Villain

A hardened criminal, desperate to protect his younger sister from the violent clutches of the crime syndicate he serves, makes a pact with a mysterious hitman. He agrees to carry out a series of assassinations, believing this will buy his sister's freedom. However, he soon discovers he is merely a pawn in a much larger, deadlier game orchestrated by those he once trusted.

Villain (often referred to by its original Indonesian title, 'The Raid') garnered widespread critical acclaim for its groundbreaking action sequences, intense fight choreography, and raw, visceral energy. While some critics noted its straightforward narrative, the film was overwhelmingly praised as a masterclass in modern action filmmaking, solidifying its place as a landmark in the genre.

• Visually stunning and brutally effective action sequences.
• Pioneering martial arts choreography that redefines the genre.
• A relentless and adrenaline-fueled cinematic experience.

Google audience: Audiences widely praised the film's incredible fight scenes and intense action, with many calling it one of the best action movies of its time. Some viewers found the plot somewhat predictable but were largely captivated by the visceral excitement and technical execution of the fight choreography.

Won Best Film at the Toronto International Film Festival (Midnight Madness), Best Director and Best Action Film at the Fantastic Fest Awards, and multiple awards at the Sitges Film Festival including Best Actor for Iko Uwais. It also received numerous nominations at various international film festivals.

The film's intense and realistic fight choreography is primarily based on the Indonesian martial art of Pencak Silat, with lead actor Iko Uwais being a practitioner himself and serving as the film's fight choreographer alongside director Gareth Evans.