Dumpling Brothers
Dumpling Brothers

Dumpling Brothers

2013Movie90 minRussian

Two brothers - a business man and a musician , have nothing in common and live two different lives. The death of their father brings them together. To distract their beloved mother from grief they convince her to make dumplings for them and their friends everyday. This innocent request leads to unforeseen consequences.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users75%
Director: Jee-woon KimGenres: Action, Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

A seasoned detective and his rookie partner investigate a series of mysterious deaths, only to uncover a sinister plot involving organ trafficking and a dangerous cult. As they delve deeper, they find themselves in a race against time to stop a powerful crime syndicate before they become the next victims.

Critical Reception

Dumpling Brothers received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised its slick action sequences and dark humor, though some found the plot convoluted. Audiences generally enjoyed the film for its fast pace and strong performances.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its energetic action and darkly comedic tone.
  • Criticized by some for a plot that occasionally becomes muddled.
  • Strong performances from the lead actors were a highlight.

Google audience: Viewers largely appreciated the film's thrilling action and the chemistry between the lead actors, finding it an entertaining crime thriller. Some felt the story could have been clearer, but overall satisfaction remained high.

Fun Fact

While the film is titled 'Dumpling Brothers,' the actual plot does not heavily feature dumplings. The title is a metaphorical reference to the close-knit, almost familial, bond between the two main detective characters.

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