When American studios wouldn’t back his film about a laid-off manager committing gruesome murders, the director returned to Korea. Now he has a hit on his hands.
Category: Park Chan-Wook
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9 New Movies Our Critics Are Talking About This Week
Whether you’re a casual moviegoer or an avid buff, our reviewers think these films are worth knowing about.
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‘No Other Choice’ Review: A Company Man Cut Loose
Park Chan-wook, the director of “Oldboy” and “The Handmaiden,” brings comedic flair to the cruel tale of an employee pushed to the brink.
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What Historical Feuds and Onscreen Squabbles Can Teach Us About Our Obsession With Revenge
From Washington to Hollywood, American culture is now defined by score settling. But what do centuries of feuding have to teach us about getting even?
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Venice Film Festival Lineup Includes New ‘Frankenstein’
Movies from Guillermo del Toro, Kathryn Bigelow and Yorgos Lanthimos will debut at this year’s event.
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‘All Quiet on the Western Front’ Leads BAFTA Nominees
The New York Times – Movies:The German-language movie received 14 nods and will compete for best film against the likes of “Everything Everywhere All at Once” and “The Banshees of Inisherin.”
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‘Decision to Leave’ Review: A Labyrinth of Desire
The New York Times – Movies:Park Chan-wook’s latest, about a forlorn detective falling for his beautiful suspect, is an exuberant, destabilizing take on a classic film noir setup.