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- 2005
- Not Rated
- Palm Pictures
- 1 h 50 m
- 2005
- Not Rated
- Palm Pictures
- 1 h 50 m
Summary Joint Security Area is the "Apocalypse Now" of the Korean War -- a shimmering, hyper-real epic that charts the spiritual fallout of international politics. (Subway Cinema)
Directed By: Park Chan-wook
- 2005
- Not Rated
- Palm Pictures
- 1 h 50 m
- 2005
- Not Rated
- Palm Pictures
- 1 h 50 m
J.S.A.: Joint Security Area
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7.5
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Summary Joint Security Area is the "Apocalypse Now" of the Korean War -- a shimmering, hyper-real epic that charts the spiritual fallout of international politics. (Subway Cinema)
Directed By: Park Chan-wook
Where to Watch
Top Cast
Metascore
Mixed or Average
Based on 7 Critic Reviews
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43% Positive
3 Reviews
3 Reviews
57% Mixed
4 Reviews
4 Reviews
0% Negative
0 Reviews
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Metascore
Mixed or Average
Based on 7 Critic Reviews
58
43% Positive
3 Reviews
3 Reviews
57% Mixed
4 Reviews
4 Reviews
0% Negative
0 Reviews
0 Reviews
Suspenseful and psychologically rich.
This warm, sorrowful film plays like a downbeat variation on an old World War II picture from Hollywood.
User Score
Generally Favorable
Based on 46 User Ratings
7.5
74% Positive
34 Ratings
34 Ratings
24% Mixed
11 Ratings
11 Ratings
2% Negative
1 Rating
1 Rating
User Score
Generally Favorable
Based on 46 User Ratings
7.5
74% Positive
34 Ratings
34 Ratings
24% Mixed
11 Ratings
11 Ratings
2% Negative
1 Rating
1 Rating
Simply a masterpiece of a film. A tremendous story told by Park Chan-wook. I can just encourage everybody to watch this movie and enjoy the hell out of it.
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JSA is both a crowd pleaser and deeply sentimental film. Some people might think that it's an underdeveloped commercial film but considering the storyline and early direction work of Park Chan Wook, its a great effort to make film on such sensitive matter and be neutral after all.
Every interaction of both side soldiers is so intense and convincing that one holds his breath and waits for something to go wrong as it's all in flashback. Over the years many movies have taken inspiration from NSA. Two sequences are worth praise, the first one where three soldier meet at mine field and final one when all four are by chance in one snapshot taken by a tourist. Very strong and active screenplay and very good performances.
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The new English track is predictably clumsy, but the story and images overcome it.
A blockbuster hit in Korea, Park's feature debut is a beguiling mix of the generic and the unfamiliar, and it ends on a shot that's nothing short of heartbreaking.
Scenes of the probe are less successful. They feel contrived, and actress Lee Yeong-ae is not especially effective as Major Jang.
Despite its merits, is neither an art movie nor an out-and-out, propulsive actioner like "Shiri."
Politically, psychologically, and aesthetically schizophrenic.
An utterly fantastic film, with great direction from the director of Oldboy, Park Chan Wook and fantastic performances, most notable Mr Song Kang Ho. A tale of friendship between fellow 'brothers' on opposite sides of the Korean border. Shows a different perspective on the Korean conflict. I highly recommend this film for those getting into Korean cinema. Start with either this, Memories of Murder or The Host (Directed by Bong Joon- Ho) or The Good The Bad The Weird directed by Kim Jee- woon (You might notice all those films star Song Kang- Ho)
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Director Park Chan-Wook's breakthrough film "Joint Security Area" is not only one of his best , but it's also one of the best war films to ever come out of Korea. Supported by great acting performances, very good cinematography, a more than decent soundtrack and a superb ending, the movie deserves to be watched and appreciated.
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JSA is a story about an unlikely friendship between soldiers on opposite sides of the Korean border. The dialog is hokey and the plot is contrived, but JSA might appeal to an audience that romanticizes or is emotionally invested in the conflict between the DPRK and the ROK.
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Production Company
CJ Entertainment,
Intz.com,
KTB Network,
Myung Film Company Ltd.,
CJ E&M Film Financing & Investment Entertainment & Comics,
Myung Films,
Stone Comics Entertainment,
TMS Comics,
TMS Entertainment
Release Date Jun 15, 2005
Duration 1 h 50 m
Rating Not Rated
Website
http://www.cyberjsa.com/
Awards
Grand Bell Awards, South Korea
• 5 Wins & 13 Nominations
Deauville Asian Film Festival
• 3 Wins & 3 Nominations
Blue Dragon Awards
• 2 Wins & 3 Nominations
