Review of Failan (2001) by Private U — 03 Jun 2008

The saddest korean movie ever, and they're known for making you bawl.

This review of Failan (2001) was written by Private U on 03 Jun 2008.

Failan has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Charles T (241) on 03 Jun 2007

Very ambitious premise for a writer and the director. Touching film with a good young actress. I think the film's ultimate downfall is it's length…

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By Fabrice C (9) on 22 Nov 2007

In my love of Korean Cinema, I found Failan, and I just loved this movie. Only Korean can give us such stories…

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By Mark W (2,041) on 26 Sep 2007

Man, Choi Min-Sik is amazing! Maggie Cheung is also fantastic. Incredibly sad movie with an unforgettable ending…

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By Dan L (903) on 29 Oct 2007

The hardest I have ever cried (at a movie)…

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By David P (1,645) on 29 May 2007

Personal favorite. I can go on and on about how great this film is…

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By Tony H (377) on 05 Jul 2007

I remember seeing this in a very small screen (screen 3 at the Cornerhouse for those in Manchester) and it was a emotional experience shared…

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By Jon B (711) on 10 Jun 2007

The letter? That's pretty much the breaking point for nonstop tears in the final 40 or so minutes of the movie…

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