Oldboy

Oldboy Review - 8/10

 I heard countless times how good of a movie this was from critics and fans alike. I watched a preview for it and what I saw was an action movie. While there is a few action scenes (one in particular that was beautifully shot) this is by no means an action movie. There are some cringe worthy moments of torture but it all works and not over done. Most of it happens on screen and you only hear what happens.

The plot is about a man who was kept under watch in the same room for 15 years. He is released out of the blue and has vowed to find out who and why this was done to him. He meets a young girl named "Mi-do" and they quickly find a sense compassion and love towards one another.

As the story unfolds we learn about who and why. When we the audience find out the reason I was blown away. Not since I watched the first "Saw" movie did I feel so shocked. It was one of the most brilliant twists I've ever witnessed and made me feel for the character even more because of it.

I haven't watched the American remake and don't intend to after the horrible reviews and plot changes I read about. If you're a fan of movies and don't mind subtitles, I highly recommend this one.