Officer Black Belt

2024 [KOREAN]

Action / Comedy / Crime

19
Rotten Tomatoes Critics - Rotten 83% · 8 reviews
Rotten Tomatoes Audience - Upright 83% · 100 ratings
IMDb Rating 6.9/10 10 9981 10K

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Plot summary

A talented martial artist who can't walk past a person in need unites with a probation officer to fight and prevent crime as a martial arts officer.

Director

Joo-hwan Kim Photo
Joo-hwan Kim

Top cast

Ren Hanami Photo
Ren Hanami as Yu-Jin
Woo-bin Kim Photo
Woo-bin Kim as Lee Jung-do
Kim Yo-han Photo
Kim Yo-han as Moisture
Seong-gyoon Kim Photo
Seong-gyoon Kim as Kim Seon-min
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1007.57 MB
1280*640
Korean 2.0
NR
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23.976 fps
1 hr 49 min
Seeds 29
2.02 GB
1920*960
Korean 5.1
NR
Subtitles us   kr   ar   cz   dk   de   gr   es   fi   fr   il   hr   hu   id   it   ja   ms   no   nl   pl   pt   ro   ru   sv   th   tr   uk   vi   cn  
23.976 fps
1 hr 49 min
Seeds 42
4.89 GB
3840*2160
Korean 2.0
NR
Subtitles kr  
23.976 fps
N/A
Seeds 3

Movie Reviews

Reviewed by eidolongrey 8 / 10

Uplifting Martial Arts Film

Thoroughly enjoyed Officer Black Belt ...won't pretend it's not a little high on the 'cheese' factor, but simultaneously focuses on the darker side of Korean culture.Lived in South Korea for a few years & learnt there was some major issues with rape & although this is a feel-good film, it is focused on combating these terrible crimes.The fight scenes are well choreographed & realistic - heroes get hurt alongside the villains.The characters & relationships are also reasonably well, if lightly written.I'd highly recommend to anyone who is interested in a fun, occasionally brutal & somewhat comedic, martial arts film.
Reviewed by japegwyn 8 / 10

Watch out: It's really DARK in places!

Yes, there's some light-heartedness, but mostly, it's relief from the grimness of the perpetrators' crimes. Strong themes of larger community, society and justice, this film really balances it all well; brought me to tears on occasion.Many fight scenes are easy to follow, but inelegant as opposed to the Jackie Chan type choreography.A bit of swearing, and I cheated by watching the dubbed version - the English voice casting is pretty good in my view; lip sync doesn't distract.Worth a watch, for sure: just... be aware it isn't a rompy jog: there's some heavy nasty stuff in here - done delicately and without glamour/exploitation.
Reviewed by kevinparmar681 8 / 10

"Officer Black Belt" - A Punch to the Gut, A Wake-Up Call to Society

"Jason Kim's 'Officer Black Belt' is a cinematic uppercut that leaves you breathless and begging for more. Beneath its initial comedic facade lies a scathing critique of Korea's societal ills, expertly woven into a gripping narrative.Kim Woo-bin shines as Lee Jung-do, a complex protagonist whose transformation from carefree delivery rider to vengeance-driven vigilante is both captivating and heart-wrenching.The action scenes are brutal and unflinching, with bone-crunching intensity that will leave you wincing. Kim Woo-bin's martial arts skills are on full display, making each fight sequence a thrilling and visceral experience.But what truly sets 'Officer Black Belt' apart is its emotional depth. The film masterfully balances action and drama, exploring themes of trauma, loss, and redemption. Jung-do's relationships with Sun-min (Kim Sung-kyun) and his friends add a poignant layer, making the stakes feel personal and intense.This film's unflinching portrayal of child exploitation, corruption, and systemic failures will leave you unsettled, but also fueled with a desire for change.With its razor-sharp tone shifts, pulse-pounding action sequences, and thought-provoking themes, 'Officer Black Belt' is not just a movie - it's a call to action.If you're ready for a cinematic experience that will leave you questioning the status quo, craving justice, and emotionally invested, 'Officer Black Belt' is a must-watch.*Highlights:*Brutal and intense action sequencesEmotional depth and poignant character relationshipsThought-provoking commentary on social issuesKim Woo-bin's standout performance.
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