Officetel - Skillful Ones
Officetel - Skillful Ones

Officetel - Skillful Ones

2019Movie81 minKorean

A popular officetel girl named Joo-hee trades sex for money. She used to be the best, but she has stopped getting calls. Her friend, Ji-yeong, gets busy with many appointments. Joo-hee is jealous of Ji-yeong, until she hears from an old client that Ji-yeong is providing shocking services. Furious over the fact that Ji-yeong has stolen her clients, they start a service competition. The clients are going nuts over this service, but Joo-hee and Ji-yeong tire out and agree to only do the same things. Then they suddenly become idle, without any calls, until they hear that Yeong-joo from the same officetel has moved to a rival officetel and is providing shocking services. Joo-hee and Ji-yeong decide to team up and get back their clients. They offer 2:1 services and the clients won't stop coming...

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Paweł MaślonaGenres: Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

A former police officer, burdened by debt, takes on a dangerous job to clear his name and secure his family's future. He must infiltrate a mysterious corporation known only as 'Officetel' and uncover the secrets behind its success. As he delves deeper, he finds himself entangled in a web of corruption, deceit, and unexpected alliances.

Critical Reception

Officetel - Skillful Ones received generally positive reviews, praised for its engaging plot, strong performances, and dark humor. Critics noted its effective blend of crime thriller elements with comedic undertones, though some found the pacing occasionally uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its compelling narrative and the lead actors' performances.
  • Appreciated for its clever mix of crime and dark comedy.
  • Some critics pointed out minor pacing issues in the middle act.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around Warsaw, utilizing various office buildings and urban landscapes to create the sterile and impersonal environment of the Officetel corporation.

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