Cine NINJA Indica: 8 Korean films to watch this weekend

South Korean cinema is a success story in the country and around the world

Scene from the award-winning “Parasite”. Photo: Disclosure

Another Friday has arrived, and with it, another edition of Cine NINJA Indica. And this week, we decided to celebrate South Korean cinema, which is increasingly gaining prominence and recognition around the world.

Among the highlights is the highly acclaimed “Parasite”, by Bong Joon-Ho, winner of the Oscar for Best Film in 2020. A film that became a true phenomenon!

Check out the complete list below:

“The Taxi Driver” (2017)

Director: Hun Jang
Where to watch: Prime Video

A taxi driver from Seoul is hired by a foreign journalist to take him to the city of Gwangju. Upon arriving there, they come across the place taken over by the military government and the citizens, led by a group of students, demanding freedom. What begins as a simple taxi ride becomes a fight for survival amid the Gwangju Uprising in May 1980.

“Decision to Leave” (2022)

Directed by: Park Chan-wook
Where to watch: YouTube, Google Play Movies, Apple TV, Prime Video (rental)

An effective and meticulous detective investigates a possible murder in a remote location deep in the mountains. Instead, he begins to develop a romantic relationship with the victim’s widow, whom he considers the main suspect.

“Broker – A new chance” (2022)

Director: Hirokazu Kore-Eda
Where to watch: Google Play Movies, Apple TV, Prime Video (rental)

Two men make a living finding new parents for abandoned babies. They meet a young woman who left her son behind, but now she wants him back. Meanwhile, two investigators are on the trail of baby traffickers.

“The Lament” (2016)

Director: Na Hong-jin
Where to watch: Prime Video

The arrival of a mysterious stranger in a quiet village coincides with a wave of cruel murders, causing panic and distrust among the residents. While investigating the suspect, the police officer realizes that his daughter may have been the victim of the attack.

“The Maid” (2016)

Directed by: Park Chan-wook
Where to watch: Telecine

Sook-hee is hired as a maid to a Japanese heiress, Hideko. But in fact, she hides a secret: she came to ruin the heiress’s life. However, her plan seems to fail as they discover some unexpected emotions.

“Catching Fire” (2018)

Directed by: Lee Chang-Dong
Where to watch: Prime Video

During a normal day of work as a delivery man, Jong-soo meets Hae-mi, an old friend who lived in the same neighborhood as him. The young woman has a trip abroad planned and asks Jong-soo to take care of her pet cat while she is away. Hae-mi returns home in the company of Ben, a mysterious young man she met in Africa. However, the stranger has a peculiar hobby, which is about to be revealed to his friends.

“#Alive” (2020)

Director: Il Cho
Where to watch: Netflix

A terrible virus destroys the city, and a man locks himself in his apartment to survive. Disconnected from the world, he desperately tries to find a way out.

“Parasite” (2019)

Directed by: Bong Joon-Ho
Where to watch: Max

Ki-taek’s entire family is unemployed, living in a cramped, dirty basement. By chance, he starts teaching English to a girl from a rich family. Fascinated by the luxurious lives of these people, father, mother and children come up with a plan to infiltrate the wealthy family, one by one. However, the secrets and lies necessary for social mobility take their toll.