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What is the most successful Korean movie of all time?
The Admiral: Roaring Currents
Domestic films by admissions
| Rank | English title | Korean title |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Admiral: Roaring Currents | 명량 |
| 2 | Extreme Job | 극한직업 |
| 3 | Along With the Gods: The Two Worlds | 신과함께-죄와 벌 |
| 4 | Ode to My Father | 국제시장 |
Why are South Korean movies so good?
They arguably produce the highest quality films in the world. South Korean films are some of the most aesthetically pleasing, emotionally captivating and well-written films because you never know what you’re going to get and that’s what makes them so great. They are unpredictable, genre-bending and masterfully crafted.
When did Korean movies become popular?
“New Korean Cinema,” including glossy blockbusters and creative genre films, began to emerge in the late 1990s and 2000s. South Korean cinema saw domestic box-office success exceeding that of Hollywood films in the late 1990s largely due to screen quota laws that limited the public showing foreign films.
What are the best Korean movies of all time?
Best Korean Movies of All Time. 1. Parasite. Starring Kang-ho Song, Sun-kyun Lee, and Yeo-jeong Jo, Parasite is the hot new thriller/drama/comedy that is sweeping the world. Set in South Korea, the film follows the story of the Kims, a family from the slums, as they con their way into working for a wealthy family, the Parks.
What are the best fantasy movies in South Korea?
While many Korean movies tend to be dramas and thrillers, there’s also a handful of very well-made fantasy movies that became iconic on the Korean market. Along with the Gods: The Two Worlds (2017), is one of the most watched movies in South Korea, and for a good reason.
What is the best horror movie in South Korea?
Best Korean Horror Movies 1 Train to Busan. Train to Busan starring Yoo Gong, Yu-mi Jung, and Dong-seok Ma is an action-packed thriller/horror film set in South Korea. 2 The Wailing. The Wailing is a mystery horror/thriller film starring Jun Kunimura, Jung-min Hwang, and Do-won Kwak. 3 Thirst. 4 The Host.
Why is South Korea so famous for movies?
Since the beginning of the 21st century, South Korea has been a constant source of amazing films in a wide variety of genres. Thanks largely to filmmakers like Bong Joon-ho, Park Chan-wook and other innovative auteurs, South Korean cinema continues cross borders and gain fans internationally.