Oldboy (2003)
Oldboy (2003) is a South Korean neo-noir action thriller directed by Park Chan-wook. The film follows Oh Dae-su, who is inexplicably imprisoned in a private cell for 15 years. Upon his sudden release, he embarks on a quest for vengeance, uncovering dark secrets about his captor and his own past. With its gripping narrative, intense action sequences, and a shocking twist, Oldboy explores themes of revenge, fate, and redemption. The movie’s psychological depth and cinematic style have made it a cult classic in world cinema. It’s widely regarded as one of the best films of the 2000s.
