Seobok: Project Clone

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Ghast C Loved this movie. Park Bogum devoured this role. Ate down sooo bad. Was on the edge of my seat the whole time and omg. The ending did not disappoint. Had me going through various emotions. I love a movie that can really make me cry and feel how the characters are feeling. The cast was perfect, the story was well executed, everything was just amazing. I would definitely recommend this movie. Will be rewatching. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/06/24 Full Review Zara 7 It is my most favorite movie because of it's morality and philosophy. "SeoBok" is a South Korean sci-fi thriller that goes beyond the typical clone story, delving into profound ethical considerations of human cloning and eternal life. The film seamlessly combines futuristic storytelling with intense action, offering a thought-provoking exploration of life's complexities. Notably, it stands out for its refusal to provide easy answers to metaphysical questions, inviting viewers to reflect on moral dilemmas. Given its masterful blend of action and philosophy, I rated "SeoBok" 5 out of 5—a memorable and intellectually stimulating cinematic experience. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/06/23 Full Review Late R Apart from being an action film with a sci-fi twist that facilitates some impressive action set pieces, ‘Seobok' ponders some big questions and takes the time to give its two main characters some sort of depth resulting in a story that is both an exploration on the meaning of life (and death) and a redemption arc. It's that side of things in particular -- although I will say it's probably wise to bear in mind the genre and temper your expectations on just how much depth they go into -- that elevates this above your standard action film and transforms it into something more meaningful. Performances from Gong Yoo and Park Bo-gum are great. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 04/09/23 Full Review Audience Member Seobok: Project Clone is a modern day Frankenstein story written and directed by Lee Yong Zoo. This compelling film is a blend of the science fiction, action, and drama genres. It is very good. Train to Busan's Gong Yoo stars as a dying special agent enlisted to safely transport a new species of human-clone after a terrorist attack designed to eliminate it. This new species of human is played adeptly by Park Bo Gum. This new creation becomes the center of a battle between governments and scientists, as his potential for ending human death is considered. While the film is definitively a Sci-Fi film, filled with great action and very good special effects, it is much more than that. This film is a dramatic look at moral issues that are as old as mankind itself- the questions of what it means to be human, and what is the bearable cost of the advancement of science. What does it mean to be human? Seobok manages to examine these questions in a way that does not preach to the viewer. The film entertains and evokes intellectual quandary. It is well done. While there is a substantial cast, Gong Yoo and Park Bo Gum monopolize the majority of the screen time. Their relationship and their screen chemistry evolves over the course of the film and is the linchpin of the dramatic aspects of the story. I found myself really caring about their evolving and complex personal relationship. Is Gong Yoo's life more valuable than Park Bo Gum's because he was born and not made? What is the point at which life begins? What is the acceptable sacrifice society is willing to accept in the furtherance of perceived advancement? What happens when man plays God and loses control of his creations? All these questions are considered. While the story is a modern day Frankenstein tale, it is not the story made famous by Boris Karloff in 1931. It is more akin to the character of the Mary Shelley novel that was brought into the world through science and struggled to understand his place in the world. That is Park Bo Gum's Seobok. A common theme in recent years in my reviews has been the elevation of South Korean cinema. Seobok: Project Clone is no exception. The film is well scripted. It is well Directed and well acted. The special effects and cinematography are as good as anything Hollywood has produced. I highly recommend this film. I saw the film in Korean with English subtitles; however there is a Dubbed version. Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 01/13/23 Full Review Audience Member This ended up being a very entertaining movie. I had just watched The Silent Sea, and looking for another Gong Yoo fix. This film really surprised me. It's sci-fi with action and somewhat philosophical. Definitely makes you question things. The west needs to keep its eyes open, Korean cinema is on the up! - Well, always has been in my eyes. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/26/23 Full Review Read all reviews

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