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Seobok
서복
2021 114 min South Korea 18+
★6.6
Science Fiction, Action, Thriller, Mystery
Director: Lee Yong-ju
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Description
Ex intelligence agent Ki-heon is tasked with safely transporting Seo Bok, the first ever human clone, who holds the secret of eternal life. Several forces try to take control of Seo Bok to serve their own agendas.
Starring
Park Bo-gum
Actor
Gong Yoo
Actor
Jang Young-nam
Actor
Awards
1 win total
Key opinion
Seobok is a polarizing film that eschews standard science fiction thrills in favor of a slow-paced, philosophical drama about mortality and ethics. While some viewers appreciate its contemplative nature and thematic ambition, others find the execution to be tedious, repetitive, and burdened by a lack of narrative resolution.
| Originality | The film functions primarily as a character-driven philosophical drama rather than the high-octane science fiction spectacle suggested by the trailer. | |
| Screenplay | The narrative frequently relies on pompous, repetitive, and underdeveloped philosophical dialogue to explore its themes. | |
| Pacing | The film's slow, contemplative tempo is appreciated by those seeking deeper existential reflection but is perceived as boring and exhausting by viewers expecting a traditional thriller. | |
| Theme | Opinions are divided on the depth of the film's inquiry; some find it a meaningful exploration of humanity and ethics, while others dismiss the presentation as superficial and pseudo-intellectual. |