Go in blind, you'll be glad you did

Rating: 10/10 (9 February 2020)

Chan-wook Park's twisted masterpiece was my first introduction into the world of foreign language films. I couldn't believe how refreshing it felt to watch this unique and original work of pure genius. This film opened a door for me into some incredible productions from around the globe. The downright audacious writing is admirable, throwing the blueprint away and coming up with this amazing revenge story, told in a smart and powerful manner. I reckon that the mountain of revenge films that have come out in the last while owe this film a debt of gratitude. The cinematography, soundtrack and choreography are all something special, as is the acting, notably from Min-sik Choi. His exhaustion from this demanding role actually shows in some scenes. The less known about this film on first viewing, the better. Letting the story unfold the way the filmmakers intended is what really gives this great film its power