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gulramiOct 14, 2022

Best movie of the year, One of the best endings ever. everything is perfect in this movie. 마침내, 걸작의 탄생.

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bertobellamyJan 14, 2023

THIS IS CINEMA. Park Chan-wook's 'Decision to Leave' is a near masterpiece that invites you to witness a most tragic yet beautiful love story. The acclaimed Korean director delivers one of its finest films by combining Hitchcockian mysteryTHIS IS CINEMA. Park Chan-wook's 'Decision to Leave' is a near masterpiece that invites you to witness a most tragic yet beautiful love story. The acclaimed Korean director delivers one of its finest films by combining Hitchcockian mystery elements and a devastating concept of love that channels Wong Kar-wai. And this is a Park Chan-wook movie, so expect a lot of dark humor during the most unusual moments. But beware, because its labyrinthine plot challenges you to pay attention all the time. The photography, the montage, the acting... Sure the screenplay relies maybe a little more than expected on coincidences, but the result is more than satisfying and makes you forget these tiny details. Now I want this to win the Academy Award for Best International Film.… Expand

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Rebecca31Oct 18, 2022

Decision to Leave is one of the best films of the year. For all the fans of director Park Chan-wook you won’t need any convincing, for anyone not too familiar with his other movies, you’re in good hands. This is a crime/mystery/romance thatDecision to Leave is one of the best films of the year. For all the fans of director Park Chan-wook you won’t need any convincing, for anyone not too familiar with his other movies, you’re in good hands. This is a crime/mystery/romance that will have you utterly captivated.

On a mountain peak in South Korea, a man plummets to his death. As an experienced climber his death appears suspicious. Did he jump or is it possible he was pushed? Detective Hae-joon (Park Hae-il) begins his investigation and very quickly suspects the dead man’s wife Seo-rae (Tang Wei). Everything is not as it seems and as he delves deeper into the investigation he becomes entwined in a sea of deception and desire.

Park Chan-wook has created another masterpiece that’s sure to gain a lot of Oscar buzz. This is filmmaking, an excellent story with superb performances, topped off with some amazing cinematography and music. Park Hae-il as the troubled detective being pulled in two conflicting directions, his job and his heart. Tang Wei as the grieving widow, she gives an amazing performance. It’s a slow burner but the chemistry between Tang Wei and Park Hae-il is brilliant. The story is dark and contains elements you won’t see coming, including some unexpectedly comedic moments scattered throughout. It has an old-school neo noir feel to it. There will be times where you think you’ve figured it out only to have the story dart in another direction. It’s an immersive cinematic experience. A dark romance that even those of you who aren’t big into that genre will love.

What else do I have to say? This is a must see. One of the best films of the year. All you crime movie buffs out there, make sure to check out Decision to Leave. It’s absolutely stunning and highly recommended.… Expand

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Brent_MarchantDec 23, 2022

The key to making a good thriller is to offer an intriguing, twist-filled story but not one that becomes so convoluted that it becomes indecipherable. And that’s where writer-director Park Chan-wook’s latest comes precariously close to losingThe key to making a good thriller is to offer an intriguing, twist-filled story but not one that becomes so convoluted that it becomes indecipherable. And that’s where writer-director Park Chan-wook’s latest comes precariously close to losing it. Mind you, the picture manages to keep itself from careening over the edge, but, in its valiant attempt to offer something more than just a prototypical suspense saga, it introduces a wide range of elements that can make following the flow of the narrative somewhat challenging at times. That’s further complicated by a screenplay that tends to jump around more than it needs to, especially in the opening half-hour during that critical phase where the movie is establishing itself. Thankfully, those rough patches get smoothed out as the story goes on, enabling the film to ultimately live up to its thriller designation, even if it takes a little longer than it probably needs to in doing so. Still, this tale of a detective investigating a possible homicide who becomes obsessed with the victim’s widow (a prime suspect in the case) serves up a generally compelling yarn whose title is ably reflected in many of the picture’s diversely interwoven story threads. It’s also refreshing to see a film in this genre play itself out with an ample amount of offbeat humor and inventive camera work, something all too infrequently included in pictures of this stripe. Nevertheless, “Decision To Leave” could have used a little more fine-tuning to make it work more effectively and more truly deserving of the many awards and accolades it has received thus far. It’s a fun watch with some intriguing elements that distinguish it from its peers, but it’s not quite everything it could be as movies in this genre go.… Expand

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holygodnessOct 15, 2022

Another amazing masterpiece from Director Park Chan-wook. Story, cinematography, music, acting… everything is just wonderful.

