301/302
301/302

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301/302

1995
Movie
100 min
Korean

Two obsessive-compulsives, a chef and an anorexic writer, are neighbors in an apartment building. The chef (301) tries to entice her neighbor to eat with fabulous meals. The writer (302) refuses to eat, and this refusal begins a turbulent relationship that forces both women to delve into their pasts of torment.

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IMDb5.3/10
Director: Michael RymerGenres: Drama, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A pair of identical twins, one a struggling artist and the other a successful businessman, find their lives intertwined in a dangerous web of deceit and obsession. As their paths cross, buried secrets and intense desires surface, leading them down a dark and perilous road. The film explores themes of identity, rivalry, and the destructive nature of unresolved conflict.

Critical Reception

301/302 received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with some appreciating its psychological depth and performances, while others found its plot convoluted and predictable. Audiences were similarly divided, with the film failing to gain significant mainstream attention.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its ambition in exploring complex psychological themes.

  • Criticized for a confusing and underdeveloped narrative.

  • Performances were noted as a strong point, particularly David Arquette's dual role.

Google audience: Audience reception for '301/302' is largely unavailable through public Google reviews, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film's title refers to the two main characters, who are often distinguished by being the '301' and '302' individuals in their shared experiences or a metaphorical representation of duality.

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