☆My Favorite Asian Movies of all times☆

A must-watch classic

This is one of the very first k-movies I've ever watched. Some scenes are still vivid in my mind because of how raw and shocking they felt. I don't care how many successful movies Bong Joon Ho makes, but this will remain his most brilliant one.

A Masterpiece in every sense of the word!

Never have I been as deeply traumatized by a movie as I was with The Throne. It excels in depicting one of the most tragic stories in Korean history, focusing every element to convey the profound humanity behind it—specifically the heartbreaking relationship between King Yeongjo and his son, Crown Prince Sado. The tragedy lies in how demanding and unrelenting the father was, expecting nothing less than perfection from a son who felt utterly chained, inadequate, and miserable to the point of obsession. Brilliant in every aspect, from its writing and storytelling to the powerful acting, cinematography, and music, every detail perfectly captures the somber atmosphere and speaks to the tragedy. Yoo Ah In’s performance is simply unforgettable; his portrayal of Sado’s anguish left me devastated for months, making this film an emotional experience like no other.

The amount of frustration this film manages to build through just simple dialogues, the acting of a newbie cast, and humble yet delicate camera work is insane! It depicts loneliness in a way that will create a lump in your throat and leave you suffocating, bewildered, and conflicted. 

This is the excellent debut of director Yoon Sung Hyun, and one of the best K-indie films.

What might sound like an average thriller happens to stir something much deeper within me. The more I reflect on this movie, the more it seeps into my soul and strikes. Disguised in its stylish setting and nerve-wracking thrill, this movie delves into the fear of confronting life’s challenges. Few directors can evoke such emotional depth and complexity from their actors like Yoon Sung Hyun does here. It's truly a pleasure to witness this talented cast bring these feelings to life under his direction. 

This movie left me in a state of deep denial. Calling it bittersweet doesn’t do it justice, as it leans heavily toward the painful side. The bond between the protagonists is so captivating—you can strongly feel their struggle as they navigate youth and poverty. Yet, it’s also deeply agonizing because, despite their love for each other, their relationship simply doesn’t work, and they can't be together. The cinematography beautifully captures this tension, amplifying the bittersweet, lingering sense of despair that stays with you long after watching.

A rollercoaster of emotions!

One of the most painful movies I’ve ever watched—disturbing and gruesome. The film slowly strips its main character, and the audience, of any brightness, hope, or reason to keep going. It doesn’t just make you pity her from a distance; it makes you cry out in agony as if you’re in her place. The storytelling moves back and forth, stealthily uncovering layers of filth, darkness, and injustice. I’ve seen many films dealing with bullying and rape, but this is the first time I found myself trembling in fear, disgust, and denial because of it. I’ve seen cruel movies before, but rarely have I felt such a strong connection to reality—because, tragically, this is the reality we live in. The raw, powerful performance by Chun Won Hee and the cunning screenplay by director Lee Su Jin make this film unforgettable.

A stylish gory revenge story that is surprisingly very artistic (my favorite out of Park Chan Wook's trilogy).

IMO, This is the best horror thriller movie Korea could ever make!

unspoken pain of abandoned children that nobody knows

A very feel-good, touching, quirky movie

loved the story, the cast and the action

Injustice and desperation in a comedy. Dark and gory but very pleasing to the eyes. A clever movie that went under the radar of many!