What can I say...
First off the movie is too long yet they are able to make the ending feel rushed. Draggy storyline yet filled with many loopholes. Somehow the main characters who claim to be "normal" people are able to pull off their plans with ease.
Secondly, there is too much subpar/low quality CGI that makes you wonder whether this movie is not only set in the 80s but also produced in the 80s. Too unrealistic driving CGI that even makes Fast & Furious feel legitimate. Footwork camera scenes are ridiculous.
Last but not least, the amount of promotion for the American dream/American related subjects makes this movie feel much like a propaganda. Again, it makes one wonder if this is a Korean movie or an American movie.
Plot summary
In 1988, the drivers of the Sanggye Supreme Team become entangled in an investigation into a VIP slush fund operation. On the day of the opening ceremony of the Seoul Summer Olympics, a car chase, including the Sanggye Supreme Team, take place in the city. Movement of illegal funds take place under the chaos of everything happening in the city. Drivers are recruited to chase after the money. The important players are Dong-Wook, who leads the Sanggye Supreme Team. Other members of the Sanggye Supreme Team include Woo-Sam, who is also a DJ, and Bok-Nam, who knows the city streets of Seoul like the back of his hand. Yoon-Hee is the younger sister of Sanggye Supreme Team leader Dong-Wook. She is also the leader of the biggest biker club in Seoul. Joon-Ki can fix anything. He isn't blood related to Dong-Wook, but he is close to him like a brother.
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Korea's Fast & Furious wannabe simply not compelling
As "Seoul Vibe" (2022 release from South Korea; 140 min) opens, it is "1988 Saudi Arabia", and two guys are driving a Jeep in the Saudi desert, delivering cases of weapons. The two guys then return home to Seoul just as the Olympics are about to open. As they are picked up at the airport, it seems they are followed by "men in black". At this point we are 10 minutes into the film.
Couple of comments: as the movie unfolds in the first half hour, this results in an easy comparison of the wanting to be the Korean version of the "Fat & Furious" franchise, and in and of itself, there is nothing wrong with that, if this version is compelling in its own right. Alas, that is where the movie falls way short. The multiple street car chases, which form the core of the movie, are okay at best. I can't help but think back to that other Korean action movie that was recently released: "Carter", Korea's version of "Mission Impossible", and a movie that absolutely blew my mind on every level. Compared to "Carte", "Seoul Vibe" is a poor third cousin once removed, if you know what I mean.
"Seoul Vibe" opened this past weekend on Netflix, and the New York Times had an interesting review on it. That was good enough for me to give it a chance. I must say, I was quite disappointed when all was said and done. Of course don't take my word for it so I'd readily suggest you check this out, and draw your own conclusion.
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Be intuitively enjoyable and pleasant !!!
OMG!! It captivated both eyes and ears.
It's a film of perfect material for entertainment.
The clumsy characters who aim for American culture are so cute.
By combining hip-hop, fashion, and music in 1988 Korea, the eyes and ears of the audience were entertained.
I think I've never seen a Korean movie with this kind of material.
The scenes of car-chasing in the old car are amazing and it's killing me.
People who have only seen serious and message-filled Korean movies will be surprised to see this movie.
It's a great movie to laugh and enjoy.
I hope these kinds of movies come out often in Korea.
I recommend it to everyone who needs a laugh.