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Peninsula: Standalone Sequel to Train to Busan
A New Chapter in the Zombie Apocalypse
Introduction
Despite its marketing as a sequel to the 2016 hit "Train to Busan," "Peninsula" stands as a standalone film, distinct in its characters and plot from its predecessor. As the second live-action installment in the "Train to Busan" franchise, "Peninsula" follows a former soldier tasked with retrieving a truck of money from a zombie-infested wasteland in South Korea.
Plot Summary
Four years after the events of "Train to Busan," South Korea has been ravaged by a zombie outbreak. Amidst the chaos, a team is assembled, led by the former soldier, to retrieve a truck of money from the overrun peninsula. However, as they venture into the wasteland, they encounter not only zombies but also rogue militia and a mysterious organization.
Reception and Release
Directed by Yeon Sang-ho, "Peninsula" premiered in South Korea in 2020, becoming a box office success with over 11 million viewers in theaters. The film received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its action sequences and social commentary while others criticized its lack of originality compared to its predecessor. "Peninsula" is currently streaming on Shudder in North America and was released in US theaters in 2021.
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