'Concrete Utopia' opens on August 9th
'Concrete Utopia' depicts a disaster drama depicting the story of survivors gathering at the only remaining imperial palace apartment in Seoul, which was devastated by a major earthquake. This work has been evaluated as a well-made masterpiece in many ways.
The existing disasters were differentiated through the spatial setting of an apartment. The characteristics that the setting of 'apartment' brings to Koreans are also the core theme of this film. It is a point to watch what kind of message this film will give the apartment, which is both a residence and an asset, where inclusion and exclusion coexist.
In particular, the production, which depicts Seoul and its survivors after the disaster, such as large-scale sets equivalent to real apartment construction and high-quality CG, is expected to deliver unstoppable fun.
Here, Park Seo-joon is evaluated for charmingly portraying the emotional line that changes between the will to protect the family and maintaining humanity. Park Bo-young also showed a new atmosphere by breaking away from the existing typical image and acting.
In addition, the hot performance of actors such as Kim Seon-yeong, Park Ji-hoo, and Kim Do-yoon, who brought vitality to the characters with their own colors, is a key viewing point of 'Concrete Utopia'.
While being invited to overseas film festivals and being recognized for its quality, the critics responded that it did not miss its popularity. Following the charmingly drawn characters, it arouses curiosity about the next scene, and the humor code that is actually scattered throughout the movie has a high batting average.
In particular, director Eom Tae-hwa showed confidence, saying, "I fixed it again and again in order not to lose popularity.
Opened on the 9th.
Jiye Choi, staff reporter at TenAsia wisdomart@tenasia.co.kr