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Gonjiam: Haunted Asylum
곤지암
2018 95 min South Korea 18+
★7.0
Horror, Mystery
Director: Jung Bum-shik
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Description
The crew of a horror web series travels to an abandoned asylum for a live broadcast, but they encounter much more than expected as they move deeper inside the nightmarish old building.
US Gross:
$115,252
Worldwide:
$21.04M
Starring
Oh Ah-yeon
Actor
Wi Ha-joon
Actor
Yoo Je-Yoon
Actor
Awards
3 wins & 9 nominations total
Key opinion
Gonjiam: Haunted Asylum is widely praised for its immersive, realistic atmosphere and effective use of the found-footage format. While some viewers criticize its slow build-up and derivative premise, most genre fans consider it a competent and genuinely suspenseful entry in the mockumentary subgenre.
| Cinematography | The film masterfully utilizes the found-footage format to create a palpable, immersive atmosphere that makes viewers feel present in the abandoned site. | |
| Acting | Performances are generally seen as naturalistic and convincing, with specific actors providing a grounding presence amidst the chaos. | |
| Pacing | The film relies on a slow-burn approach, where the lack of initial action rewards patient viewers but alienates those seeking immediate intensity. | |
| Originality | The screenplay is viewed by some as an effective, atmospheric homage to classic mockumentaries, while others dismiss it as a derivative, thin rehash of earlier films like 'Grave Encounters'. | |
| Ending | The climax and conclusion leave some viewers satisfied with the lingering dread, while others find the ending abrupt, rushed, or lacking necessary explanation. |