Things Like Dogs
Things Like Dogs

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Things Like Dogs

2020
Movie
99 min
Korean

Choi Jong-goo used to be a popular troubleshooter. He is now a bully who lives in a market where merchants turn their backs on him. Jong-goo lives on alcohol and is very violent. His daughter uses bad language and violence against people around her. There are sexual violence cases involving minors around him and his daughter is also involved in the case. Jong-goo is accused of a crime. They're looking for a criminal who sexually assaulted his daughter. At this time, Soo-jin, a woman who lives in pain appears. The veiled Soo-jin is always an angel who does good things and protects children. And she feels unbearable anger towards those who do evil around her. How will Jong-goo and Soo-jin will solve this series of events?

Insights

IMDb4.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes15%
Metacritic32/100
Google Users42%
Director: Dustin DiamondGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

This comedic drama follows a group of eccentric friends as they navigate the complexities of life, love, and existential angst. Set against the backdrop of a quirky small town, the film explores their individual struggles and the unique bonds that tie them together. Through a series of bizarre and often hilarious encounters, they grapple with their own shortcomings and search for meaning in a chaotic world.

Critical Reception

Critical reception for 'Things Like Dogs' was largely negative, with many critics citing its convoluted plot and uneven tone. While some appreciated its attempts at quirky humor and unconventional storytelling, the majority found it to be a poorly executed and often nonsensical film. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some enjoying its cult-like appeal and others finding it to be a bewildering experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a lack of clear direction and an abundance of bizarre, underdeveloped subplots.

  • Performances are often wooden, and the humor frequently falls flat.

  • Despite its ambitious premise, 'Things Like Dogs' ultimately fails to deliver a coherent or satisfying narrative.

Google audience: Google users expressed disappointment with the film's confusing storyline and lack of engaging characters. Many felt that the humor was forced and the overall message was lost in the chaotic narrative, leading to a frustrating viewing experience for most.

Fun Fact

Despite being credited as director, Dustin Diamond also stars in and wrote the film, marking his directorial debut and a significant departure from his previous acting roles.

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