I initially overlooked Doomsday Book because I mistakenly thought it was another version of I, Robot, judging it solely by the poster. That was a huge mistake. The stories in this Korean sci-fi anthology turned out to be far more thought-provoking than I ever expected. Though its structure is unconventional, each of the three segments…
As a loyal fan of Ji Sung, I must admit that the initial premise of My PS Partner didn’t catch my attention. I watched it mainly to pass the time—it had been a while since I’d seen a good romantic comedy—and partly because, if it turned out to be worthwhile, I wanted to recommend it.…
Confessions, directed by Tetsuya Nakashima, is a gripping 2010 psychological thriller that immerses viewers in a chilling tale of vengeance. Through the perspective of schoolteacher Yuko Moriguchi, the film explores the repercussions of her daughter’s murder by students. Its disturbing themes and captivating storytelling make it a remarkable entry in Japanese cinema.
Review of the Most Recent Zatoichi Film Adaptation I must confess this is my first real encounter with this peculiar and iconic character. Despite being a legendary fictional figure in Japanese pop culture, with decades of TV shows and movies, I had never seen anything about Zatoichi until now. The film I watched is the…
Not for the faint of heart (or full stomach) I know we’ve endlessly recommended Vampire Prosecutor here, but truth be told—we’re not exactly vampire fans. That drama was just exceptionally well-written. So don’t worry, this post doesn’t come from a place of genre obsession. Last week I talked a lot about Park Chan-wook. After watching…
Discover the best Korean dark humor movies, from cult classics like The Quiet Family to modern hits like Parasite. A must-watch list for dark comedy fans!
When it comes to Korean cinema, few directors have crafted a vision as striking, unsettling, and emotionally complex as Park Chan-wook. His famous Vengeance Trilogy — consisting of Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance (2002), Oldboy (2003), and Lady Vengeance (2005) — isn’t just a series of revenge films. It’s a deep, layered exploration of human pain,…
