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Nareul guhaji maseyo (2020)
A somber tale for the time being
Please don't save me is the story of Seon yu. The film does deal with heavy subjects of loss but isn't a cry fest. This was a choice which makes the film refreshing.
Sincere storytelling is what drives the film forward. There's nothing much that goes on plotwise but it still feels like a meaningful story.
The part that i liked the most were how the side characters were handled. No extreme or one note character showing the human nature of people around them.
If you were on the fence about this before or implore you to give this a watch. It's a good film.
Hitsuji to ôkami no koi to satsujin (2019)
Diamond in the rough
"My girlfriend is a serial killer" is a title that screams clickbait. I didn't have high expectations but the wacky title made go "screw it lets watch it"
boy am i surprised. Its actually a really good film. The premise is as the title suggest and isn't just a sleezy comedy or even a random slasher flick.
The film of course has violence (murders) but they have comical beauty not it (comical beauty. Not cheap)
The main lead is interesting. And technical aspects of the film are pretty good too.
I mention this as you might assume it's a silly gimmick and by extension be poorly produced film.
But that isn't the case. Can recommend it if you want to see something cathartic yet funny (and also sweet)
Adam by Eve: A Live in Animation (2022)
Would you watch a Green Day concert with out knowing Green Day?
Adam by eve is surreal! It is also a treat for eve fans. Imagine a live concert. To that add a story, excellent animation and art design.
Thats what Adam by Eve is!
Having said that. Its not for you if you don't know the artist Eve. Or if you are far away from the anime sphere and/or don't like popular MVs like ME! ME! ME! Etc
'Eve' was popularised after the opening to jujutsu kaisen's opening but he already was an underground hit in the world of nico nico(Japanese youtube)
The story of this 50 minute concert doesnt matter as much as the expression the artist conveys with the visuals and hard hitting songs.
Only negative part is that the subtitle during the songs might feel jank as japanese doesnt translate well. But the songs are banger nonetheless.
Sandeep Aur Pinky Faraar (2021)
Not your typical Masala
Sandeep and Pinky faraar is a film that will NOT appeal to a lot of people
well it should be clear from the ratings alone (currently a 4 pointer)
But does that mean it's not a good film?
Hell No!
The movie is gripping till the end and has complex characters.
You don't have to Like the actors in the film to understand that they are pretty decent actors.
And they did a good job with the characters that were handed.
It's Directed by Dibakar Banerjee, which means you need to understand that it's not gonna be the usual formula-ic film.
(If you liked his earlier works like Byomkesh Bakshi etc, you can understand his direction style)
Written by Varun Grover- if you know his writing from his earlier works like Masaan and Sacred Games you know his writing always had a poetic vibe to it.
So If the writer and director are not of your preference, you really won't like this film. And that's totally fine.
As for me. It was really a great experience.
The third act started off slightly wobbly, but picked itself back up.
Overall a solid film.
The biggest issue with the film is that people were expecting a thriller and chase film.
And the first 20 minutes of the film would be the one to Blame as it creates the setup for a cat and mouse thriller.
And well. It isn't a High octane thriller.
It's a more of a character drama.
And a pretty good one at that.
Simple words me: "Sabke liye nahi hai"
Hukuoka (2019)
The Purpose is the Journey.
It's best to head into this movie not thinking what it possibly is about.
There are few interpretation of what this movie is. But that interpretation should be when you finish this movie.
The setting it's a very slow and lived it environment and the characters are very intriguing. To say the least.
Best way to watch this one is watch it as a surreal piece of work with no intention or objective.
It's simply to take your on a journey with the trio.
And sure, your allowed to all question, but surely you won't really get answers. And that's okay.
Watch it for the quiet and beautiful Journey.
Geungjungi Chejil (2016)
DO is a good actor but..
DO from EXO is the main lead of this super short web series.
And I realise he's the reason a lot of his fans will watch this.
However, that shouldn't be your only reason.
Of course, he's a good actor and he was just Fantastic in 'Swing kids' which was one of the most impactful movie I saw last year.
Apart from him, You should watch it for the excellent Director Lee Byung hun. Who also wrote this beautiful show.
you guys might know him from they much popular "Extreme Job"
Lee byung hun is the guy behind the excellent drama 'Be Melodramatic' which is personally my favorite show with excellent character writing (even though it's a comedy)
And Honestly, this short drama feels like what the director made before actually making Be Melo. You know.. Like a trial. As both of them deal with making a movie (this one) or making a drama (be Melo)
All in all.
Go. Watch it.
Seuwingkizeu (2018)
Beautiful, tragic. Don't watch if..
Don't watch this movie if you are expecting Happy go Lucky movie with dance competition theme.
Cuz it's not that.
As its set in the POW camps.
This movie is about freedom and the price you pay for it. And Love, not just for a person, but for your Passion.
Watching this was an experience. Great performance by everyone. And even though the movie has a War setting, it's actually quite fun and has a not so serious vibe. But mind you the whole movie has a very grim undertone to it.
Fair warning though, There are some instances of violence but they are very deliberate and not there as a hack.
You'll laugh, you'll smile and you'll cry.
Melloga Chejil (2019)
Underrated Masterpiece, Trust me
This one should go in the modern classic section.
That's how good the show is.
The characters in the show are really well fleshed out.
Their dynamic with each other is fantastic.
The show is funny when it wants and has a very fresh take on comedy compared to other k dramas.
The show displays pathos In such heartful manner that you deeply root for each character.
It's really a very funny show
It's literally a show with no bad characters. Not one!
There are no black or white textbook characters,
They are human and have their flaws and even the stupidest character in this show make some sense in terms of their motivation towards their actions. And they all give a sense of comfort and security.
Generally the female centric shows kind of repel people a little cuz it can lean into being preachy.
But this one's a breath of fresh air when it comes to dealing with those tropes.
Acting was great too.
Han Ji Eun gives life to the amazing character Han Joo with her innocent caring and yet strong n competant mother.
Jeon Yeo been playing the stoic Lee Eun jung is witty and poignant.
Lastly Chun Woo hee was the most relatable as the writer Lim Jin Joo with her trivial struggles in Daily life.
This one. For sure. Will stay with you.