The Point Men (2023)
Original title: 교섭
The Point Men is a 2023 Korean-language action movie directed by Yim Soon-rye, with a running time of 1h 48m. It stars Hwang Jung-min, Hyun Bin and Kang Ki-young.
A group of Korean tourists is taken hostage by an extremist Taliban group in Afghanistan. The Korean government dispatches Jae-ho, known as one of Korea's most skilled diplomats, in order to handle the situation. Once he arrives, he asks for the Afghan government's cooperation and uses every means possible to free the hostages. However, his efforts go in vain. Due to his failure, he's forced to work with Dae-sik, a special agent who is an expert on the Middle East. As they begin making their move to get to the Taliban, the first hostage death occurs. With nowhere else to turn, the two become unlikely allies in a race against time to save the rest of the hostages.
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What is The Point Men about?
A group of Korean tourists is taken hostage by an extremist Taliban group in Afghanistan. The Korean government dispatches Jae-ho, known as one of Korea's most skilled diplomats, in order to handle the situation. Once he arrives, he asks for the Afghan government's cooperation and uses every means possible to free the hostages. However, his efforts go in vain. Due to his failure, he's forced to work with Dae-sik, a special agent who is an expert on the Middle East. As they begin making their move to get to the Taliban, the first hostage death occurs. With nowhere else to turn, the two become unlikely allies in a race against time to save the rest of the hostages.
When was The Point Men released?
The Point Men was released on 18 January 2023.
How long is The Point Men?
The Point Men runs 1h 48m.
Who made The Point Men?
The Point Men was directed by Yim Soon-rye.
Where can I watch The Point Men?
The Point Men is available on Kanopy, Plex and Amazon Video.
Where to watch The Point Men
Watch free: Kanopy
Watch free with ads: Plex
Rent: Amazon Video
Buy: Amazon Video