With “Carter,” its first Korean original film of the second half of the year, Netflix is previewing high-octane video that blends “Jason Bourne” and “Mission: Impossible” adrenaline rushes with Korean flair.
Two months into the action, a fatal pandemic that started in the demilitarized zone between the two Koreas is shown. The pandemic has already wiped out North Korea and the United States. The titular spy also has to risk his life while establishing his identity.
When Agent Carter awakens, he has no memory of his previous existence. He is receiving orders from an unknown voice for a specific assignment while his head is actually a bomb.
Intense physical action, a chase through the countryside a like “North by Northwest,” and dangerous aerial maneuvers are all seen in the clip.
Is “Carter” based on a true story?
“Carter” is not based on a true story. It is more difficult to gauge the quality of the movie from the slickly produced trailer since the movie is billed as a one-scene, one-cut actioner in the style of “1917” [which was actually edited] or drama feature “The Russian Ark.”
Under Jung Byung-direction, gil’s Joo Won plays the title role (“The Villainess” and the forthcoming American movie “Afterburn”). It is handled by Apeitda Production. Netflix makes the movie available for global streaming on August 5, 2022.
By making significant investments in local production, Netflix has become the top streaming provider in South Korea. The 2021 television series “Squid Game” is among its most popular Korean creations outside South Korea. Along with original content, Netflix was able to purchase a few more Korean films that were slated for theatrical distribution but whose screenings were hampered by COVID issues.
The new teaser for the upcoming Korean action film Carter, which will be available on Netflix on August 5, says, in a nutshell, “It dominates.”