View Full Version : Oldboy-good korean film?


A_Partridge
08-02-2005, 23:04
I missed this film at the cinama, but really looking forward to the DVD. Has anybody seen it? If so what did you think?

Greenback
09-02-2005, 08:45
Originally posted by A_Partridge
I missed this film at the cinama, but really looking forward to the DVD. Has anybody seen it? If so what did you think?

I've seen it - and it's absolutely superb. The infamous octopus scene aside, it's really not as shocking as many make out. It's pretty much in the Tarantino mould, with a twisty-turny plotline that keeps you hooked right to the end.

Best film I saw last year, without a doubt. :thumbsup:

ANGELUS
09-02-2005, 08:47
Whats the octopus scene?
Please explain.

Greenback
09-02-2005, 09:25
Originally posted by ANGELUS
Whats the octopus scene?
Please explain.

The protagonist eats a live octopus. No special effects, either :gag:

theflyingfish
09-02-2005, 09:36
Brillaint film. Stunning. The plot is mind blowing. I saw Bangkok Dangerous the other day - any one know of any other good Asian cinema? Anyone seen Infernal Affairs? Any good?

Greenback
09-02-2005, 09:44
Originally posted by theflyingfish
Brillaint film. Stunning. The plot is mind blowing. I saw Bangkok Dangerous the other day - any one know of any other good Asian cinema? Anyone seen Infernal Affairs? Any good?

I've seen Infernal Affairs. It's very good, though a little slow-moving. I've just got hold of Infernal Affairs II (which is the prequel) and I plan to watch that very soon, and I believe Infernal Affairs III is out in Korea - you can get the Korean box set from CD-Wow but it's a bit pricey!

stussonicos
09-02-2005, 11:03
Towards the end of last year UGC at Valley Centretainment were showing a different Tartan Aisa Extreme film every fortnight (think about 8 films in total), and I beleive the Showroom are now showing one or two of the films that UGC did.

I had the pleasure of seeing Gozu (cow head??) which is probably the strangest film I have evr seen in my life - still worth seeing though - think that is the one that the Showroom are currently playing. Save the Green Planet is also very good.

I aslo think Blockbuster are now stocking more Tartan/Asian stuff, managed to pick up Battle Royale 2 and A Tale of Two Sisters for 7.99 each the other week.