Review of The Lovers and the Despot (2016) by Justin Chang for Variety — 04 Aug 2016
While a more thorough archival survey of Choi and Shin’s work together (pre- and post-abduction) would have allowed for a deeper perspective, this real-life romantic thriller/escape saga still boasts enough fascinating details and angles to qualify as essential stranger-than-fiction viewing.
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This review of The Lovers and the Despot (2016) was written by Justin Chang and published by Variety on 04 Aug 2016.
The Lovers and the Despot has generally received positive reviews.
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