In truth, the country’s cinema has been creative and interesting for decades.
They spin up the gamut from satire to rom-coms, heartfelt comedy-dramas to laugh-out-laud social commentary.
With this in mind, here are ten of the best South Korean comedy movies, ranked.
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The bizarre accident results in the two swapping bodies.
The third act is a little rushed, but the stars' charisma makes up for a lot.
However, his life turns upside down when the winning ticket accidentally drifts across the border into North Korea.
A North Korean soldier, Yong-ho (Lee Yi-kyung), finds it and stakes his claim.
This becomes the catalyst for an unlikely cross-border friendship.
While6/45falls a little short of its potential, it’s still commendable for finding thecomedy in serious matters.
She is sent to live as a devoted wife and mother for one month.
This all culminates in a surprisingly poignant third act.
As he adapts to his new environment, he rediscovers the joys of simplicity and survival.
Castaway on the Moonis a fairly dramatic comedy that touches on many pertinent social issues in South Korea.
Initially treating her as a burden, the collectors gradually form a familial bond with the spirited girl.
When her mother is deported, they become her unlikely guardians.
This premise might sound pretty dodgy, butPawnactually becomes a moving story about the meaning of family.
The conclusion might stumble a little, but, overall,Pawnis solid.
Plus, much of the comedy stems from his attempts to balance his public image with his newfound responsibilities.
It all builds up to a lively musical finale.
This Superman doesnt have superpowers but insists on helping people in his own unique, sometimes comical ways.
The movie mixes inelements of magical realism, alternating between goofy and poignant.
Some of the third-act scenes get surprisingly emotional, too, with Hwang doing most of the heavy lifting.
Miss Grannycombines comedy with a touching exploration of aging, family, and second chances.
LikeA Man Who Was Superman, it starts out silly but gets somber and deep.
It has since been thebasis for several international remakes, with an American one currently in development.
His strict adherence to rules and procedures leads to chaos, with the police struggling to contain the situation.
The resulting heist movie is a satire of law enforcement and conformity.
He’s just as meticulous at robbing banks as he is at directing traffic.
Here, he’s believable as a gifted athlete whose promising future is abruptly shattered by a life-changing disability.
Doh’s efforts earned him a number of awards in his home country, including Best New Actor.
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