Jump Out Boys
Jump Out Boys

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Jump Out Boys

2008
Movie
83 min
English

Set in post hurricane New Orleans. A brutal Mexican drug lord (Armando LeDuc) busts out of jail to retrieve the $15 million that his girlfriend is hiding. But detective Raymond (Kris Kristofferson) and McCoy (Sheldon Robbins) will try their best to put him back to where he belongs.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Kim Jin-seungGenres: Action, Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

Three estranged childhood friends, each living a drastically different life, are reunited by a dangerous mission. A former gangster, a struggling businessman, and an aspiring actor must put aside their differences and past grievances to pull off a high-stakes heist. Their target: a powerful crime syndicate holding valuable evidence that could bring down the organization. The unlikely trio must navigate betrayal, old rivalries, and their own questionable loyalties to survive.

Critical Reception

Jump Out Boys received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some praised its energetic action sequences and comedic elements, many found the plot predictable and underdeveloped. The performances were generally seen as serviceable, but failed to elevate the material. The film struggled to find a significant audience and is largely considered a forgettable entry in the South Korean crime-comedy genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its fast-paced action and attempts at humor.

  • Criticized for a convoluted and unoriginal plot.

  • Performances were considered adequate but not outstanding.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Jump Out Boys are scarce and generally reflect a lukewarm reception. Some viewers appreciated the film's straightforward entertainment value and energetic execution of action scenes, finding it a decent popcorn flick. However, a common sentiment is that the story lacks depth and originality, with many finding it predictable and somewhat cliché.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Kim Jin-seung, also wrote the screenplay, marking a significant directorial and writing effort for him in his career.

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Dan_Tebasco

Dan_Tebasco

DMX was a very promising actor at one point 'NEVER DIE ALONE' being the highlight of his acting-career (and seemingly his last great performance). I think he was going through alot of personal problems in 2007-2008, and financial as wel...