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Derailed
두 남자
2016 91 min South Korea 18+
★6.6
Crime, Action
Director: Seong-Tae Lee
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Description
When two men find their lives derailed, they meet challenges that force them to face a fierce battle to protect their loved ones.
Starring
Lucy Baik
Actor
Jung Da-Eun
Actor
Ma Dong-seok
Actor
Awards
1 nomination total
Key opinion
Derailed (2016) is a gritty crime thriller that balances intense emotional stakes with significant narrative flaws. While performances—particularly by Ma Dong-seok—and technical execution earn praise, the film is hampered by inconsistent character writing and a shaky plot.
| Acting | Ma Dong-seok delivers a standout performance that balances criminal menace with surprising nuance. | |
| Cinematography | The film features polished cinematography and effective sound design that enhance the dark aesthetic. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay suffers from illogical narrative choices and unrealistic character depictions that fail to authentically capture the reality of runaways. | |
| Pacing | The pacing is viewed through a polarized lens: some find the gritty, stressful momentum gripping, while others criticize the slow start and the narrative's lack of focus until the second hour. |