The Suspect
The Suspect

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The Suspect

2013
Movie
137 min
Korean

Betrayed and on the run, a former North Korean agent tries to seek revenge on the man who killed his wife, find his missing daughter, and uncover the secrets hidden inside the eyeglasses of a dead man.

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IMDb6.6/10
Google Users79%
Director: Kwon Jae-kyuGenres: Action, Thriller, Drama

Plot Summary

A North Korean spy, Dong-chul, defects to South Korea after a mission goes wrong and his family is killed. He lives a double life, working as a delivery driver while searching for clues about his family's fate. His past, however, catches up with him when he becomes entangled in a conspiracy involving a high-profile murder and a dangerous agent hunting him down.

Critical Reception

The Suspect received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its intense action sequences, solid performances, and a compelling, albeit somewhat convoluted, plot. Audiences appreciated the thrilling pace and the lead actor's charisma, though some found the narrative predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its high-octane action and chase sequences.

  • Gong Yoo's performance as the conflicted spy was a standout element.

  • The plot, while engaging, can be somewhat convoluted at times.

Google audience: Audiences largely enjoyed the film's action-packed nature and the strong lead performance. Some viewers found the storyline a bit complicated, but the overall entertainment value was high.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Actor at the Blue Dragon Film Awards (Gong Yoo).

Fun Fact

The film features an extensive and impressive car chase scene that was filmed over 27 days in Seoul, involving over 100 vehicles and significant stunt work.

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