Is The King of the Drift Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (2017)

📖 The Core Premise

The King of the Drift returns to the screen in 2017, bringing a fresh narrative to the Drama, Action genre. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "Qin Hao’s car accident caused him to have an instinct for speed while concealing fear. Qin Hao made a living on a daily basis and on one day received a small shareholder of the CDF team, Liu Xiaofei, and came to a black market. The black market drift he saw rekindled his dream of racing. Under the guidance of the tutor Chen Zihao, drift technology has advanced by leaps and bounds. He has begun to work hard towards his own dreams, but he has been riddled with thorns on his dream journey. Not only does he face trials from affection, love, and friendship, he also needs to overcome his inner fears. In the end, Qin Hao chose to persist and won the champion of the National Drift Contest."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. An Hu attempts to elevate the material, but the direction leaves them with little to work with. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Drama. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is The King of the Drift worth your time? If you appreciate Drama, Action films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, The King of the Drift misses the mark on several fronts. With a runtime of 92 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.