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V.I.P.
브이아이피
2017 128 min South Korea 18+
★6.9
Crime, Thriller, Action
Director: Park Hoon-jung
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Description
A son to a high-ranked official in North Korea commits a series of murders going across the countries around the world. The movie depicts the following events as South Korea, North Korea and Interpol start chasing down after him.
Starring
Jang Dong-gun
Actor
Kim Myung-min
Actor
Lee Jong-suk
Actor
Awards
1 win total
Key opinion
V.I.P. is a visually polished and intense crime thriller that serves as a bleak allegory for elite impunity and bureaucratic corruption. While viewers appreciate its strong atmosphere and thematic weight, opinions are divided on whether the film successfully balances its narrative, with some criticizing the underdeveloped script compared to the director's previous work.
| Theme | The film effectively uses the narrative to critique the systemic impunity enjoyed by the political elite and the impotence of law enforcement agencies. | |
| Cinematography | The cinematography and visual style maintain a high level of aesthetic quality, consistent with the director's reputation for crisp and professional imagery. | |
| Originality | The visceral, frequent, and sometimes extreme depictions of violence elicit strong reactions, acting as a point of contention between those who find it intense and those who find it excessive. | |
| Acting | Performances are viewed with ambivalence; some find the portrayals of the leads convincing and nuanced, while others feel the acting is neutral or monotone. | |
| Screenplay | The narrative structure and character development are divisive; some praise the complex web of political games, while others argue the script is weak and the characters are underdeveloped. |