The action sequences were well crafted and shot. This movie is filled with terrific fight choreography and cutting edge fight sequences.
Also appreciated how self-aware the story is, with characters often commenting on other similar movies or with small gestures with certain props (no spoilers, sips a coffee).
6.6Keywords: based on novel or bookkidnapping
Plot summary
Ui-gang is a hit man who has decided to retire. He has a nice house and all the money he needs, but one day his wife takes a trip to Jeju Island and leaves him with a request. Her companion on the trip has a 17-year old daughter Yoon-ji who will be left alone during their three week vacation. Ui-gang reluctantly agrees to look after Yoon-ji and make sure she doesn't get into trouble. But she does get into trouble. Yoon-ji is not a bad kid, but she makes some poor choices, and before she realizes it, she finds herself in a situation far more dangerous than she ever imagined. But just as Yoon-ji is in over her head, her captors too will find themselves with more than they can handle when Ui-gang shows up to take her home.
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Jang Hyuk is captivating!
With subtle glimpses of humor, irony, and even compassion, Jang Hyuk is captivating as Bang Ui Gang shifts from seeing Kim Yun Ji as a nuisance to someone deserving of his protection. Once he is invested in finding "who chose the girl," take a deep breath and hang on for the ride because no one is off limits.
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The Man from Nowhere meets John Wick
Stoic man with a violent past must get back into his roots in order to save someone? Yawn. We've all seen that before. It's a tired trope really. But the thing is... this movie knows it - mocks it even at some point.
Instead of focusing in the plot and emotional depth like The Man from Nowhere, The Killer pour it all out on straight action. The fight choreography is impressive, and the John Wick vibe is noticeable from the stylish neon-lit hallway brawls, melee combats, to gun fus.
8/10 One of the best korean martial arts action movies.