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Seen it?2023 | 6 min | Science Fiction, Horror, Thriller
Saturday Specialearly ratingWhy it’s a Saturday Special
Critics loved it (75 on Metacritic), despite a box office flop. A strong pick for the weekend.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who likes to be kept guessing, horror fans and sci-fi fans. If you loved Spectral, start here.
- The mood
- Scary.
- The pace
- Fast-moving, at 6 min.
- What might put you off
- It's in Korean, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
A young woman turns on the tv to watch her favourite Korean romantic drama but realizes to her horror that she may be the one being watched.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsVery strong
75 on Metacritic
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsSolid
Won 1 Cannes award: Cannes Film Festival: Best Makeup and Hairstyling. Also nominated for 1 Oscar. Plus 7 other awards.
- Box office & staying powerWeak
$2 million worldwide
- Buzz & cultural impactSolid
About 105K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Mai Nakanishi
- Wanmin ChaeThe Actor
- Juhee LeeThe Girl