Netflix has unveiled an electrifying historical thriller from South Korea, crafted by none other than Squid Game's leading man Lee Jung-jae. The film plunges viewers into the heart of three pivotal events from the 1980s, offering a high-octane journey through one of Korea's most volatile eras. In the wake of President Park's assassination in 1980, the Korean Spy Agency is thrown into disarray, grappling with trust issues as North Korea infiltrates their ranks with a mole.
Touted as one of South Korea's finest action films of the decade and a tantalising treat for Squid Game aficionados, this movie is a must-see. Lee Jung-jae not only directs but also shines on-screen as Foreign Unit chief Park Pyong-ho, who teams up with Domestic Unit Chief Kim Jung-do (played by Jung Woo-sung) to track down the elusive North Korean spy known as Donglim. Hunt, which premiered in South Korea in 2022, is now making its UK streaming debut on Netflix , and it's already being hailed as unmissable by fans.
One glowing five-star Google review raves: "One of the greatest Korean action movies so far, from my POV. It caught my attention from the very first thrilling, suspense action scene till a surprising ending that is pretty convincing. "Besides, an amazing making of the film is composed of an impressive cast, great directing, stunning cinematography, awesome screenplay.
"In general, it's a strong recommendation to draw attention to those who haven't tried enjoying a Korean movie." Another raved abo.
