GREAT STUFF DESPITE THE DISAPPOINTMENTS!! (may contain light spoilers)

Rating: 8/10 (25 October 2005)

I don't know why a lot of people were dissatisfied with this film? probably because they were expecting too much. As a whole this film is truly a real breathtaking thriller, oldboy is not on top for nothing. The story is nice and fresh also, this is not the usual mindless story you have seen before. The story is very simple, a guy is put away in a prison and then release after 15 years. He must found out why he was put away in 5 days. yes the film is violent but it is gruesomely watchable.
At first I was scared because a lot of reviews in this site were negative towards the film, despite it's great reviews on the newspapers. After the film I was fully satisfied not only for the story but the way the film was shot. This is pure film-making people, the cinematography, photography and the close ups and the unforgettable twist makes this film operatic. You will agree with me when you will see the superb beginning of the end scene in the penthouse which is filmed masterfully.
Finally, you have some top notch acting, especially the way Oh Dae Su begs at the end. It's sad funny and shameful at the same time. The good editing keeps the pace and the mood of the film refreshing. You won't find scenes too long or too dull, it's fresh and the humour is a bit subtle, it gives charm to the film.
If you ever get a chance to see it don't skip it.