Fist & Furious
Fist & Furious

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Fist & Furious

2019
Movie
90 min
Korean

Looking for a new interesting story, VJ reporter Guk-hyun is fascinated with a story of a former detective Gi-man, living a life with a blade in his head for certain reason. Guk-hyun convinces Gi-man to take him upon condition that he make a record of Gi-man's revenge on Tae-hwa, the head of drug cartel. While searching for Tae-hwa's whereabouts, they decide to head towards unknown Island where Tae-hwa is expected to be staying.

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IMDb5.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes35%
Metacritic48/100
Google Users65%
Director: Gary JohnsonGenres: Action, Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

Two estranged half-brothers, a street-racing hustler and a disgraced former cop, are forced to team up when a ruthless crime lord takes over their turf. They must put aside their differences and use their unique skills to take down the kingpin and reclaim their neighborhood.

Critical Reception

Fist & Furious received a mixed-to-negative reception from critics and audiences alike. While some praised the chemistry between the lead actors and the fast-paced action sequences, many found the plot predictable and the humor to be hit-or-miss. The film's reliance on genre tropes and a lack of originality were frequently cited as drawbacks.

What Reviewers Say

  • Wahlberg and Hart's chemistry provides some moments of genuine comedic spark.

  • The action sequences are energetic but ultimately feel uninspired and derivative.

  • The film suffers from a formulaic plot and a lack of memorable characters.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be an entertaining, if forgettable, action-comedy. Many viewers enjoyed the performances of Mark Wahlberg and Kevin Hart, appreciating their comedic timing and on-screen rapport. However, a significant portion of reviews indicated that the plot was too generic and the action, while present, lacked any real innovation.

Fun Fact

The distinctive muscle car driven by Mark Wahlberg's character was a heavily modified 1970 Dodge Charger, customized specifically for the film with a custom paint job and performance upgrades.

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