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- 2017
- 1 hr 22 min
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6.9 (1,152)
Method is a South Korean action-thriller film released in 2017, directed by Pang Eun-jin, starring Park Sung-woong, Seung-ah Yoon, and Seung-Hoon Oh. It follows the story of an actor who gets involved in a dangerous game that involves the world of entertainment and the underworld of crime. The plot revolves around Gong Yoo-wan, an actor who is desperate for an acting role after a long hiatus from the industry. Yoo-wan's agent convinces him to take on a new project, a psychological thriller that involves method acting, in which actors immerse themselves in their roles to achieve a more realistic performance. The method acting technique requires him to spend time with Lee Joon-ho, a violent criminal who has committed horrific crimes. As Yoo-wan starts spending more time with Joon-ho, he becomes more and more entangled in the dangerous game Joon-ho is playing.
As Yoo-wan delves deeper into his role and Joon-ho's world of crime, he discovers that Joon-ho's crimes go beyond what he was told. Yoo-wan becomes increasingly disturbed by what he learns about Joon-ho's past and current actions. The line between Yoo-wan's acting and his reality begins to blur, leading to a thrilling and unpredictable climax that will leave audiences on the edge of their seats.
The film explores the themes of the dark side of the entertainment industry, the blurred lines between reality and acting, and the power of manipulation. The director effectively uses a tense and suspenseful atmosphere to create a movie that keeps audiences engaged throughout.
Park Sung-woong delivers an excellent performance as Gong Yoo-wan, skillfully portraying the character's descent into madness as he struggles to differentiate between his role and reality. Seung-ah Yoon also gives a strong performance as Yoo-wan's girlfriend and a fellow actress who is concerned about him.
The film's action scenes are fast-paced and thrilling, but they do not detract from the overall psychological suspense of the movie. The cinematography is impressive, with atmospheric and moody lighting that enhances the tension and unease throughout the film.
Overall, Method is a well-crafted, suspenseful thriller that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats. The film's exploration of the dangers of method acting and the seedy underbelly of the entertainment industry make for an intriguing and thought-provoking experience. Recommended for fans of crime, thriller, and action movies.
Method is a 2017 drama with a runtime of 1 hour and 22 minutes. It has received mostly positive reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.9.