Mad Dog
Mad Dog

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Mad Dog

2017
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
Korean

Choi Kang-Woo is a former detective, but he now works as a veteran insurance investigator. He leads a team that attempts to reveal insurance fraud cases.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Director: Kim Joo-hwanGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

Min-joon, a former gangster, now works as a debt collector. He crosses paths with Tae-goo, a ruthless young criminal who uses extreme violence to achieve his goals. As their paths repeatedly intersect, they become entangled in a dangerous game of cat and mouse, leading to escalating conflict and a battle for survival.

Critical Reception

Mad Dog received generally positive reviews, with particular praise for its intense action sequences, solid performances from its lead actors, and gritty portrayal of the criminal underworld. While some critics found the plot occasionally predictable, the film was largely lauded for its entertainment value and effective pacing.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its high-octane action and thrilling chase sequences.

  • The lead actors' performances were highlighted as a significant strength.

  • Felt somewhat formulaic in its crime thriller narrative at times.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally appreciated the film's fast-paced action and the compelling dynamic between the main characters. Some viewers noted that the story, while engaging, didn't offer many surprises.

Fun Fact

The film features a notable car chase scene that was reportedly filmed over several days in the city of Seoul, utilizing real traffic to enhance the sense of realism and danger.

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TMDB Reviews

1 reviews
ParkMin

ParkMin

This drama falls into the realm of being passable, but not much more than that. While the first two episodes succeeded in establishing an intriguing backstory, subsequent episodes failed to maintain a consistently engaging narrative. A clea...