Wild Horses
Wild Horses

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Wild Horses

2012
Movie
28 min
Arabic

Shadi lives in a horse-farm with his disabled and strict father, and with his beloved aging horse, Rosa. The status-quo of their daily farm life is broken when Noa arrives at the farm with her mother for the weekend, and Shadi discovers his father's intentions to kill Rosa.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Director: Jae-kyung KimGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A former legendary boxer, now working as a loan shark, finds himself entangled in a dangerous world of organized crime when he tries to protect a young woman. He must confront his past and use his fighting skills to navigate treacherous alliances and deadly rivalries to ensure her safety and uncover the truth behind a conspiracy.

Critical Reception

Wild Horses received a mixed to positive reception, with praise often directed at its action sequences and lead performance, though some critics noted predictability in its plot.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its dynamic fight choreography and gritty atmosphere.

  • The film's emotional core, driven by the protagonist's struggle, resonated with some viewers.

  • Criticized by some for relying on familiar crime thriller tropes.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented, but general sentiment suggests appreciation for the action and a competent crime narrative.

Fun Fact

The film stars Seung-yong Lee, who is also known for his roles in other Korean action and crime films, often portraying tough, morally ambiguous characters.

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