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Action movie enthusiasts are in for a treat this year, as they’ve been served an impressive array of high-octane entertainment. The latest addition to the category of mature action heroes has scored exceptionally well on Rotten Tomatoes, making 2025 a standout year for adrenaline junkies. Among the various offerings that have kept action fans on the edge of their seats are the spy thriller “Black Bag”, the Jason Statham-style “A Working Man”, the gritty realism of “Warfare”, and the hilarious buddy cop escapades of “The Accountant 2”. Now, there’s another action-packed thriller to add to your must-watch list. We strongly recommend placing it at the very top.

Currently playing in cinemas thanks to Well Go USA Entertainment, the film titled “Grandmother of Steel” presents a fresh perspective on the elderly action hero. It centers around an illustrious aging assassin who finds herself in a familiar predicament: becoming the prey instead of the hunter. This movie has garnered near-unanimous acclaim from critics, earning a nearly perfect score of 95% on Rotten Tomatoes. Many have lauded the captivating performance by Lee Hye-young and consider “Grandmother of Steel” to be much more than just another action-packed thriller. For details about the plot, you can read the official synopsis provided below.

As an experienced assassin, known as Hornclaw, I’ve witnessed countless events that the world might find hard to believe. Yet, nothing prepared me for the arrival of a raw, reckless rookie named Bullfight. Unexpectedly, we formed an unusual bond. Our journey through the underworld has been filled with unexpected twists and turns. However, the real shock came when I realized someone was plotting against my life. Suddenly, I found myself entangled in a lethal game of deceit. Surrounded by enemies and scarcity of trust, survival depends on maintaining both my physical prowess and mental sharpness.

‘The Old Woman with the Knife‘ Brings a New Twist to the Aged Action Hero Genre

Titled “The Old Woman with the Knife“, this film is helmed by Min Kyu-dong and adapted from Gu Byeong-mo’s novel. The lead role of Hornclaw, a 60-year-old assassin, is played by Lee Hye-young. Joining her in the cast are Kim Sung-cheol, Yeon Woo-jin, and Kim Mu-yeol. Critics have been praising this fresh take on the aged action hero subgenre, with Jasneet Singh of Collider describing it as “A significantly more intellectual and thought-provoking piece than usual action-adventure films. The Old Woman With the Knife is a refreshing update to the genre, leaving us yearning for more as the credits conclude.

Kelly Vance from East Bay Express stated, “Filmmaker Min Kyu-dong, who has moved erratically between marital dramas and horror films, seems to have lost his senses by subjecting an elderly character to such a harrowing experience. However, viewers are likely to recall it.” Meanwhile, Frank Swietek of One Guy’s Opinion commended the “impressive fight scenes” and the “meticulously designed, although somewhat straightforward, revenge storyline.

Sarah Manvel from In Their Own League praised “The Old Woman with the Knife” as being “Just as striking and attention-grabbing as a knife to the throat.” Brian Eggert from Deep Focus Review commended Lee’s leading role, stating, “Lee portrays her character with remarkable physicality […] It’s an outstanding performance, and her face bears the emotional wounds of someone who has witnessed the darkest aspects of humanity, yet it doesn’t appear beyond redemption.

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2025-05-22 17:22