Added to Netflix on Tuesday, Nov 21, 2023 The Man from Nowhere is a gripping South Korean action-thriller that revolves around Cha Tae-sik, a mysterious loner with a dark past. Living a quiet life, his only connection to the world is a little girl, So-mi, who lives nearby. Their peaceful existence is shattered when So-mi is kidnapped by a ruthless drug gang, dragging Tae-sik into a violent underworld. As he embarks on a relentless quest to rescue her, Tae-sik confronts his own brutal history, leading to explosive confrontations and a journey of redemption and vengeance.
Length: 1h 59m
Genre: Action, Thriller
This Title is: Gritty, Emotional
“The Man from Nowhere” IS STREAMING TODAY ON Netflix IN CANADA!
Trailer
Cast
- Won Bin as Cha Tae-sik
- Kim Sae-ron as So-mi
- Kim Hee-won as Man-seok
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: R for strong bloody violence, pervasive language, drug content, and brief nudity
Content warnings include intense violence, drug use, and some sexual content.
Trivia
- The film is noted for its intense and well-choreographed action scenes.
- Won Bin performed most of his own stunts in the movie.
- The Man from Nowhere was the highest-grossing domestic film in South Korea in 2010.
Our Review
The Man from Nowhere is a masterful blend of action and emotion, creating a riveting cinematic experience. Won Bin delivers an outstanding performance as Cha Tae-sik, perfectly capturing the character’s depth and complexity. The film’s pacing is excellent, building tension steadily towards an exhilarating climax. The action sequences are gritty and realistic, setting a new standard for the genre. The emotional core of the film, centered around the relationship between Tae-sik and So-mi, adds a poignant layer to the narrative, making it more than just an action movie. It’s a compelling story of redemption, with enough suspense and heart to keep viewers thoroughly engaged.
Critic Scores
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