On Haeundae Beach, a guilt-ridden fisherman takes care of a woman whose father accidentally got killed. A scientist reunites with his ex-wife and a daughter who doesn't even remember his face. And a poor rescue worker falls in love with a rich city girl. When they all find out a gigantic tsunami will hit the beach, they realize they only have 10 minutes to escape.
Practical Effects
Practical wave effects still hit harder than most CGI disasters.
Acting
Ha Ji-won sells romantic tragedy while drowning—no notes.
Production
Haeundae Beach becomes a spectacular watery grave.
Director
JK Youn
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Korea's first major tsunami blockbuster; director JK Youn later topped it with 2014's equally melodramatic Ode to My Father.
Haeundae Beach is Busan's most famous tourist spot—destroying it was practically national sacrilege, making the film's success even wilder.
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