The Villainess (2017)

a must watch for action lovers and those looking for strong female leads!

I am someone who loves actions and thriller genres. i also have an undying love for strong women in movies/shows. i always look for new content that have women that are unapologetically strong and don’t end up needing a man to keep her going. this movie is exactly up my lane.

the protagonist is an independent and strong woman. she has had her fair share of trauma and hardships. however she always triumphed through them. she was feminine yet brutal. she never held back but never hurt someone that didn’t deserve it. she seemed cold on the outside but she was desperate for love, a family, and stability. although she got them, they only lasted a sweet moment.

the last scene was probably my favourite. the fl technically said the title without saying the title. it felt like we had just gotten a prequel to the main movie. it felt like her story only just started. the end left me yearning for me. the one thing this movie desperately lacks is a second movie! the ending left room for more of the protagonist’s story.

the acting was phenomenal. Kim Ok-Bin, Shin Ha-Kyun, Kim Seo-Hyung, and Bang Sung-Joon; they were all just amazing in portraying their respective characters. Ok-Bin really proved that she deserved to be the protagonist. She played her role so well!

Kim Seo-Hyung always manages to make everything gay. I fall in love with her ever second. She’s so attractive and complete pleasure every time she appears on screen.

I’d highly recommend this movie for anyone who loves intense action scenes and thrillers. everyone should be aware it’s an amazing ending that connects everything and makes it all make sense but it isn’t a happy ending. if you hate tragedies, beware!

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Awesome

I love movies like this. If you want a bad ass female lead who can handle the situation with a little bit of blood and grace you'rein the right place. I definitely didn't want it to end. There's just enough romance to make you pissed you can't get more. Acting was spot on, music went great with the theme of the movie and I was pretty impressed with the plot and revenge . The ending was satisfying. Unfortunately the only part I disagree and was a bit confused about at times, was the back and forth. Sometimes you couldn't tell if it was past, present or another person all together. Getting past that makes the movie very watchable. Won't rewatch it just cause a certain part put me in my feels but to each their own...

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Story

The Villainess is a 2017 South Korean action thriller that throws you headfirst into the whirlwind life of Sook-hee, a woman molded into a deadly assassin since childhood. The film is a relentless barrage of stylish action sequences, punctuated by moments of emotional vulnerability and a narrative shrouded in mystery.

Here's a breakdown of the film's key aspects:

Action: Buckle up for balletic violence. The fight scenes are meticulously choreographed, showcasing Sook-hee's lethal efficiency and raw power. Think John Wick with a dash of Kill Bill's balletic flair.

Story: The narrative unfolds through fragmented flashbacks, slowly piecing together Sook-hee's past and motivations. This non-linear approach keeps you guessing, but it can be challenging to follow at times.

Characters: Sook-hee is an intriguing protagonist, both captivating and disturbing. Her emotional core is hidden beneath layers of trauma and training, making her a complex and unpredictable character. The supporting cast, while not as fleshed out, serves the story well.

Visuals: The film boasts stunning cinematography, with striking imagery and dynamic camerawork that amplifies the action and reflects Sook-hee's internal turmoil.

Overall: The Villainess is a visceral and stylish action film that will leave you breathless. However, its fragmented narrative and lack of emotional depth might not resonate with everyone.

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The storyline was ok but I had problems with it. I don't like children being killed off for one. I liked the 2nd husband because he was definitely in love with KOB's character. I hate that he was killed off for another. I loved KOB's martial art skills and love the way she handles knives and swords. I feel the action of this movie should have been made into a series instead of a movie. There was more to vision in this script it was too short. I didn't like the ending for sure where it looked like she just went insane. The screenwriters could've made her into a strong heroine!

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THE VILLAINESS has become quite popular among action buffs. Myself being one, I decided to watch this film and today, having watched it, I feel it's really an impactful film. Director Byung-gil Jung has not just relied on visuals and action but also on a decent storyline to make a good film. Even though the drama's a little overdone in many portions, the film's overall impact is quite a good one and can't be ignored.

Kim OK-bin is the soul of THE VILLAINESS. Her performance is mindblowing and highly impressive in certain sequences. Shin Ha-kyun is terrific, and he's impressive throughout the duration he's given. Rest of the cast is also decent and their performances prove an asset to the film.

