Review of Oldboy (2003) by Yuriati T — 14 Mar 2012

Excellent cinematography, amazing casts, disturbing plot, yet tragically beautiful in its own twisted way.

This review of Oldboy (2003) was written by Yuriati T on 14 Mar 2012.

Oldboy has generally received very positive reviews.

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