Fools
Fools

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Fools

2001
Movie
28 min
Russian

When autumn came, and the rains became more frequent, two friends, Sasha and Yura, had their dreams fulfilled in one day. Not exactly the way they wanted it, but, nevertheless, they were fulfilled. One wanted to get married and got married, the second dreamed of leaving and left — disappeared and never came back.

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IMDb6.7/10
Director: Sun-hyun KimGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

This South Korean dark comedy follows two ambitious con artists, Jae-seok and Dong-chul, who hatch a plan to defraud a wealthy businessman. However, their scheme quickly unravels, leading to a series of increasingly absurd and dangerous situations. As they try to escape the consequences of their actions, they find themselves entangled in a web of deceit, betrayal, and unexpected violence. The film explores themes of greed, friendship, and the unpredictable nature of fate.

Critical Reception

Fools was met with a mixed to positive reception from critics, who often lauded its dark humor and energetic direction. While some found the plot convoluted, many praised its unique blend of comedy and drama, and the strong performances from its lead actors. Audience reactions were generally favorable, appreciating its unconventional storytelling and gritty realism.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its dark, satirical humor and distinctive directorial style.

  • Appreciated for its strong performances, particularly from the main cast.

  • Some critics found the narrative structure to be a bit disjointed.

Google audience: Audience reception for Fools is not readily available through aggregated Google user reviews.

Fun Fact

The film's title, 'Fools,' ironically reflects the characters' often foolish decisions and the audience's potential perception of their predicaments.

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