Jakarta
Jakarta

Movie spotlight

Jakarta

2000
Movie
92 min
Korean

A heist movie about three groups of thieves who independently plan to rob the same bank on the same day, which causes no end of pandemonium and confusion, or does it?

Insights

IMDb4.7/10
Director: Didier GroussetGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A former intelligence agent is drawn back into the world of espionage when a dangerous biological weapon goes missing. He must race against time to recover the weapon before it falls into the wrong hands and causes a global catastrophe. Along the way, he confronts old enemies and uncovers a conspiracy that goes deeper than he ever imagined.

Critical Reception

Jakarta received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many pointing to a convoluted plot and uninspired action sequences. While some appreciated the attempt at a globe-trotting thriller, the execution largely fell short of expectations. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a predictable plot and generic action.

  • Character development is weak, making it difficult to connect with the protagonist.

  • Despite a promising premise, the execution is largely uninspired.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Jakarta are scarce, but the limited available feedback suggests viewers found the film to be a forgettable action flick with little to distinguish it from other genre entries.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in various international settings, aiming for a stylish, global thriller aesthetic, although this was not always effectively translated to the screen.

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