I think many people still underestimate the importance of Jung Jae-il's brilliant score in this film. After each viewing I'm continued to be stunned by how much it's actually doing, it's not only complimenting what's happening in every scene, but also providing the sense of rhythm that Bong needs to accomplish his vision.
If there's any film that the score is completely indispensable, this is definitely one of them.
So, Black Lagoon decides to bring back one of the most badass characters ever committed to screen and put her right in the middle of the whole bloody affair -- and I couldn't have asked for anything better. The near-perfect ending to the entire series.
Roberta deserves her own spin-off show.
Ota is probably one of the most wonderful characters I've ever seen on screen, I'd give everything to be with him for a day. His card trick which is done in one single take is one magical moment in cinema that I'll never forget.
Yi Yi is one of those rare films that once it started, immediately makes me forget about everything else, it's completely immersive, and heartfelt, and honest. It has also helped me in becoming a better person,…
After seeing it for the second time, I can now say that A Brighter Summer Day is one of the greatest films I've seen, truly a stunning accomplishment.
How did Edward Yang even achieve this film? How did he finance it? How did he get this made at all?
One of the most immersive films ever made. The world that Yang recreated is so meticulously constructed, he nailed everything from how each character move or talk, to the unbelievably detailed…
