Snowpiercer
Snowpiercer

Snowpiercer

2013Movie127 minKorean

In a future where a failed global-warming experiment kills off most life on the planet, a class system evolves aboard the Snowpiercer; a train that travels around the globe via a perpetual-motion engine.

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IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes94%
Metacritic84/100
Google Users87%
Director: Bong Joon-hoGenres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a future where a failed global-warming experiment has killed all life on Earth except for the passengers of the Snowpiercer, a train that perpetually circles the globe, a class struggle erupts. The remaining humans are divided by where they live on the train: the poor in the squalid tail section, and the elite in the luxurious front cars. Curtis, a hardened survivor, leads a rebellion to reach the engine of the train, aiming to take control and bring about a new order.

Critical Reception

Snowpiercer received widespread critical acclaim for its inventive premise, striking visuals, intense action, and Bong Joon-ho's masterful direction. Critics praised its blend of genre elements and its biting social commentary on class inequality and environmental disaster. Audience reception was also highly positive, appreciating its unique and thought-provoking narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • A visually stunning and thought-provoking sci-fi action film.
  • Praised for its unique concept and Bong Joon-ho's directorial vision.
  • The film's social commentary on class struggle is both potent and relevant.

Google audience: Google users lauded Snowpiercer for its unique and imaginative concept, thrilling action sequences, and strong performances. Many appreciated the film's underlying social commentary and its compelling narrative, finding it to be a highly engaging and memorable cinematic experience.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Film and Best Director at the Blue Dragon Film Awards. Won Best Film at the Sitges Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The train featured in the film is 500 meters long (about 1640 feet) and was constructed as a practical set.

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r96sk

r96sk

<em>'Snowpiercer'</em> kept my interest all the way through, though it didn't ever quite get to the stage of me absolutely loving it. I don't really hold any negatives, it's more so that I didn't overly like any particularly element - it's ...
CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

I was really quite disappointed in this. It’s set aboard a non-stop train that travels the world once a year and that is compartmentalised into sections that equate to classes on an ocean liner. It’s the arrival of “Gilliam” (John Hurt) tha...
Manuel São Bento

Manuel São Bento

If you enjoy reading my Spoiler-Free reviews, please follow my blog @ https://www.msbreviews.com Snowpiercer is getting a TV adaptation soon, so now it's the best moment to rewatch one of the best movies in 2014. At the time, Bong Joon-...
Gimly

Gimly

Original IP Post-Apocalyptia as well as the 21st century can possibly dish it out. _Final rating:★★★★ - Very strong appeal. A personal favourite._