Derailed
Derailed

Derailed

2016Movie91 minKorean

When two men find their lives derailed, they meet challenges that force them to face a fierce battle to protect their loved ones.

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IMDb4.1/10
Director: Jay WeigelGenres: Action, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

A decorated ex-marine, now working as a driver, finds himself in the middle of a high-stakes heist when his passengers are revealed to be criminals with a valuable item. He must use his combat skills to protect himself and the other passengers from the dangerous perpetrators. The situation escalates into a desperate fight for survival on a speeding train.

Critical Reception

Derailed received a largely negative reception from critics, who often cited its predictable plot, underdeveloped characters, and uninspired action sequences. While some acknowledged the effort in the action elements, the film was generally considered a derivative and forgettable thriller.

What Reviewers Say

  • Fails to deliver compelling action or a gripping narrative.
  • Suffers from a derivative plot and weak character development.
  • Lacks originality and excitement compared to similar thrillers.

Google audience: Audience reviews are sparse, but those available suggest a lack of engagement with the film's action and storyline, with many finding it to be a below-average thriller.

Fun Fact

Despite being marketed as a major action thriller, 'Derailed' had a very limited theatrical release and is primarily known through direct-to-video or streaming platforms.

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Kai

Kai

Around the World in 196 Films Country 1: South Korea Film: Derailed Director: Lee Song Tae Rating: 4/5 [8/10] Derailed is a film that follows four runaway teenagers – Jin Il (Choi Min Ho), Ga Young (Jung Da Eun), Bong Gil (Lee Yoo Ji...