36/50
Detective-detective Park Sun Woo and Seo Do-cheol, a veteran of the Violent Crimes Investigation Division, pursue a serial killer who is shaking up their world
Beterang (2015) follows.
Veteran is an action comedy in which veteran detective Seo Do-cheol faces off against a young, arrogant chaebol heir, Jo Tae-oh, who is involved in various crimes
The film is full of fast-paced action scenes, but what sets it apart is its humor and the clever way it handles the social commentary on the corruption of the rich.
The hand-to-hand combat and chase scenes are energetic and keep the audience interested
Hwang Jung-min’s portrayal of the tenacious detective is fantastic, bringing both intensity and humor to the role.
What makes Veteran especially enjoyable is the tension between Seo and Jo
While Seo represents justice and determination, Jo embodies the elite who think they can get away with anything.
The action and moral message combine to make it one of the best Korean action films of the decade
The film subtly criticizes the imbalance of power in society while also being a thrilling ride filled with great fight choreography.
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