Citizen of a Kind ~ Based on a True Story

[cmoneyspinner]

“Citizen of a Kind” is a 2024 Korean movie streaming on Viki, categorized as Action, Crime and Mystery; based on the true story of a 2016 voice call scamming case. SUMMARY: This true story is not what happens when most people get scammed. Usually if you are the victim of a scammer, you report the matter to the “authorities” who patiently listen, write up a report, take your identifying information, and …?? They either tell you they’ will get right on it OR they’ll tell you your case is one of thousands and they are already backlogged. In other words, they’ll get to it IF they can, but you’re not a priority. Most people who get scammed don’t actually go one-on-one and face off with the scammer. ♦ I’m a Middle-Aged Single Mother. You Want a Piece of Me? In “Citizen of a Kind”, Deok-Hee is a middle-aged single mother who is duped by a voice phishing scammer and robbed of 32 million won ($32,000 USD). The shock was great.

 

[Mama Cathy]

A a middle-aged mom takes down scammers in CHINA? Sign me up! This sounds like a total action flick. I love seeing the underdog fight back, especially when it's not some superhero or trained fighter. Scammers deserve a beatdown, and this lady sounds like she delivers! Definitely gotta check out the trailer and see if the fight scenes are as epic as they sound.

 

[dorothygarcia31]

Yeah, voice phishing scams are a serious issue, but I'm not sure how much action there can be in a movie about it. Is it more of a drama then? Maybe a cat-and-mouse chase between the mom and the scammers? I do like that it's based on a true story, adds a layer of realism. The ratings are all over the place, so I'll have to see for myself. 6.5 on IMDb doesn't exactly scream masterpiece.

 

[Kay]

Ugh, voice phishing! I can totally relate to this movie. Got scammed a few years back myself, feels like nobody cares. Love that this movie shows someone actually fighting back! Good for her! Sounds like an empowering story, especially for single moms. Viki viewers giving it a 9.6 is a good sign, they usually have good taste. Definitely adding this to my watchlist.

 

[lindseymathis]

Wow, didn't know voice phishing was such a problem in the US too! Those stats are crazy. Good that this movie sheds light on the issue. Sounds like a story that can resonate with people worldwide. Korean movie with themes that translate across cultures? Now that's something I'd love to see.

 

[Destiny]

Viki, huh? Already have a subscription, that's perfect! Don't have to hunt for another platform. Love that it's based on a true story, adds a layer of authenticity. Sounds like a good weekend watch, something empowering and maybe a bit action-packed. Hope it lives up to the Viki viewers' high rating!

 

[cmoneyspinner]

A a middle-aged mom takes down scammers in CHINA? Sign me up! This sounds like a total action flick. I love seeing the underdog fight back, especially when it's not some superhero or trained fighter. Scammers deserve a beatdown, and this lady sounds like she delivers! Definitely gotta check out the trailer and see if the fight scenes are as epic as they sound.

I know of something similar in the USA. There was a lady who had lost her child from a drug overdose. She decided to work with police to help them get rid of the drug dealers in her neighborhood. Who would ever suspect her of being undercover?

 

[cmoneyspinner]

Wow, didn't know voice phishing was such a problem in the US too! Those stats are crazy. Good that this movie sheds light on the issue. Sounds like a story that can resonate with people worldwide. Korean movie with themes that translate across cultures? Now that's something I'd love to see.

The stats are insane! Sadly, an innocent victim was caught in the web and died. It was in the news. Some people do delivery jobs to pick up for extra money. This woman did pick ups and deliveries. She was told to go a house to get a package. The scammers told the man at the house he needed to pay money for something. It turns out the man had scammed before and was angry.

He was told to give the package of money to the driver. This time the man decided to take justice into his own hands. When the lady came to his house to pick up a package, the angry man assumed she with the scammers and shot her! But she had nothing to do with the scammers. She was just there to pick up a package. My son drives an Uber. When I heard that story, I told my son to only deliver food from restaurants. Don't agree to pick up any packages.