The Rescue

2020 [CHINESE]

Action / Comedy / Drama / Thriller

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Rotten Tomatoes Critics - Rotten 89% · 10 reviews
Rotten Tomatoes Audience - Upright 89% · 50 ratings
IMDb Rating 6.0/10 10 1154 1.2K

Plot summary

A rescue unit within the Chinese Coast Guard are forced to overcome their personal differences to resolve a crisis.

Director

Dante Lam Photo
Dante Lam

Top cast

Zhang Jingyi Photo
Zhang Jingyi as Cong Cong
Yutian Wang Photo
Yutian Wang as An Peng
Carlos Chan Photo
Carlos Chan as Lin Weiquan
Chris Yong Photo
Chris Yong as Boat Rescuer
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2 hr 13 min
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Chinese 5.1
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Movie Reviews

Reviewed by sonnygoten 7 / 10

Good action movie

It's a good action movie with well-executed and thrilling action scenes. The main lead is likable, the main sort-of love interest is also likeable, and the kid character is adorable - but in a milk toast-y kind of way, because ultimately none of them are very memorable.I think, however, that the story would probably have been more effective in showcasing the Chinese Coast Guard, if the movie went in-depth on one single rescue mission rather than go for multiple rescue missions. A missed chance, in my opinion.All in all, recommended mostly for fans of action movies of the rescue team variety. Also good enough for a one time watch for anyone else, who has a slow day.
Reviewed by daisukereds 7 / 10

Entertaining, impressive and immersive.. but a bit long at 2 hours 13 minutes

Seeing reviews giving this movie a 6 or lower is sad. I feel it's a 7 minimum, and a lower score would be a disservice to everyone that worked in it and the amount of effort put into crafting the end result. Is it because it's a "state-sanctioned" movie? Because China wanted to make the people that rescue others for a living in their country look good?Anyway.. It is visually impressive (stunts, action, locations, camera-work, etc.). It's a very technical movie, and it teaches you a bit about the REAL world of rescue teams that are ignored by many (the discipline, preparation, actions, you name it). It's tense, well acted (the lead portrays a character that would make you respect anyone), sound editing is great (music choices, or lack of sound at certain times) and editing in general. It is perfectly crafted to be an immersive movie. I'm not used to movie-structures that aren't particularly conventional.. but these are the kind I enjoy the most, the ones I don't know what to expect.Still, it is a bit charged with drama, but it's tasteful and doesn't undermine the plot. CGI is noticeable at some points (never ugly), but on the other hand, it helps in most scenes.Personally, I really enjoyed it. At times, I forgot I was watching a movie, which is more than I can ask for.If you are interested, give it a shot and don't be deterred by the low score and other reviews!! Expect realism and humanity, but more importantly, don't forget it was written by someone with an objective in mind.
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