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Funfactory
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Plot Summary
In the heart of Jakarta's most dangerous slum, an elite police squad is sent on a mission to take down a ruthless crime lord who has taken refuge in a 30-story apartment building. The building is controlled by the crime lord, and anyone who stands in his way is dealt with brutally. The squad must fight their way to the top, facing an army of hardened criminals and the desperate residents who see the criminals as their only hope.
Critical Reception
The Raid: Redemption (known internationally as Funfactory) was met with widespread critical acclaim, praised for its intense and innovative action sequences, brutal fight choreography, and relentless pacing. Critics lauded Iko Uwais's performance and Gareth Evans's visionary direction, solidifying its status as a modern action classic.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its groundbreaking martial arts choreography and visceral fight scenes.
Commended for its relentless action and tight, high-stakes narrative.
Hailed as a benchmark for modern action filmmaking.
Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly loved the film's intense action, incredible fight sequences, and gripping storyline, often calling it one of the best martial arts films of its generation.
Awards & Accolades
Won numerous awards including Best Film at the Toronto International Film Festival (Midnight Madness) and several accolades at the Sitges Film Festival.
Fun Fact
The film's grueling production schedule and intense fight sequences led to numerous injuries among the cast and crew, with many of the actors performing their own dangerous stunts.
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