Top 3 Korean Movies You Will Absolutely Love Which Will Get You Hooked
Movie enthusiasts, are you confused about which K-movie to choose from your recommended list suggested by your friends or the reels you have watched on Instagram? There is so much more to Korean entertainment than K-pop music and K-dramas. K-movies also provide some of the best horror movies, tear-jerkers, feel-good movies and many more.
The K-movies keep churning out hits every year with gripping storylines and cinematography of all genres. With the myriad of selected recommended choices from your bucket list, we have the top picks to start your binge-watch of the endless stream of Korean movies.
Long story short, you have a plethora of K-movies to watch and obsess over. No matter what you’re into, there’s always a K-movie for you. Whether to spend a day with your loved one to binge-watch or to take a break from your monotonous life. Jump start your journey with some soul-stirring romances as we have the top picks to keep you hooked. Without further adieu, let’s break it down! Here is a list of top 3 Korean movies you will absolutely love.
Empire of Lust
Are you a lover of historical dramas? Then this one is for you. ‘Empire of Lust‘ is a Joseon Empire historical action movie anchored in blood baths. The movie narrates the conflict over who becomes the heir to the Joseon throne.
With complex and multilayered plots, intertwined with the sad love stories of war, greed, jealousy, betrayal, vengeance and explicit lust. The reign of the chaos of the ambitious prince who wants the throne and a corrupt son-in-law of the king, the movie is a two-faced lust that fueled the rise of a 500-year dynasty.
Bravo to Shin Ha-kyung, Kang Hanah, Kang Ha-neul, and Jung Hyuk for their stellar performances of raw emotions. The top-notch direction of Ahn Sang-hoon, the director of the crime thriller ‘Blind’ unravels the backdrop of civil unrest and political turmoil.
To lay it on the line, the movie is not a deal breaker, but a love and revenge story with a gripping end.
The Last Princess
The impeccable stellar performance of Son Ye-jin leaves tears of joy and sorrow, altogether. The beautiful historical film ‘The Last Princess‘ narrates the story of a young princess of Korea who was taken hostage by Japan at 13 years old under the Japanese colonial rule.
Based on a true story, the movie portrays the buried history at the time of great despair of the princess who lost her country. The movie is heartbreaking and emotional and keeps you engaged and entertained which might make you cry a river. Starring Hae il Park, Kim So-hyun, Ra Mi-ran, Kim Jae-wook and Jung Sang hoo, the movie won several awards at prestigious award fests. This movie will send shivers down your spine with amazing acting and cinematography. A highly recommended must-watch that keeps you hooked on the edge of your seat. Why wait, stream now on Netflix!
Christmas in August
Is Dr. Romantic one of your favourite K-dramas? ‘Christmas in August’ is a sweet embrace of a beautiful love story. An alluring journey of a young bachelor who runs a studio in Seoul and meets a young parking agent. They develop a connection with each other but tragedy befalls them.
The movie comes with the moral message of cherishing every moment of life. It may be about death but it is a disguise of life. No intimate scenes, no romance, no action, only a subtle journey of life from birth to an unexpected death. The movie is a tearful romance of an unfinished yet simple love story.
