The Time Agent
The Time Agent

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The Time Agent

2016
Movie
26 min
Korean

An Agent from the future comes to the past to prevent crimes. The only way for him to return to the future is simply to wait. During this time, he must live in complete isolation. This would drive most men insane, but it suits the solitary agent just fine... until one day, when he runs into a girl about to commit suicide.

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IMDb4.8/10
Director: Jonathan BakerGenres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

A disillusioned former government agent is forced to confront his past when a former colleague manipulates him into a dangerous mission. He must travel through time to prevent a catastrophic event, facing deadly assassins and paradoxes along the way. As he races against the clock, he uncovers a conspiracy that threatens to unravel the fabric of reality.

Critical Reception

The Time Agent received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some acknowledged the action sequences and Adkins's performance, the film was largely criticized for its convoluted plot, weak character development, and derivative storyline. It failed to make a significant impact on the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Scott Adkins delivers his signature martial arts prowess, but it's not enough to save a predictable and nonsensical plot.

  • The film suffers from a muddled narrative and a lack of compelling characters, making it a forgettable entry in the sci-fi genre.

  • Despite its high-concept premise, 'The Time Agent' fails to engage, feeling like a collection of action set pieces without a cohesive story.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'The Time Agent' are generally unfavorable, with many viewers finding the plot confusing and the execution lacking. While a few appreciate the action, the majority express disappointment with the overall story and character depth.

Fun Fact

Despite being released in 2016, the film did not receive significant distribution or critical attention, leading to its relative obscurity.

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