The action film Furious, directed by Kenji Tanigaki and featuring stunt choreography by Kensuke Sonohura, is scheduled for a theatrical release in South Korea on October 7, according to TopStarNews. The 113-minute movie relies on practical stunt work and minimal computer-generated imagery.
The Descent into the Syndicate
According to TopStarNews, the story follows Wangwei, a mute father portrayed by Xie Miao, whose daughter Rainee is abducted by a criminal syndicate. When corrupt police officers refuse to intervene, Wangwei teams up with a journalist named Navin, played by Joe Taslim, who is searching for his missing wife. The two men infiltrate the organization’s headquarters, where they discover Rainee and numerous other children imprisoned together, prompting a full-scale confrontation.
An International Martial Arts Ensemble
The production features an international cast of martial arts actors. Yayan Ruhian appears as Tak, a character identified by a red tracksuit and a bow, while Brian Le stars as Ho, who wields a sledgehammer. Joy Iwanaga plays Pakrung, and Yang Enyu portrays Rainee.
Critical Acclaim and Festival Triumphs
Critical reception for Furious includes a 98% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes as of September 1, 2026, according to TopStarNews reporting. The film also won best action movie and best actor for Xie Miao at the Critics Choice Super Awards. Festival screenings included the Midnight Madness section at the 50th Toronto International Film Festival, where it received the audience award, and the Sitges Film Festival, where it earned a special jury prize in the official fantastic section. Domestically, the film screened in the Midnight Passion section at the 30th Busan International Film Festival.
Praise From Genre Icons Ahead of South Korean Debut
Martial arts figures have commented on the project following its festival run. The film carries a restricted rating for audiences in South Korea ahead of its October release.
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