Critics generally agree that the plot is the movie's weakest point. Many found the storyline "complicated and confusing" with significant "holes within the screenwriting".

Some reviewers at The Movie Isle criticized the editing and cinematography as inconsistent or "amateurish," suggesting the film relied heavily on post-production effects like slow motion to mask certain fight choreography. Critical Consensus Key Highlight EonTalk Decent Watch Satisfying "badass" female lead action. Asian Movie Pulse Strong performances couldn't lift a generic story. IMDb Users Praised for intensity but let down by script gaps.

The film's primary strength is its high-intensity action. Reviewers from EonTalk highlight Lee Si-young's impressive physicality, noting she reportedly performed her own stunts without a double, showcasing her real-world boxing skills.

While focused on violence, the film touches on dark social issues, including bullying , minor exploitation , and the treatment of the mentally challenged .

The film contains intense scenes of sexual violence and physical abuse, which several reviewers noted make for a "disturbing" or "shocking" viewing experience.