Keanu Reeves reflects on iconic pencil kill scene at ‘John Wick’ 10-year anniversary

At the recent 10-year anniversary screening and conversation for John Wick, Keanu Reeves captivated fans by reflecting on the film’s iconic pencil kill scene.

Reeves described this unforgettable moment as a display of John Wick's "ruthless efficiency" and his unique skill in turning any object, even something as ordinary as a pencil, into a lethal weapon. According to Reeves, the scene was crafted to emphasize Wick’s brutal, straightforward approach to combat and the character’s adaptability under pressure.

 

Reeves highlighted how the team aimed to show Wick's unyielding resolve and creative use of his surroundings, reinforcing the assassin's no-nonsense reputation. Since its release, the pencil scene has become emblematic of the franchise’s gritty realism and has solidified John Wick as a cornerstone of modern action cinema.