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2023·98 min·Released

JUNG_E

“AI Combat Warrior Will be Unleashed.”

Science Fiction
Action
Adventure
Drama

On an uninhabitable 22nd-century Earth, the outcome of a civil war hinges on cloning the brain of an elite soldier to create a robot mercenary.

6.1(684 votes)

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Videos

Official Trailer [ENG SUB]

Cast & Crew

Kang Soo-youn

Kang Soo-youn

Seo-hyun

Kim Hyun-joo

Kim Hyun-joo

Jung-yi

Ryu Kyung-soo

Ryu Kyung-soo

Sang-hoon

Uhm Ji-won

Uhm Ji-won

Se-yeon

Lee Dong-hee

Lee Dong-hee

Chairman

Han Woo-yeol

Han Woo-yeol

Jae-kyung

Yun Ki-chang

Yun Ki-chang

Researcher 1

Lee Ga-kyung

Lee Ga-kyung

Researcher 2

Shin Min-jae

Shin Min-jae

Researcher 3

Kim Sun-hyuk

Kim Sun-hyuk

Researcher 5 / Voice over the Radio (voice)

Lee Hyun-kyun

Lee Hyun-kyun

Doctor

Park Soi

Park Soi

Young Seo-hyun

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MovieGuys

Written on 1/21/2023

Whilst coming in what appears to be an exciting sci-fi wrapper, what's inside, is a complete let down. Jung-E is in simple terms a woke bore fest. The action, when it arrives after many many minutes of thoroughly tedious female empowerment and navel gazing, is too brief and for this viewer, utterly unexciting. In summary, don't let the glitzy box fool you, there's little of any consequence inside.

Manuel São Bento

Written on 1/21/2023

FULL SPOILER-FREE REVIEW @ https://www.msbreviews.com/movie-reviews/jung-e-review "JUNG_E is not what viewers expect. A war flick without the war, Yeon Sang-ho places the post-apocalyptic action in the background and instead focuses on a compelling study of what it means to be human with a touching mother-daughter relationship at its core. Despite some frustratingly over-the-top performances and one intolerably irritating character, the filmmaker's message is well-intended, clear, and meaningful. Unnecessary exposition and inconsistent visual effects don't help elevate the generic premise, but the impressive stunt work, epic score, and some genuinely captivating combat sequences make it an overall satisfying viewing." Rating: B-

Toki

Written on 1/23/2023

Loved it!!

gogo1974

Written on 1/28/2023

I am disappointed

RalphRahal

Written on 1/30/2025

Jung_E is a strange mix of sci-fi ambition and slow-paced storytelling that doesn’t quite hit the mark but still has some impressive elements. The pacing feels off, with long, drawn-out scenes that could have been used to deepen the story instead of stretching it thin. However, the CGI is surprisingly well done, better than what you’d expect even from high-budget Hollywood productions. Visually, the film is solid, but its world-building lacks the depth needed to make the story feel immersive. The acting is decent but not outstanding, and the script doesn’t give the characters much room to shine. The concept is interesting but somewhat confusing in execution, especially in how it handles the idea of AI and consciousness. It feels like the movie wants to explore deeper themes but never fully commits, leaving things feeling underdeveloped. The action sequences, when they happen, are well done, but the film leans more into its tech-heavy, philosophical side rather than delivering a consistently engaging plot. While it’s not a bad movie, it’s also not one that leaves a lasting impact. Worth a watch if you appreciate good CGI and a unique take on AI, but don’t expect it to be a game-changer.

Media

Official Trailer [ENG SUB]

Official Trailer [ENG SUB]

Official Teaser

Official Teaser