The unfolding is what needs to be appreciated. The film's impact in the first few minutes is praiseworthy. The film however slows down in certain portions, but it's the action which hardly lets you down. It's extremely excellent, and a major reason why this film works big time. The visuals are excellent, as is the cinematography. Some of the thrills are really very impressive.

THE VILLAINESS is a solid action entertainer which works for the most part and impresses even an average action lover. It's really a top class action film with some of the best action sequences in a South Korean film, even though it doesn't come close to some classic South Korean action films like NO TEARS FOR THE DEAD.

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Eu fui ver esse filme porque sou grande fã do que algumas pessoas chamam de "femme fatale". Oque estava esperando? Um daqueles filmes de ação que contém boas lutas porem uma história medíocre. MAN I WAS WRONG
A historia apesar de confusa como dita anteriormente em outros reviews, é muito boa. Acredito eu que valha a pena até re-assistir pra entender td por inteiro. Mas, não é nenhum bicho de sete cabeças que uma pessoa já acostumada com esse tipo de narrativa não vá entender.
A atuaçao é muito boa, a ponto você de se envolver com os personagens.
O filme é bem gore, não recomendo assistir quem é sensível a esse tipo de coisa. Pode haver alguns gatilhos também.
O único ponto que achei que podia ter sido mais desenvolvido é a ideia da mudança de câmera da primeira pra terceira pessoa e vice-versa. Por se tratar de um filme de ação parece mesmo com um jogo de FPS, quem não está acostumado tem uma dor de cabeça fácil kk. Eu também não entendi oque levou a direção a parar de usa-la em certos pontos chaves da história.

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A Vilã não é aquele filme que o telespectador entende tudo direitinho. Para quem assistiu "Parasita", talvez saiba do que estou falando, além de ser algo bem característico dentro das filmografia coreana.

Após presenciar o pai ser assassinado, Sook Hee cresce com um senso de responsabilidade de vingança. Sob os cuidados de Joong San, é treinada para se tornar uma assassina. Conforme o tempo passa, ambos se apaixonam e se casam.

Vemos Sook Hee mostrar toda a sua habilidade nos primeiros minutos do filme enquanto deixa uma pilha de corpos no chão mostrando para o que veio em seu ato de vingança treinada, após ver sua vida virar uma sucessão de acontecimentos pareciso quando o assassino de seu pai retorna e mata seu marido.

No entanto, nem tudo é fácil, já que é capturada e tem sua vida literalmente apagada. Agora grávida e sem recursos, é obrigada a trabalhar para a Agência de Inteligência, que aliás é comandada por uma mulher valentona, mas que em momento nenhum perde a linha. A agência programa assassinatos, e se Sook Hee concordar terá sua liberdade garantida quando cumprir dez anos de trabalho para viver uma vida comum.

Como em breve terá um bebê nos braços, ela aceita sua nova identidade: Chae Yeon Soo, 27 anos, atriz de peças teatrais e uma assassina de alugue. Mas vemos que para Sook Hee não é algo fácil de lidar, as vidas se embaralham e causam nela uma certa controvérsia. Além de que um homem surge em sua vida.

E foi nessa parte que o filme se tornou ainda mais interessante para mim. Ver as duas personalidades em conflito, duelando para ver qual delas se sobressaia. Foi uma boa quebra para a violência e cenas sangrentas que toda a temática do filme nos proporciona. O estilo mais calmo, íntimo e até romântico em algumas partes ainda me deixaram pressa à trama.

Se você for assistir A Vilã achando que não vai achar nada de interessante, é um engano. O enredo prende muito, há várias reviravoltas dentro da história que não permite o desvio da atenção.

Com uma mescla de Kill Bill, o roteiro e direção de Jung Byung Gil não deixa nada a desejar. É incrível a técnica cinematográfica e enche os olhos do espectador. O elenco é outro show à parte. Atores e atrizes que são figurinhas repetidas nos dramas coreanos, podendo mostrar mais ainda seu poder de atuação em um filme com um alcance e temática diferenciado.

Indico muito para quem gosta de algo mais violento e até sangrento, mas que também entrega um roteiro de excelente qualidade.

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