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03/16/2011 A sweet if repetitive documentary. It's a simple observation of a man and his ox. Nothing more, nothing less. If you would find a man and his ox farming boring, then just don't watch it. The true heart of this film comes from the relationship between the man and his ox. The man works the ox incredibly hard, but treats him better than his own wife. This does raise questions as to where the mans heart truly lies. But it's that thankless dedication to each other that really hits home. Never asking from each other, and no understanding, just pure love. There are some wonderful moments, as the man takes his ox to market (as his wife demands) but then asks for $5,000. He is made fun of, and heckled, but he seems truly happy. It's also humbling to see how hard these rural people work, and how his work and his friendship with his ox, mean more than any amount of cash. See more 01/19/2011 An emotional documentary about a man and his ox. See more 12/27/2010 A sentimental tale of a stubborn old farmer, his grumbling burnt-out wife, their moribund ox, and their struggles as age catches up with them. Minimal dialogue but a touching look at rural Korea. See more 10/22/2010 this is one of those movie which can be either extremely boring or extremely emotional totally depending on your mood. it looks so simple but yet so complicated. it will make you think and realize....relationship between husband & wife; mankind & their pet; parents & children. The look of the old ox and the sound of the bell just stuck in my head... See more 08/27/2010 By far the best movie I've seen in a very long time. I saw this completely out of dumb luck at the mom and pop video store in my neighborhood. The owners are Korean and have been putting in lots of Korean titles as well as your usual USA blockbusters, which is just FANTASTIC. I had no idea the kind of power this film would have over me. Though I'm American-raised, suburban-fed, this movie moved me in ways I cannot explain effectively in words. It is definitely the kind of documentary that doesn't teach you anything new, but reminds you of all the old things you should never forget. It makes you FEEL more than SEE anything with your mortal eyes. It is charming and funny in its own way. You'll chuckle, you'll laugh, but most of all you will FEEL and THINK about this movie long after it's over. See more 06/25/2010 So many emotions flowing watching with well-anticipated (at least for me) documentary. This movie made me think about relationship between husband and wife in perhaps last stages of their lives together; one between master and his animal; one between parents and his children who no longer play big part of their lives. I cannot shake off the scene where the ox sheds tears. See more Read all reviews

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