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Cobweb
거미집
2023 135 min South Korea 18+
★6.7
Comedy, Drama
Director: Kim Jee-woon
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Description
In the 1970s, Director Kim is obsessed by the desire to re-shoot the ending of his completed film Cobweb, but chaos and turmoil grip the set with interference from the censorship authorities, and the complaints of actors and producers who can't understand the re-written ending. Will Kim be able to find a way through this chaos to fulfill his artistic ambitions and complete his masterpiece?
Worldwide:
$126
Starring
Song Kang-ho
Actor
Lim Soo-jung
Actor
Oh Jung-se
Actor
Awards
5 wins & 18 nominations total
Key opinion
Cobweb is a meta-cinematic exploration of the creative process that uses a film-within-a-film narrative to blend comedy, drama, and thriller elements. While critics appreciate the technical ambition and the strong performance of Song Kang-ho, the film's niche subject matter and chaotic tone generate polarized reactions among general audiences.
| Acting | Song Kang-ho anchors the film with a stellar, commanding performance that elevates the chaotic narrative. | |
| Cinematography | The inventive cinematography captures a distinct 1970s aesthetic, effectively immersing the audience in the film-within-a-film structure. | |
| Theme | The meta-narrative successfully highlights the internal struggles and artistic obsession inherent in the filmmaking process. | |
| Accessibility | The film's appeal is limited; enthusiasts of cinema history and craft find it rewarding, while those expecting mainstream blockbuster pacing may find it inaccessible or exhausting. |