In the political realm re: N vs S Korea, there are deeply entangled relationships that cannot be easily managed, particularly by "outsiders". Just as in any tightly bonded people with a long history, there are many complicated viewpoints. This film delves into some of those entanglements & shows how the rift can be narrowed by just ordinary people making an emotional connection, even though they have differing political ideologies. The action is fast & may need a 2nd or 3rd viewing just to take it all in. There are some very innocent lives ( many, many ) sacrificed, just as there would be in actuality should tensions escalate much further. This film tries to examine the possible ways that the situation could play out & it is not pretty. The two central characters seem to be polar opposites ( thin vs fat, poor vs wealthy, free to make choices vs not, devoted to family vs not so much, tragic vs hopeful, etc. ) yet they manage to make a solid connection by their drive to avoid a nuclear holocaust. They share the same name & over a meal at an ordinary run-of-the-mill restaurant they form an uneasy alliance. There is lots of high-tech gadgetry, & international intrigue & high-speed vehicular chases so this film has something for everyone. Highly recommend.
Review of Steel Rain
