

Time Between Dog and Wolf
After his mother is brutally murdered by the Triad in Thailand, Soo-hyun is adopted by NIS agent Kang Joong-ho, and he grows up with Min-ki like brothers. Min-ki and Soo-hyun both become NIS agents later on. One fateful day, Soo-hyun meets Ji-woo after last seeing her in Thailand when he was a child. They start dating. One day, Soo-hyun ruins a mission when the suppressed memories of the day his mother died surfaces in his mind. NIS Director Jung gives Soo-hyun an undercover assignment to infiltrate the Triad and Soo-hyun takes the job. Soo-hyun fakes his death and assumes a new identity to become a member of the Triad. With his fake identity and new name, he prowls the back alleys of Bangkok.
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Plot Summary
In a desolate industrial landscape, a father and son are involved in a complex and disturbing relationship. The son, recovering from a traumatic experience, struggles to reconnect with his father who is deeply entangled in criminal activities. As the father attempts to involve his son in his illicit dealings, the lines between loyalty, morality, and survival blur, leading to a tense and unpredictable climax.
Critical Reception
The film received a mixed to negative reception, often criticized for its dark themes, bleak atmosphere, and perceived lack of emotional depth. Some reviewers acknowledged the directorial effort and the performances, particularly Skarsgård's, but found the overall narrative disjointed and difficult to engage with.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its dark, atmospheric tone and Stellan Skarsgård's performance.
- Criticized for a confusing and underdeveloped plot.
- Found to be overly bleak and lacking in emotional resonance.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'Time Between Dog and Wolf' is not widely available. However, where commentary exists, it often points to the film's challenging subject matter and grim outlook as divisive elements, with some appreciating its artistic ambition while others found it inaccessible.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in the industrial region of Charleroi, Belgium, contributing to its stark and somber visual aesthetic.
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