“Some men hunt for money. Others hunt for glory.”
synopsis
In 1930s Manchuria, three very different outlaws cross paths while pursuing a mysterious treasure map. One is a ruthless bounty hunter, another a deadly assassin, and the third a chaotic thief who somehow survives every dangerous situation. Their pursuit leads to a wildly entertaining chase across deserts, villages, and train robberies.
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mini-review
Director Kim Jee-woon’s action-packed adventure is a playful tribute to Sergio Leone’s spaghetti westerns. With dazzling set pieces, outrageous stunts, and a mischievous sense of humor, the film blends western tropes with Korean filmmaking flair. It’s fast, stylish, and endlessly fun.
Friends on the couch, snacks within reach, and the joy of watching pure cinematic mayhem unfold.
Absurdist's Corner
Three men chase the same treasure map across an entire desert while shooting, crashing trains, and blowing up half the countryside—all for a reward that may not even exist.
fun facts
The film was heavily inspired by Sergio Leone’s The Good, the Bad and the Ugly.
Its elaborate train robbery sequence was one of the most ambitious action scenes in Korean cinema at the time.
The movie premiered at the Cannes Film Festival.