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ArineOct 21, 2022

a taylor swift-vibe romance film. tang wei is one of the top actresses of our generation.

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EVCHANSWOct 14, 2022

Not unlike Park’s earlier film.As far as people’s concerned his style is pretty hardcore , but in DTL you can catch different feeling,energetic and simple.After Lust Caution,Tang Wei redefines femme fatale,she’s performance in this film isNot unlike Park’s earlier film.As far as people’s concerned his style is pretty hardcore , but in DTL you can catch different feeling,energetic and simple.After Lust Caution,Tang Wei redefines femme fatale,she’s performance in this film is nothing short of spectacular… Expand

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JLuis_001Oct 15, 2022

It can be said that Park Chan-wook is a director who seems to overcomplicate certain matters, but I think his desire to be intricate is much more than a pretentious element on his part, but rather what motivates him as a filmmaker.

Now, toIt can be said that Park Chan-wook is a director who seems to overcomplicate certain matters, but I think his desire to be intricate is much more than a pretentious element on his part, but rather what motivates him as a filmmaker.

Now, to make the follow-up of a film like The Handmaiden was going to be a tough job, even for him, surpassing himself was more than just a challenge.
For my part I don't think he succeeded, but that in no way means that this is a lesser film.

Decision to Leave is something that could be categorized as a love story. One that is far from simple, but not really complicated either.
Here what at first seems like curiosity, quickly turns into an obsession. An obsession that does not seem to be repressed and yet never explodes even though the two people involved are fully aware of the situation, and both reciprocate their feelings.

The chemistry between the leads is essential for that and they both deliver. In their scenes together there's more meaning in what they reflect physically than in what they express with words and that is not easy.

The questions raised by their interactions is the spice of this film and what provides most of its suspense.
The concept of self-destruction looms large between the motivations locked in two unreliable people as to what their emotions are expressing and what they are hiding, so at the conclusion, it becomes quite clear that the sad ending was all they were going to be able to aspire to.… Expand

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MurphyBrandonDec 26, 2022

Audiences who are usually not interested in love affairs may enjoy "Decision to Leave" because half of the movie's focus is on solving the mystery behind an unexpected death. "Decision to Leave" slowly becomes more engaging as theAudiences who are usually not interested in love affairs may enjoy "Decision to Leave" because half of the movie's focus is on solving the mystery behind an unexpected death. "Decision to Leave" slowly becomes more engaging as the investigations and relationships develop.

The movie demands its audience to pay close attention to every detail and to critically think about each character's behavior. There are plenty of hidden players and hidden motives to discover without explicit storytelling. That's why some people might believe the second viewing of this movie is the most enjoyable.… Expand

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Melavin3Dec 11, 2022

Park Chan-wook delievers yet another masterpiece. It's a flawless film in my oppinion. The directing is some of the greatest of the year if not ever, the editing is a showcase in why editing is important to the experinece of film, the actingPark Chan-wook delievers yet another masterpiece. It's a flawless film in my oppinion. The directing is some of the greatest of the year if not ever, the editing is a showcase in why editing is important to the experinece of film, the acting is great, the wriring is stellar and the cinematography is beautiful and it elvates every scene. It's an emotional romance/thriller/drama. I love this film. There's so much underneath the surface and it's so good. It's one of the most romantic and tragic movies I've seen.,… Expand

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IamaliOct 14, 2022

Another fantastic work from Korea and Park Chan-wook. The decision to leave is perhaps the most complete film of Korean filmmaker Wook٫Fantastic film editing, precise camera movements, and finally, an incredibly wonderful director likeAnother fantastic work from Korea and Park Chan-wook. The decision to leave is perhaps the most complete film of Korean filmmaker Wook٫Fantastic film editing, precise camera movements, and finally, an incredibly wonderful director like Hitchcock!!!
The only fault that can be taken from the movie is related to the script. The script could be more exciting considering its genre, but Wook showed his weakness here! And at the end of the movie, there is a free take on Hitchcock's vertigo, which may not be as big as it is, but it is comparable. In both movies, the suspense is excellent.… Expand

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royalguy07Nov 7, 2022

Wildly edited in a good way, maybe got a little confusing and contrived in the final 20 minutes, but still maintained throughout. Some wonderful shots and performances.

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nutpnutpOct 22, 2022

Director Park Chan Wook’s Decision To Leave makes me feel shattered… Loved every elements of the movie.

