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Harodongseon
On March 7, 1997, after losing the election, former lawmakers who were engaged in hiking and fishing opened a restaurant called Harodongseon. Rumors spread that the restaurant was opened by politicians, and it is crowded with customers every day, but they realize that the business is not very easy. This is because various people, including a suspicious-looking monk, a man who looks like a spy, a big autistic child who resembles Ureme, and fussy Gangnam nouveau riche have begun to cross the threshold of the restaurant.
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Plot Summary
A man becomes obsessed with a mysterious woman he meets in a dilapidated apartment building, uncovering dark secrets and facing escalating horror. As he delves deeper, the lines between reality and nightmare blur, leading him to confront the building's sinister past and his own sanity.
Critical Reception
Harodongseon received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who often praised its atmospheric tension and unsettling scares. However, some critics found the plot to be convoluted and the pacing uneven, while audience reception was generally favorable, drawn to its suspenseful narrative and unique horror elements.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its effective use of atmosphere and jump scares.
Criticized by some for a convoluted plot that detracts from the horror.
Appreciated for its mysterious premise and unsettling imagery.
Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight the film's ability to create a creepy and suspenseful atmosphere, with many finding the horror elements effective. Some viewers expressed confusion regarding the plot's complexity, but overall sentiment leaned towards satisfaction with the scares and mystery.
Fun Fact
The film's director, Jeong Beom-sik, is known for his work in the horror genre, including the acclaimed film 'Gonjiam: Haunted Asylum'.
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