This New Korean Movie With 100% on RT Is a Perfect Pick for Fans of Action & Thriller
If you haven't seen this action gem, it's time to correct that mistake.
The action thriller Veteran 2: I, the Executioner is now available on Apple TV. The film was directed by Ryoo Seung-wan, a master of action cinema.
The movie grossed more than $52 million at the Korean box office and its Rotten Tomatoes score is a perfect 100%. Veteran 2: I, the Executioner is a sequel to another Korean hit, Veteran, which is still among the top five highest-grossing films in South Korea.
But the movie is a completely independent work. The viewer does not need to be familiar with the previous movie.
What Is Veteran 2: I, the Executioner About?
The story revolves around an anonymous killer nicknamed Haechi. He takes the lives of criminals who have been released from prison or who have escaped punishment altogether and posts the videos online.
A team of experienced detectives, led by Seo Do-cheol, is tasked with solving his case. When Haechi's next potential victim is released from prison, the police decide to protect the criminal in order to track down the self-proclaimed judge and restore justice to the city.
Veteran 2: I, the Executioner Main Cast
The main roles were played by the audience favorites Hwang Jung-min and Jung Hae-in. Hwang Jung-min is a favorite of Korean audiences who also starred in the movies The Wailing, Deliver Us from Evil and New World,. In I, the Executioner he plays the role of detective Seo Do-cheol.
Jung Hae-in is one of the most sought-after actors in Korea, winner of the Baeksang Award for Best Actor and winner of the Asia Artist Awards. In the movie he appeared as the young police officer Park Sun-woo.
Veteran 2: I, the Executioner Is Not Only a Gripping Action Movie
Ryu Seung-wan's movie is not only an action thriller, but also an excellent guide to South Korean culture.
The killer in the movie is called Haechi – a nickname given to the stranger by the people themselves, and not by chance. In Korean mythology, Haechi is a fictional creature, a symbol of justice who always opposes evil and is therefore considered a protector of the people.
Veteran 2: I, the Executioner is bright, exciting, thrilling. It is perfect for fans of action-packed movies – the movie will surprise you with detailed fights, car chases, and an intricate investigation of brutal crimes.
Where to Watch Veteran 2: I, the Executioner?
Veteran 2: I, the Executioner is available to buy or rent on Apple TV.