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TAPRJan 10, 2023

Mais um espetáculo de cinema sul coreano. Uma "comédia romântica" extremamente diferenciada. Clima de suspense, tensão, drama, comédia e investigação policial em doses precisas. Qualidade técnica e atuações impecáveis. Final surpreendente.

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AncientAmberDec 20, 2022

Very good, but not truly great. I didn't really deliver the emotional gut punch that I think it was going for. I think that's because the film was too busy, too frenetic, to let me sink into that feeling. It's a film that seems to want to doVery good, but not truly great. I didn't really deliver the emotional gut punch that I think it was going for. I think that's because the film was too busy, too frenetic, to let me sink into that feeling. It's a film that seems to want to do everything, and the result is that it doesn't excel at any one thing and is probably a bit too long. Don't let any of these quibbles put you off watching it though. It's still a good time overall and does a lot of interesting things. I found Tang Wei to be quite an enchanting presence.… Expand

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davemelbourne58Nov 6, 2022

Think Rear Window crossed w/Fatal Attraction.
This movie took me about 20-25 minutes to get into, but once I did, I was all in.
Clever storytelling. Fascinating characters It kept me guessing all the way until the end. And even then...I'mThink Rear Window crossed w/Fatal Attraction.
This movie took me about 20-25 minutes to get into, but once I did, I was all in.
Clever storytelling.
Fascinating characters
It kept me guessing all the way until the end.
And even then...I'm still not sure what happened.
but I loved it.… Expand

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LoverBoy36Oct 15, 2022

One of the most beautiful romance movies ever! Director Park never disappoints us.

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CMCOct 24, 2022

Painful to watch after an hour, I stayed because of a friend. The Director does not have control of his material, throwing up stuff on the wall to see what sticks. Because he is not sure, the movie is easily 45 minutes to one hour longer thanPainful to watch after an hour, I stayed because of a friend. The Director does not have control of his material, throwing up stuff on the wall to see what sticks. Because he is not sure, the movie is easily 45 minutes to one hour longer than it needs to be to make its points. The Director knows how create cheap jokes that could be confused for wittiness or boldness, but then one realizes that they only were thrown in and do not really help carry the story. In the end the plot seems both pointless and unsatisfying.… Expand

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ruhn_Oct 15, 2022

i really feel like they wanted her to be baddie like Amy (from 'gone girl') but they failed the story and i just can't give in a higher rating

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BroyaxMar 8, 2023

Sauf exception, j’aime beaucoup les films de Park Chan-Wook, son ironie, sa mise en scène au cordeau et son talent pour installer des atmosphères… ou pour se lancer dans quelques provocations… au fil de scènes plus ou moins choquantes ici ouSauf exception, j’aime beaucoup les films de Park Chan-Wook, son ironie, sa mise en scène au cordeau et son talent pour installer des atmosphères… ou pour se lancer dans quelques provocations… au fil de scènes plus ou moins choquantes ici ou là… bref, c’est un sacré style, difficile à décrire d’ailleurs.

Mais ici, il s’est loupé le gars, complètement loupé…! il ne se passe rien ou quasiment rien pendant plus d’une plombe dans son film de merde (une plombe et quart même) et on s’aperçoit (car on regarde régulièrement sa montre avec un air de reproche) qu’il reste encore une putain d’heure au compteur !!

Non, ça va pas le faire, vraiment pas… parce que si on continue comme ça, on va mourir d’ennui ! littéralement. D’autant que la fille est plutôt moche -excusez-moi, c’est un jugement de valeur, je suppose, mais voir une actrice moche, ça me déprime. Et déjà qu’on s’emmerde à mort… alors bon, voilà quoi.

Et le pire dans tout ça, c’est qu’il ne s’est pas foulé côté histoire le gars, puisqu’il s’agit -je vous le donne en mille- d’un ‘Basic Instinct’ qui ne dit pas son nom…! mais une mauvaise, très mauvaise copie, édulcorée et chiante comme la pluie ! avec une actrice moche qui a le charisme d’une vieille moule cabossée. Et toujours habillée, car tout cela reste étonnamment très prude. Et le dindon, le flic insomniaque a plus l’air con qu’autre chose… en définitive. J’ignore comment ça finit et je m’en contrefous, pour tout dire : j’ai assez perdu de temps comme ça avec ce film de merde !… Expand

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katezoeJan 19, 2023

Beyond perfect. Film noire at its best. The cinematography is spectacular. The ending beyond words.