging into the 1994 classic Leon the Professional: Jean Reno’s quiet intensity, Natalie Portman’s breakout performance, and Gary Oldman’s unforgettable chaos. We chat versions (definitely watch the extended cut), the film’s European-meets-New York vibe, and why the director’s real-life history makes the story harder to swallow for some. It’s frank, a bit…