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woopak_the_thrill posted a Quick Tip about Fighter in the Wind. April 26

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Felt like re-watching something that I did not need to think about and decided to see something familiar, yet I know that the replay value would be good. Based on the manga inspired … more

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woopak_the_thrill reviewed Woochi: The Demon Slayer (Korean film). April 15

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A Fun House Ride of Korean Lore, Martial Arts and CGI Special Effects

There are Asian films that do not surprise me at all as to why and how they became so successful in their native country. However, there are those that do make me wonder why they became successful in … more

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woopak_the_thrill reviewed Black Eagle (aka. R2B: Back to Base, .... March 23

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South Korean "Top Gun" Lacks the Afterburners to Really Take Off

While I really got into the “Korean New Wave” because of directors Kim Ki-Duk, Park Chan-Wook, Lee Chang-Dong and Kim Ji-Woon, lately it seems like Korean movies also have their share of what … more

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woopak_the_thrill reviewed Silenced (Korean film, aka. The Cruci.... March 10

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Silenced (Korean film, aka. The Crucible)

The True Story That Sparked Public Outcry in South Korea That Led to Legislative Reform

The real events that took place in the Gwangju Inhwa school for the hearing impaired caused public outcry in South Korea. The sexual abuse of many deaf/mute students was just so horrific that such lenient … more

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Trekscribbler reviewed Black Eagle (aka. R2B: Back to Base, .... February 23

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When It Sticks To The Air, BLACK EAGLE Soars (Mostly)

In the middle of 1986, Tony Scott and Tom Cruise teamed up for one of the most successful (and formulaic) summer blockbusters of all time: TOP GUN unleashed its Cold War fury … more

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woopak_the_thrill reviewed The Thieves (Korean film). February 21

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A Fun, Energetic, Inventive, Highly Entertaining Caper Flick

Heist or crime caper films are a dime-a-dozen. While most are mediocre using formula and familiar devices, there … more

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Trekscribbler reviewed The Thieves (Korean film). February 06

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Honor Among THIEVES

Caper flicks have been done before. For the record, the French have had a few solid outings. I’ve yet to see anything significant from the Russians. The … more

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woopak_the_thrill posted a Quick Tip about The Front Line (Korean film). January 26

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The direction and characterization really got this Korean film swinging with everything its got. Defines the hell that is a civil war. See Full review here.

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Trekscribbler reviewed The Doomsday Book (Korean film). January 24

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South Korea Sees Plenty of 'Doom' In Our Future

By their very nature, anthology films are a mixed bag. They’ll contain two or three or four smaller stories – essentially ‘shorts,’ cobbled together … more

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woopak_the_thrill reviewed The Front Line (Korean film). January 22

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War is Hell and A Civil War is Perhaps Even More 'Hellish'

War is hell. Civil War may be worst than hell and much more ‘hellish’ than one realizes. At least, that is what director Jang Hoon may be trying to communicate with his Korean war epic “The … more

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woopak_the_thrill reviewed The Doomsday Book (Korean film). January 17

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Two Directors. Three Tales of the Future. One Story of Humanity's Self-Destruction

Often have I said that to understand and appreciate Asian cinema, one must be ready to ask for the motivation of a story or a scene. It operates differently than Hollywood movies when its narrative is … more

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woopak_the_thrill posted a Quick Tip about Bedevilled (Korean film). December 04, 2012

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A Korean film that almost took me by surprise. Winner of numerous international film awards including best actress and best new director. Not for the faint of heart. See Full … more

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woopak_the_thrill reviewed Bedevilled (Korean film). December 01, 2012

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A Film That Generates Genuine Unease All The While Immersing You in its Narrative

Korean horror may be more or less a mixed bag these days, but when it comes to the thriller genre, Korean cinema have yet to miss a beat. First-time director Jang Cheol-Soo’s (who had assisted … more

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woopak_the_thrill reviewed Howling (Korean Film). November 14, 2012

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A Serial Killer With Paws and Fangs

Nope, Korean director/screenwriter Yoo Ha’s “Howling” is in no way related to the American semi-classic, werewolf horror flick with the same name. Based on the novel written by Asa Nonami … more

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Trekscribbler reviewed Bedevilled (Korean film). November 08, 2012

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Uncommon Performances Make the Commoners' BEDEVILLED An Exercise In Screen Terror

I’ve said it before, but it bears repeating: slasher-style films are a dime a dozen. For studios, they tend to be a low-cost investment almost always promising a respectable return. … more

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woopak_the_thrill reviewed The Yellow Sea (Korean Film). August 23, 2012

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A Hellish Journey To One's Own Personal Hell

Director Na Hong-jin’s “The Chaser” shattered several box-office records in Korea and even won two major film awards in the 2008 Grand Bell Awards (best director and best film). Now, … more

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woopak_the_thrill reviewed My Way (Korean film). August 21, 2012

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When Bitter Rivals Become Friends and One Another's Best Hope to Survive

The South Korean film “Tae Guk Gi: Brotherhood of War” earned accolades from both international and domestic critics in 2004. It was director Kang Je-Gyu’s follow up to 1999’s … more

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ryguy4738 reviewed Sector 7 (Korean film). August 17, 2012

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So bad that it was a pain in the ass describing it let alone finishing it.

Half a star out of **** I think I heard of "Sector 7" through Shout Factor earlier this year when they released it onto DVD and Blu-ray in the US. It's a Korean monster movie that … more

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Trekscribbler reviewed My Way (Korean film). July 23, 2012

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Did You Know The Body of a Korean Soldier Was Discovered On D-Day?

South Koreans have a way with film. In the last decade, they’ve had a particularly good run at presenting war stories, some from the World War II era and many others exploring the Korean War. … more

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woopak_the_thrill reviewed Sector 7 (Korean film). June 27, 2012

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A South Korean Monster Mash at Sea!

Seems like even South Korean filmmaking is getting into the 3D bandwagon. From the producers of “Tidal Wave”, comes the first 3D horror film to hail from South Korea. “Sector 7” … more

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Trekscribbler reviewed The Front Line (Korean film). May 10, 2012

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THE FRONT LINE Puts The End of the Korean War Front & Center

Koreans know a thing or two about war. While the Korean War lasted from 1950 – 1953, the nation remains divided into the Republic of Korea and Democratic People’s … more

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FM_ALEX posted a Quick Tip about The Good The Bad The Weird. April 15, 2012

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Everyone that I have shown this to have loved the flick. In fact people that I convinced to watch this on Netflix ending up liking it so much they went out to buy it. The DVD/Blu-Ray comes with all kinds … more

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FM_ALEX reviewed The Good The Bad The Weird. April 15, 2012

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ONE OF MY FAVORITE FLICKS

TRAILER THE GOOD THE BAD THE WEIRD I have to say that this may be one of my favorite movies in recent … more

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Trekscribbler reviewed War of the Arrows. February 23, 2012

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WAR OF THE ARROWS Scores A Perfect Cinema Bulls-eye!

Without a doubt, WAR OF THE ARROWS is one of the finest period ‘actioners’ I’ve seen in years; in fact, the last time I remember being this excited about a period adventure … more

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woopak_the_thrill reviewed War of the Arrows. February 22, 2012

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Two Dynasties At War...One Man on a Mission!

International audiences of Korean cinema are well aware that South Korea has the potential to match the best Wuxia out there. This has been proven time again with films that display remarkable swordplay … more

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