Carter

Two months into a raging fever that has already shattered the US and North Korea, Carter Lee wakes with no memory of who he was. A compact device sits in his skull and a lethal capsule rests in his mouth, making every move a risk. A disembodied voice in his ear issues orders, pushing him through perilous mission while danger closes in from multiple sides. Pursuers include CIA operators and a North Korean faction, all eager to capture or terminate him. He must decipher the clue of his past while surviving a city-wide conspiracy that seems to be closing in around him. The clock is ticking as every hint points to a larger scheme. People around him fear truth today.

Directed by Jung Byung-gil and Jung Byeung-sik, Carter is an original action thriller released in 2022. The film relies on sharp stunts, tight pacing, and a compact conspiracy rather than sprawling backstory, with a lean, kinetic style on screen too.

Box office figures were not publicly released; as a streaming release the film did not have a traditional box office tally. Its reach is measured by streaming viewership and international licensing rather than box office receipts. Streaming metrics define reach.

The film also raises questions about surveillance ethics and how far institutions will go in the name of national security without compromising individuals. It underlines the fragility of memory when worn as a tool of control. It adds a sharper edge overall. Audiences respond to brisk pacing and tight plotting.

Among fans, Carter is remembered for the relentless chase sequences and the claustrophobic rhythm driven by the headset commands. Joo Won’s tense performance helps sell the film’s paranoid mood, making it a sturdy pick for viewers who enjoy lean, urban spy thrillers.