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Farang
Former criminal Rickard has vanished. Fleeing Sweden and the old friends he has testified against, he abandons his name, his life, and his family to start over in Thailand. Ten years later and still with a price on his head, Rickard knows that a return home would be a death sentence. And so he ekes out his existence as a small-time crook in the back alleys of Phuket. Life’s tough and dirty, but at least it won’t kill him.
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Plot Summary
Sam, a French mercenary, finds himself stranded in Bangkok after a mission goes wrong. To survive and exact revenge on those who betrayed him, he must navigate the city's treacherous underworld. Along the way, he forms an unlikely alliance with a local woman who becomes entangled in his dangerous quest for justice.
Critical Reception
Farang received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its action sequences and lead performance, while some found the plot to be somewhat predictable. Audiences generally responded well to its gritty portrayal of Bangkok and its intense fight choreography.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its high-octane action and impressive fight scenes.
Nassim Lyes Si Said's performance as the stoic mercenary was frequently highlighted.
Some critics noted that the narrative followed familiar revenge thriller tropes.
Google audience: Audience reviews often point to the film's visceral action and the compelling presence of its lead actor. Some viewers found the storyline engaging, while others wished for more originality in the plot.
Fun Fact
Nassim Lyes Si Said, who plays the lead role, is a former professional kickboxer, which contributed significantly to the authenticity of the film's fight choreography.
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