Ong-Bak (2003)

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"No computer graphics. No stunt doubles. No wires."

Movie · 2003 · 1h 45m · Released · Rated R · Action, Crime, Thriller

Synopsis

When the head of a statue sacred to a village is stolen, a young martial artist goes to the big city and finds himself taking on the underworld to retrieve it.

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Cast

  • Tony Jaa as Ting
  • Petchtai Wongkamlao as George / Humlae
  • Patrarin Punyanutatam as Muay Lek
  • Suchao Pongwilai as Komtuan
  • Choomporn Theppitak as Uncle Mao
  • Cheathavuth Watcharakhun as Peng
  • Wannakit Siriput as Don
  • Rungrawee Barijindakul as Ngek
  • Chatthapong Phantana-Angkul as Saming
  • Nudhapol Asavabhakhin as Toshiro

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BingeNext's take

If you’re into action-packed films with a gritty crime edge, Ong-Bak is a thrilling ride you’ll want to check out. It follows a young martial artist who heads to the city to recover the stolen head of a sacred village statue, and what unfolds is a raw, intense fight against the underworld. Tony Jaa’s physicality and fight scenes bring a real sense of energy and authenticity that makes the action feel immediate and gripping. The movie is perfect for anyone who loves martial arts and crime thrillers that don’t hold back on the intensity. At just over an hour and a half, it’s a fast-paced experience that keeps you on the edge without dragging. If you’ve enjoyed movies like The Dark Knight Rises or Wanted, Ong-Bak offers a fresh, adrenaline-fueled take that’s both exciting and satisfying.

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