The Assignment

In the shadows of a crime underworld, a skilled hit man named Frank Kitchen finds himself double crossed by a violent gang. Before he can act, he is captured by a rogue surgeon known as The Doctor who performs an extraordinary and controversial transformation, reshaping him into a woman. Now known as Tomboy, she lingers between identities as she learns to move, speak, and fight in a new body while wrestling with memories of his former life. With her thirst for vengeance driving her forward, Tomboy teams with a cryptic nurse named Johnnie who has her own mysteries to protect. Together they plan retribution while confronting loyalties and betrayals that run deeper than blood.

Released in 2016, The Assignment was directed by Walter Hill and based on a concept by Denis Hamill. The film pairs Michelle Rodriguez with Sigourney Weaver in a high octane, gender bending thriller.

Critics offered a mixed read on The Assignment, praising the performances and sharp pacing while noting a lean script that sometimes undercuts its ambitious setup. The film wrestles with identity, power, and revenge, exploring how body swapping reframes loyalty and the costs of violence.