The Roundup: No Way Out (2023) – Korean Action Thriller
The Roundup: No Way Out (2023) is the third installment in the popular Korean action film series that began with The Outlaws (2017) and continued with The Roundup (2022). Directed by Lee Sang-yong, the film features an exciting blend of action, crime, and intense drama, making it a standout entry in the series.
Plot Overview
In The Roundup: No Way Out, Ma Seok-do (played by Ma Dong-seok) returns as the tough-as-nails detective. This time, he faces off against a powerful new enemy, Ricky (Munetaka Aoki), and his White Shark Clan. The clan has been causing chaos by flooding the streets with a new drug called Hiper. As Ma Seok-do delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of corruption involving a high-ranking police officer, Joo Seong-cheol (Lee Jun-hyuk), who has been shielding the criminals .
Cast
- Ma Dong-seok as Ma Seok-do
- Lee Jun-hyuk as Joo Seong-cheol
- Munetaka Aoki as Ricky
- Lee Beom-soo as Jang Tae-su
- Kim Min-jae as Kim Man-jae
- Go Gyu-pil as Cho-rong
- Jun Suk-ho as Kim Yang-ho
- Jun Kunimura as President Ichizo .
Reception
The film has been praised for its high-octane action sequences, well-choreographed fight scenes, and the charismatic performance of Ma Dong-seok. However, some critics have noted that while the film is entertaining, it follows a familiar formula seen in the previous entries of the series .
Awards
The Roundup: No Way Out was nominated for several awards, including Best Supporting Actor for Ko Kyu-pil at the 2023 Blue Dragon Film Awards and the Grand Bell Awards.
FAQs
Q: Is The Roundup: No Way Out a direct sequel to The Roundup (2022)? A: Yes, it is the third film in the series, following the events of The Outlaws (2017) and The Roundup (2022).
Q: Who are the main villains in this movie? A: The primary antagonists are Ricky and the White Shark Clan, with corrupt cop Joo Seong-cheol playing a significant role in aiding them.
Q: Are there any notable cameos? A: Yes, Jun Kunimura makes a special appearance as President Ichizo
Q: What is the runtime of the film? A: The film runs for approximately 105 minutes .
Q: Has the film been successful at the box office? A: Yes, The Roundup: No Way Out was recognized as a top box office seller at the 44th Blue Dragon Film Awards .
Q: Is there a sequel planned? A: While there hasn’t been an official announcement, the post-credit scenes hint at the possibility of another sequel .
