The Raid: Redemption (2011), directed by Gareth Evans, is an Indonesian action thriller film that has garnered international acclaim for its intense and meticulously choreographed fight sequences. The film stars Iko Uwais, Joe Taslim, Donny Alamsyah, and Yayan Ruhian.

The story follows Rama (Iko Uwais), a rookie member of a special forces team, as they embark on a dangerous mission to infiltrate a rundown apartment block in Jakarta. The building serves as the stronghold of a ruthless crime lord named Tama Riyadi (Ray Sahetapy), who controls the complex with an iron fist. Tama’s operation includes an army of loyal and heavily armed henchmen, making the mission extremely perilous.

As the team moves floor by floor, they encounter fierce resistance and brutal combat. Rama’s skills in Pencak Silat, a traditional Indonesian martial art, are put to the test as he fights his way through the building. The mission takes a turn for the worse when it becomes clear that Tama has been tipped off about the raid, and the team finds themselves trapped and vastly outnumbered.

The film is renowned for its relentless action, with tightly choreographed hand-to-hand combat and gunfights that keep viewers on the edge of their seats. The confined setting of the apartment block amplifies the tension and claustrophobia, making every encounter feel intensely personal and dangerous.

The Raid: Redemption received widespread praise for its direction, choreography, and Iko Uwais’s performance. It has been credited with revitalizing the action genre and introducing Indonesian martial arts to a global audience. The film’s success led to a sequel, The Raid 2, released in 2014, which further explores Rama’s journey and expands the story’s scope.