Adam Naqiuddin

A couple of set-ups early on (romance, family) were paid off by the action at the second half of the film. I like the distinct fighting styles of the characters. All of them had different personalities, some use weapons, others prefer fists. I love the Fadlan character, wild and calculating. Also, I wish I knew what did Bakri Salleh did at the beginning. Spoilers ahead: However, some scenes around the middle of the film were unnecessary. The Ghaz recovering scene to the safe house escort. Clearly, the polices were cemented as a significant force just from a mention early in the film. No need extra scenes of them. No issues with drama. Done well. But, it bothered me that there are 7 Dragons, but particularly only 3 were actively in the scenes. I believe it doesn't take much if each Dragon said some meaningful sentences. I think I covered most of it. All in all, it's a great film. Especially Jaki as the comic relief. It elevated the gritty nature of the circumstances. Recommended.

Garouden: The Way of The Lone Wolf is a show made for martial artists, by martial artists. The fights are undeniably better than the duopoly of Kengan and Baki, with realistic choreography and brutal, well-executed moves. The action scenes are a standout, showcasing authentic martial arts techniques that fans of the genre will appreciate. However, the story lacked the necessary depth to keep me fully engaged. While the characters had potential, their development felt shallow, and the plot didn't offer enough substance to truly invest in. Key moments that could have explored more of the characters' backgrounds or motivations were glossed over, leaving the narrative feeling somewhat hollow. This critical aspect missed the mark and didn’t seal the deal as I had hoped. Despite that, I still highly recommend the show to those who are into martial arts purely for the sake of it. The OST is spectacular as well—I’ve been jamming it on repeat ever since. All in all, Garouden is a show fitting of the label "time-killer," perfect for casual watching, whether during a meal or a laid-back evening. Enjoy!

I liked the idea. The story is a bit different than those time-travelling movies I've seen. Clearly needs some polishing, they can improve it. I also feel connected to those characters, especially Jude. He is like a confused child trying to keep it together. I would recommend this to people, but it's not at its best. If this movie were a game, I'd definitely play it. 4/5