Is that so? It's Okapi
Is that so? It's Okapi

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Is that so? It's Okapi

2022
Movie
22 min
Korean

Seung-soo visits Min-ji's funeral home, his younger sister's friend.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users85%
Director: Bradley BellGenres: Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

Dave, a mild-mannered accountant, finds his orderly life turned upside down when he develops an affair with his son's teacher, but his troubles truly begin when the affair is discovered by his son and the teacher's husband, leading to a series of increasingly bizarre and dangerous encounters. The film explores themes of suburban ennui, repressed desires, and the unexpected consequences of seeking excitement.

Critical Reception

Is That So? garnered mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its unique blend of dark comedy and unsettling drama, as well as the performances of its lead actors. Some found the narrative to be occasionally uneven, but the film was largely appreciated for its quirky and unpredictable nature.

What Reviewers Say

  • A darkly comedic and surprisingly effective thriller that keeps audiences guessing.

  • Features strong performances that anchor the film's eccentric narrative.

  • While occasionally meandering, the film offers a uniquely unsettling and thought-provoking experience.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's offbeat humor and suspenseful plot, with many praising its original storytelling and memorable characters. Some viewers found certain plot developments to be a bit too strange, but the overall sentiment was positive.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Feature Film at the 2022 Austin Film Festival.

Fun Fact

Director Bradley Bell initially conceived the film as a short before expanding it into a feature-length narrative.

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