Violent and Legendary!

Rating: 10/10 (23 September 2010)

Loosely based on the Japanese 'manga' of the same name written by Nobuaki Minegishi and Garon Tsuchiya, 'Oldboy', directed Park Chan-wook is a violent film, that disturbs it's viewer, but that is it's sheer power. This one turns out to be a legendary watch!
'Oldboy' is about A Man locked in a hotel room for 15 years without knowing his captor's motives. When he is finally released, he finds himself still trapped in a web of conspiracy and violence.
'Oldboy' is gruesome from the word go. It is amongst the most violent films you'll ever see, but it's bloodshed is so justified, that it grows on you, without the feeling of throwing up. It's the power, the depression & the search of a man, to get his life back, which is now impossible.
'Oldboy' not only promotes violence like never before, but also, throws in stuff dealing with incest. Please be forewarned, before tuning in this now classic. This film is not meant for everyone!
Park Chan-wook's direction is fantastic. He has a strong vision, which he executes in here with violence, as it's shoulder. The Screenplay is arresting. Jeong Jeong-hoon's Cinematography captures the Violence and it's power too really.
In the acting department, Choi Min-sik is outstanding in the lead role. He delivers a haunting performance, that offers strength. Yu Ji-tae excels. Kang Hye-jeong is superb. Oh Dal-su leaves a mark as well.
On the whole, 'Oldboy' is gutsy, gory and one heck of a watch. A Powerful Film All The Way!