South Korean sci-fi films provide a distinct perspective and frequently urge viewers to consider the society around them.

The captivating art of narrative stretching the bounds of conventional filmmaking elevates the experience of watching a science fiction film. Korean filmmakers elevate sci-fi films to an altogether new level, leaving you wanting more.

Here are some acclaimed South Korean sci-fi films that you need to add to your watchlist:

🎥: Doomsday Book (2012)

Directed by: Kim jee-Woon, Yim Pil-sung
Starring: Ryoo Seung-bum, Kim Kang-woo, Song Sae-byeok

“It tells three unique stories of human self-destruction in the modern high-tech era, while displaying an alternative form of genuine humanity and compassion.”

🎥: SORI: Voice from the Heart (2016)

Directed by: Lee Ho-Jae
Starring: Lee Sung-Min, Chae Soo-Bin, Lee Ha-Nee, Kim Won-Hae

“A father searching for his missing daughter finds a satellite that remembers sounds from across the world. Using his daughter's voice as a beacon, the satellite helps him track her down.”

🎥: Young Gun in the Time (2012)

Directed by: Young-doo Oh
Starring: Young-geun Hong, Song-hyeon Choi, Eun-Jung Ha

“Yung Gun is a detective, and one day, a beautiful woman comes to ask for a murder but Yung Gun kindly refuses. However, the lady gets killed in a car accident but soon returns through the time machine. Yung Gun becomes curious.”


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