Tag Archives: South Korean Film

More Than Family (2020) ☆☆☆(3/4): Her matter of pregnancy and paternity

Posted on December 25, 2020 by kaist455

South Korean comedy film “More Than Family” surprised me more than expected. At first, it seems to be merely depending on one absurd comic story premise, but then it comes to show more depth in terms of story and characters, … Continue reading →

Posted in Movies | Tagged Comedy, Family, Pregnancy, South Korean Film | 1 Comment

Call (2020) ☆☆☆(3/4): Sorry, Right Number

Posted on November 29, 2020 by kaist455

South Korean film “Call”, which was initially supposed be to be released in South Korean theaters early in this year but eventually got released on Netflix two days ago, is an increasingly tense and chilling thriller film coupled with a … Continue reading →

Posted in Movies | Tagged Crime, Fantasy, Murder, South Korean Film, Thriller | 1 Comment

The Day I Died: Unclosed Case (2020) ☆☆☆(3/4): She needs to get to the bottom of this case…

Posted on November 14, 2020 by kaist455

South Korean film “The Day I Died: Unclosed Case” is a mystery noir drama which gradually reveals its weary but palpitating heart behind its seemingly detached attitude. Although the mystery of its story is a bit too simple for some … Continue reading →

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Samjin Company English Class (2020) ☆☆☆(3/4): As they try to do the right thing

Posted on October 22, 2020 by kaist455

We need some healthy dose of spirit and optimism these worrisome days of COVID-19, and I am happy to report to you that South Korean comedy drama film “Samjin Company English Class” has plenty of that. While sharply recognizing the … Continue reading →

Posted in Movies | Tagged Comedy, Corporation, Environment pollution, South Korean Film | 1 Comment

#Alive (2020) ☆☆(2/4): A mediocre South Korean zombie flick

Posted on September 24, 2020 by kaist455

Some of you probably know how much I have been getting tired of zombie movies. Except several notable cases such as “28 Days Later…” (2002) or “Zombieland” (2009), most of those zombie flicks did not entertain or terrify me much … Continue reading →

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The Woman Who Ran (2020) ☆☆☆(3/4): A three-act female comedy by Hong Sang-soo

Posted on September 19, 2020 by kaist455

Hong Sang-soo’s new film “The Woman Who Ran”, which won the Silver Bear award for Best Director at the Berlin International Film Festival early in this year, is a breezy three-act comedy mainly focusing on the interactions amidst its female … Continue reading →

Posted in Movies | Tagged Comedy, South Korean Film | 1 Comment

Untold (2018) ☆☆☆1/2(3.5/4): A war of memories

Posted on August 29, 2020 by kaist455

South Korean documentary film “Untold”, which was released in local theaters as “A War of Memories” early in this year, simply listens and observes. Even without any particular comment, this small but haunting documentary calmly but palpably conveys to us … Continue reading →

Posted in Movies | Tagged Documentary, Real-life figure, Real-life incident, South Korean Film, The Vietnam War | 1 Comment

Moving On (2019) ☆☆☆1/2(3.5/4): Summer days at their grandpa’s house

Posted on August 21, 2020 by kaist455

South Korean independent film “Moving On” often made me smile during my viewing, and that is quite an achievement considering what a grumpy guy I usually am. Slowly and tenderly doling out one precious human moment after another, the movie … Continue reading →

Posted in Movies | Tagged Brother and Sister, Family, South Korean Film | 1 Comment

An Old Lady (2019) ☆☆☆(3/4): She is not silent anymore

Posted on August 21, 2020 by kaist455

South Korean independent film “An Old Lady” calmly observes and then gradually empathizes with its old heroine’s infuriating situation. While we do not know that much about her even in the end, we are also reminded of how she is … Continue reading →