The $30 million gamble pays off

The Furious, a new action thriller directed by Kenji Tanigaki, has already earned a 99% rating on Rotten Tomatoes after premiering at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival. the film's success is a testament to the hard work and dedication of its cast and crew, including star Joe Taslim.

Taslim, who also stars in the film, discussed the making of The Furious in an interview with ScreenRant's Liam Crowley. He emphasized the importance of authentic, stunt-free performances in creating a deeper emotional connection with the audience.

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The Furious follows Wang Wei, a Southeast Asian tradesman whose life unravels after his daughter Rainy is abducted by a ruthless criminal syndicate. When authorities decline to intervene, Wei ventures alone into the perilous criminal underworld, joining forces with journalist Navin, portrayed by Taslim.

The film's ensemble cast also includes Xie Miao, Yang Enyou, Brian Le, Joey Iwanaga, and Yayan Ruhian. The Furious's complex choreography and layered narrative are a departure from the more streamlined approach of The Raid, a genre-defining classic that Taslim believes The Furious has surpassed.

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Taslim reflected on the physical demands of his craft,humorously likening himself to a vampire due to the intense training required.. He admitted that performing action sequences now causes him more physical pain than during his work on The Raid, but his motivation stems from an internal drive for constant improvement, even when it forces him beyond his limits.

The Furious's success is a result of the meticulous work of choreographer Kensuke Sonomura, who enriches each fight scene with purpose, ensuring that every bout advances character development and plot, rather than servving as mere spectacle.

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Taslim emphasized the importance of authentic performances in creating a deeper emotional connection with the audience. he believes that long takes and visible actor exertion create a more immersive experience, making the action not just a display of skill but a vital storytelling device.

The film's theatrical release has been met with enthusiastic reactions, as audiences collectively experience the escalating tension and expertly crafted fight sequences, confirming Taslim's belief that the movie redefine expectations for the genre.

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The Furious's success is a testament to the hard work and dedication of its cast and crew. The film's compleex choreography and layered narrative are a departure from the more streamlined approach of The Raid, a genre-defining classic that Taslim believes The Furious has surpassed.

Taslim's motivation for constant improvement is evident in his craft,and his commitment to authenticity has paid off in The Furious's success.