Jun. 23, 2021|South Korea|90 Min.|R
Genre: Action;Adventure;Crime;Drama;K-Drama;Mystery;Thriller
Description: Hard Hit 2021 is a Korean film available for download in 1080p, 720p, and 480p. The story follows Sung Gyu, a bank branch manager who receives a threatening phone call from an unknown caller while driving to work. The caller warns him that a bomb has been planted in his car and demands a large sum of money to defuse it. Initially dismissing it as a scam, Sung Gyu changes his mind after witnessing a co-worker’s car explode in front of him. Realizing the threat is real, he is forced to remain in the car, knowing any attempt to exit could be fatal.
Complicating matters further, Sung Gyu becomes a suspect in the bomb attack, pursued by the police as he struggles to comply with the caller’s demands. The film’s premise, centered around a protagonist trapped in a confined space under constant threat, is a familiar trope in crime thrillers. However, *Hard Hit* attempts to break away from clichés with its fast-paced narrative. The movie wastes no time in setting up the tension, with an explosion occurring early on, propelling Sung Gyu into a desperate race through the streets of Busan. The urgency of his situation, fearing for his life and his children’s safety, immerses the audience immediately.
Director Kim Chang Joo, known for his work on thrillers like *The Terror Live* and *A Hard Day*, showcases his expertise in building suspense. The film’s setting in Busan, rather than the more commonly used Seoul, adds a refreshing touch. While *Hard Hit* follows a conventional crime thriller formula, its dynamic pacing and engaging direction make it a compelling watch.
Cast director: Kim Chang-ju
Cast actor: Jo Woo-jin, Lee Jae-In, Ji Chang-wook, Jin Kyung, Kim Ji-ho, Jun Suk-ho, Jung In-gi, Ryu Seung-su, Jeon Kwang-jin, Jung Ae-yeun
Original name: 발신제한