
Like 'Parasite'? Check out these 5 Korean movies.
If you liked 'Parasite', then you will like these 5 Korean films too.
South Korea is famous for producing unconventional and innovative cinema. Over the last two decades, Korean film industry has grown a lot in terms of filmmaking. Be it comedy, thriller, satire, action or drama; Korean movies are absolutely exceptional and worth watching. But it was Parasite's historic win at the Academy awards, which brought Korean film industry into limelight. So if you liked Bong Joon Ho's 'Parasite' and want to explore more gems from South Korea, then here are five recommendations for you.
- Old boy (2003): Directed by the legendary filmmaker Park Chan-wook and starring Choi Min-sik, Kang Hye-jung and YooJi-tae in lead roles; the 2003 film 'Old boy' is considered as one of the greatest thrillers ever made in the history of world cinema. The plot is dark, mysterious and terrific. The writing is so engaging that it will put you at the edge of your seat and the climax twist will leave you literally awestruck. The film has some breathtaking action sequences, great music and top notch performances from the lead actors.
- Memories of Murder (2003): This film is regarded as one of the best movies on murder mystery. Bong JoonHo's masterpiece 'Memories of Murder' is based on a real event of serial killing that took place in South Korea in 90's. What makes this film so special is that it is a pure humane movie out of such violent and terrifying topic. The film is dark, layered and very much emotional. The film is open ended and the last scene is artistically beautiful.
- I Saw the Devil (2010): Kim Jee-woon directed 'I Saw the Devil' is a cinematic gem from the Korean industry. Being a revenge action thriller movie, the movie brilliantly explores the dark side of our psyche. Min-sik Choi as the psychopath and Byung-hun Lee as the cop gave outstanding performances. The film is full of actions and violence and is not suitable for the faint hearted people.
- Train to Busan (2016): If you like Zombie movies, then 'Train to Busan' is a must watch film for you. Directed by Yeon Sang-ho and starring Gong Yoo and Kim Soo-Ahn in lead roles, the film puts light upon various aspects of human psychology. The film is thrilling, horrifying and at the same time, it's extremely emotional.
- The Handmaiden (2016): Based on the novel 'Fingersmith' by Welsh novelist Sarah Waters and directed by Park Chan-wook, this romantic drama tells the story of love between a young lady and her handmaiden who has some hidden secrets. The film is genuinely beautiful and contains great writing, brilliant cinematography and top notch performance.