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Quick Info

Rating

6.9/10

Release2009

Runtime2h 0m

StatusReleased

Budget$16,000,000

Revenue$71,641,901

Production

Polygon Entertainment

CJ Entertainment

JK Film

Movie

Tidal Wave

2009

2h 0m

6.9

Action

Drama

Thriller

Synopsis

On Haeundae Beach, a guilt-ridden fisherman takes care of a woman whose father accidentally got killed. A scientist reunites with his ex-wife and a daughter who doesn't even remember his face. And a poor rescue worker falls in love with a rich city girl. When they all find out a gigantic tsunami will hit the beach, they realize they only have 10 minutes to escape.

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