The story is built around the sturdy main character accompanied by graphic violence and dry wit. Based on a true event, the film is action-packed but never over-the-top. The final showdown is one of the most enjoyable come-uppances I have seen. I don't know why, but it was very satisfying.

This is a well-made, tight Korean cop thriller that I would definitely recommend.

Leavened with humor, this is an epic sized, brutal cops and robbers action movie with quality production values, a script well thought out, good actors and over the top action sequences so well choreographed that they don't defy surface logic. As far as I'm concerned, if it's 'action' of any kind, the South Koreans set the bar for everybody.

Newb Korean filmmaker Yoon-Seong Kang's writing and directing is worthy enough to embarrass some seasoned Hollywood filmmakers flops I've seen lately. Based on true events, this is the first film in the Crime City series franchise starring the amazing Don Lee. The drama, comedy and action was all top-notch. This is how a blockbuster action comedy is made. All casting and performances were outstanding. The 121 min runtime didn't feel as long with the decent pacing and excellent story-telling. It's a near perfect film. The second installment The Roundup is even better and a perfect film in every aspect. I can't wait for the third film The Roundup: No Way Out. Yoon-Seong Kang should be very proud of his first ever dabble into filmmaking. It's a well deserving 9/10 from me.