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Bad Papa
Yoo Ji-Cheol used to be a top boxer, but he lost everything in a moment. All of his money and fame vanished and his life was ruined. He decides to gain control of his life through mixed martial arts.
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Plot Summary
Ji-cheol, a former boxer haunted by his past, lives a life of desperation, grappling with debt and estrangement from his daughter. To secure her future and make amends for his mistakes, he enters a rigged, underground fighting tournament. Facing formidable opponents and betrayals, Ji-cheol must summon the fighter within him to protect his family and find redemption.
Critical Reception
Bad Papa received mixed reviews, with praise often directed at Jang Hyuk's performance and the film's action sequences. However, the plot was frequently criticized for being predictable and melodramatic, failing to fully capitalize on its compelling premise.
What Reviewers Say
Jang Hyuk delivers a committed performance that anchors the film.
The fight choreography is exciting, but the narrative struggles with clichés.
The emotional core of the story, while present, is often overshadowed by melodrama.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this title, with limited data available to summarize specific likes or dislikes.
Fun Fact
Jang Hyuk reportedly trained extensively for the boxing scenes, performing many of his own stunts.
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