His latest film, Triple 9, is no exception. It isn't an instant classic on the level of Heat or The Departed. The film is neither as tightly polished nor as dramatically compelling as those two masterworks. But what it ends up becoming is a solid exercise in strong B-movie filmmaking, a grimy, dirty cops-'n'-robbers thriller that will provide a spectacular diversion for a couple of hours. With the impressive directorial flair of Hilcoat, a taut and suspenseful script from rookie screenwriter Matt Cook, and a stunning cast that includes great performances from Casey Affleck, Anthony Mackie, Chiwetel Ejiofor and Woody Harrelson, Triple 9 is a late-February treat.