Let’s not be quite so declarative as to insist there are only two types of cinephile, but among the many varieties that exist, there are those who have never managed to connect with Hong Sang-soo’s ongoing movie project, and those who can watch a minutes-long sequence of Kim Min-hee petting and feeding an already portly cat, and think ecstatically “This is cinema!” The former type will know by now to steer wide clear of “In Our Day,” which will look to them like yet another reinvention of Hong’s eternal mandala-wheel of talky two-shots, unadorned aesthetics and glancing, enigmatic, echoing themes. The latter type will love it for much the same reasons, and may even find themselves surprised by a film that, while not as robust in construction as recent career highlight “Walk Up,” does work in new elements, amongst so much that is welcomingly familiar.
One obvious new development is intertitles,...
One obvious new development is intertitles,...
- 10/11/2023
- by Jessica Kiang
- Variety Film + TV
In the first episode of Han River Police, we dive headfirst into the chaotic yet thrilling world of Seoul’s river guardians. The story kicks off with a simulated terrorist attack on the Han River Ara cruise, showcasing the intense training and teamwork of the Han River Police and the Swat team. Amidst the training drama, we’re introduced to the short-tempered yet dedicated Sergeant Han Du-Jin. Meanwhile, Hwang Man-Dae, a wealthy businessman, is revealed to be expanding his cruise empire and entering into murky deals with local politicians. His relationship with his subordinate, Gi-Seok, reveals tension and an uncomfortable power dynamic within the company. The episode leaves us with intriguing questions about these characters’ motives and relationships. As tensions rise and the cruise ship’s grand launch approaches, let’s see what happens in the second episode of Han River Police.
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How Do Han Du-Jin And His...
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How Do Han Du-Jin And His...
- 9/14/2023
- by Raschi Acharya
- Film Fugitives
You’ve finished binge-watching Bloodhounds, and now you’re hungry for more action and have no idea what to watch? The no-brainer series is an easy weekend binge and may have left a large, hound-sized void in your watchlist, so we’re here to try and help fill it up. Whether it’s a revenge-action drama or a plot that just involves some boxing, we’ve got you covered. Bloodhounds is a gritty tale of brotherhood and good-heartedness with some emotional elements and a lot of action sequences that are extremely enjoyable. The platform offers a bunch of other Korean mini-series that follow a similar pattern, so let’s dive straight into them.
My Name (2021)
This Han So-Hee starrer is a twisted tale of revenge and an underdog’s story filled with bone-chilling action. A standout performance by the lead actress makes this an outstanding watch apart from its dark and painful plot.
My Name (2021)
This Han So-Hee starrer is a twisted tale of revenge and an underdog’s story filled with bone-chilling action. A standout performance by the lead actress makes this an outstanding watch apart from its dark and painful plot.
- 6/11/2023
- by Ruchika Bhat
- Film Fugitives
30 years-old Yoon-ju is a brilliant student of fine arts, who is currently working on a peculiar sculpture, made out of scrap metal. Her personal life is at a standstill, since she does not show any will to date, and not even herself can explain why. The answer emerges one day, when she is searching for parts in a junkyard and runs into Ji-soo. Without knowing why, she finds herself having to meet the woman, a purpose she fulfills after a while. To her surprise, she realizes that she has feelings for Ji-soo and when the opposite is also proven, the two of them become a couple.
“Our Love Story” is available from Echelon Studios
However, Yoon-ju becomes infatuated with the more experienced Ji-soo, a fact that results in her putting her studies to the side, in a series of actions that infuriates her friends and colleagues, and her teacher. Furthermore,...
“Our Love Story” is available from Echelon Studios
However, Yoon-ju becomes infatuated with the more experienced Ji-soo, a fact that results in her putting her studies to the side, in a series of actions that infuriates her friends and colleagues, and her teacher. Furthermore,...
- 4/6/2023
- by Panos Kotzathanasis
- AsianMoviePulse
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