The Whisper Man

The Whisper Man did not work for me sadly. The whole thing felt a bit pat. It is not bad but not as good as I was led to believe. 

Ajji

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Ajji is a tough film to watch but it is a good film with excellent acting and a good ending. 

When The Camellia Blooms

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When The Camellia Blooms completely got me unprepared. Gong Hyo Jin is not an actress I especially care for but I now realise that I like all her projects. Kang Ha Neul never interested me and he is fantastic in this (come to think of it, Gong Hyo Jin has great chemistry with all her co stars). I loved this drama to bits and enjoyed all 20 episodes. Also I must have cried a bucketful of tears but in a good way. 

My Country

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My Country turned out to be a love story between two close childhood friends against the background of a turbulent time in Korean history, the birth of Joseon. I was already familiar with the story since Six Flying Dragons was such a riveting show but this one not to much. There were a lot of face splattered with blood shots. One of the two main lovers was bisexual since he seemed to have some feels for the female lead but the main romance was something else. These two clashed very often but also their chemistry was amazing. Despite that and the gorgeous cinematography the show was a bore. Except Jang Hyuk who shone like a jewel in the role that was also excellently played by Yoo Ah In. Bang Won starts out as a hero but turns a villain in the end. I love Jang Hyuk so I was happy with his scenes. 

The Border

The Border is the final chapter of a cartel trilogy and it felt very real in some ways. It is a good ending to a very interesting story. I liked the performance too. 

Tumbbad

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Tumbbad is as good as they say it is. Great atmosphere, art direction and story. And acting from a well selected cast. If you like Guillermo Toro films then definitely see this one. It is similar but different in all the good ways. 

6 Underground

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6 Underground, oh Michael Bay, man, this could have been a good film but ended up not being one. I liked the international cast (all very good) and ..... the costumes??? At least I didn't dnfed it. That's something in its favour too no? Oh also Doron was there! When is the third season of Fauda coming?