★★★☆☆The quote proudly displayed in the foyer of the Se Young High School that plays host to Shin Su-won's Pluto (2012) is a far cry from the scholarly benchmark that welcomed guests to Plato's Academy. "Education is like a double-edged sword. It may be turned to dangerous uses if it is not properly handled." The inscription might be ascribed to Wu Ting-fang, a late 19th century Chinese diplomat, but his words ring truer than ever in this potent modern thriller that explores the lengths that students will go to for success. Korean cinema has made a habit of exploring the darker side of its nation's youth, and Pluto confidently follows in the footsteps of the likes of Bleak Night (2010) and The King of Pigs (2011).
- 6/5/2014
- by CineVue UK
- CineVue
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