What makes this thriller stand out is that it is a true story so you don't need to question the plot for being ridiculous. This story is engrossing in the way a true story is. A diplomat is kidnapped in Beirut and foreign service guy goes there to rescue him. He ha the help of a slightly shady Korean there.
It is more of a thriller than the Hyun Bin movie The Point Men about hostage negotiations. That one wasn't a thrill a minute.
The car chase is something else!
Ha Jung Woo of Narco Saints is always good in these Korean in trouble abroad movies. Ju ji Hoon is good too and who knew he could play funny. The terrible situation in Beirut during that time is vividly brought to life. Great cinematography and directing so that there is hardly a dull moment.
It is more of a thriller than the Hyun Bin movie The Point Men about hostage negotiations. That one wasn't a thrill a minute.
The car chase is something else!
Ha Jung Woo of Narco Saints is always good in these Korean in trouble abroad movies. Ju ji Hoon is good too and who knew he could play funny. The terrible situation in Beirut during that time is vividly brought to life. Great cinematography and directing so that there is hardly a dull moment.