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I'm A Cyborg [2006] | ![I'm A Cyborg [2006]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51LXqfukl1L._SL160_.jpg)
 enlarge | Director: Park Chan-wook
Actor: Ji-hun Jeong
Studio: Tartan Video
Category: DVD
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Rating:  6 reviews
Format: Pal
Language: Korean (Unknown)
Rating: Suitable for 15 years and over
Region: 2
Number Of Discs: 1
Running Time: 105 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6
EAN: 5023965382726
ASIN: B0014E917O
Theatrical Release Date: 2006
Release Date: May 26, 2008
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 A Real Surprise... March 25, 2008
Kate Douthwaite (England)
7 out of 8 found this review helpful
As a huge fan of both Park and Rain, I was very eager to see this film. If you are expecting a Park film along similar lines as the vengeance trilogy, then this is not the film for you. However, for the more open-minded, this is quite possibly one of the most romantic movies ever filmed.
Without spoiling the plot, it's hard to write an accurate overview of this film, however it is fair to say that it has two distinct halves. The first half of the film is quite comedic, and in contrast the second half is beautifully touching.
This film has received a fair bit of criticism for two straightforward reasons. Firstly, a lot of people who saw this film were familiar with Park's other movies and it is NOTHING like those films. I guess they were disappointed by that. Secondly, a lot of people didn't "get" the ending. I think the ending was fabulous, and if you have paid enough attention throughout the rest of the film, then I see no confusion. This isn't a Hollywood movie - not eveything is spelt out in black and white, and the ending requires you to think. If you can cope with that, then you'll be rewarded with a real sense of romanticism.
Surreal as the first half is, stick with it. And discover the use of a "rice megatron". I think that concept may be unique to this film!!!
 A mess of a movie June 1, 2008
Ian Stewart
1 out of 3 found this review helpful
Totally agree with:
Chris Tilly, IGN UK
Park Chan-wook is one of the most original, innovative and visionary directors at work today but Cyborg is just a confusing mess of a movie that lacks the marvellously sharp structure and cohesion of his previous efforts and that really isn't good enough for a filmmaker of Chan-wook's quality.
Rice and wires... June 12, 2008
N. Goldberger (Edinburgh, UK)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
As a big fan of Park Chan-Wook's previous works, in particular 'Old Boy', I had a feeling this would be great, but it was great on a completely different level.
It is a most wonderful film to get lost in; at the risk of labelling this a 'quirky romantic comedy' it is an eclectic mix of fantasy, existentialism, love and relating to another person. This reminded me a little of 'You, Me And Everyone We Know' (Miranda July). You have to be open-minded here and really engage with the characters, perhaps humour them, for a fruitful experience. It's a subtle reminder of the hardships of life and finding your way, with a little nudge. A beautiful film.
 Could have been so much better June 22, 2008
Julie Cutler (Sheffield)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
The Vengeance Trilogy films all portrayed individuals on the verge of madness with an impressive driving plot with devious twists. This film tells the story of a small mousy girl who is already mad. Rather like "Amelie", there is no strong plot, just a desire to tell small anecdotes and use some nifty experimental special effects. I wasn't drawn to the heroine and the occasional times where she fantasized about her fingers and mouth turning into an automatic weapon so she could gun down the staff and patients. The masked patient Park Il-sun who falls for her charms is a little better thought out. Ultimately I found it a disappointment. The yodelling totally baffled me!
My passion for Korean movies is based on the confidence in their delivery, and the fact that they are fully approachable by a bemused western audience. Yet they hold on to their Korean soul with little touches of un-Americanised culture. This was just a pale reflection of One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest. I was very glad that this was finally dispatched to me by my DVD rental company as I would have not been happy paying out full whack for it in desperation to see the lastest Park film.
Wonderland July 24, 2008
Markus Gossas (Stockholm, Sweden)
This is Park's best movie imo. The action takes place in a mental hospital. The protagonist is a young girl who thinks she is a cyborg, and a patient who tries to "cure" her by using his and her imaginative powers. Like Lady Vengeance the film is visually stunning, and the use of CGI is wonderful. Also, this film is more on the comedy side than his earlier, even if the reality behind the games, dreams and illusions can seem disturbing and harsh as it touches upon themes like neuroses, anorexia and alienation. But above all it is a film about the power of imagination. Also the transfer on the Tartan DVD is really good. Strongly recommended!
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