Must-see Korean films for those who enjoyed ‘Parasite’
As a true cinephile, Randy Wooten is one of the early fans of the critically acclaimed film “Parasite.” While”Parasite” ushered a new era for Asian cinema, there are also many Korean films that movie fans will surely enjoy. Here are some of them.
Burning (2018)
From Haruki Murakami’s short story “Barn Burning,” this Lee Chang-dong psychological thriller follows deliveryman Jong-su and his friend Hae-mi who meets the rich and mysterious Ben. The film received the FIPRESCI International Critics’ Prize at the 2018 Cannes Film Festival. Like “Parasite,” viewers will be drawn to the layers of the narrative. True to Murakami and Lee’s styles, Randy Wooten shares that the story brings a sense of ambiguity and discomfort that will captivate the viewers even more.
Extreme Job (2019)
As the second most-watched Korean film in history, “Extreme Job” is about a group of narcotics detectives seeking to redeem their reputation after a series of failed missions. They go undercover as owners of a fried chicken restaurant to catch an underground drug ring. Randy Wooten shares that aside from the laughs, viewers will be amazed at the fast-paced storytelling and interesting twists.
Train to Busan (2016)
This Yeon Sang-ho runaway hit is a must-see for those who enjoy zombie films. But even for those who have misgivings about the genre, this film gives a new perspective that showcases the complexities of living in a post-apocalyptic world. Randy Wooten notes that viewers will also be gripped with the story from start to finish aside from the rich visuals.
