DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS: HONOR AMONG THIEVES | SMOKING CAUSES COUGHING | KILL BOKSOON
Pop Culture Weekly Round-Up 31/03/2023
Hello, everyone I’m back to give you some Pop Culture recommendations for your weekend. In this week’s newsletter, I share my thoughts about the blockbuster DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS: HONOR AMONG THIEVES which I had a blast watching it. I also talk about the Korean film KILL BOKSOON that will be out on Netflix today and it is a very fun action flick. I also have some thoughts about the hilarious SMOKING CAUSES COUGHING. And as always there is a playlist with five songs I enjoyed last week.
QUICK THOUGHTS
KILL BOKSOON is a riveting and well-executed 2023 Korean action thriller that is both written and directed by Sung-hyun Byun. Starring Jeon Do-yeon as the eponymous Boksoon, a career assassin, and single mother, the film provides a thrilling experience with superb performances from its cast, particularly Jeon Do-Yeon, whose portrayal of Boksoon is both skillful and captivating. One of the film's key strengths is its exceptional screenplay. Written by Sung-hyun Byun, the story provides a unique insight into the life and mind of an assassin, while also delivering an engaging and entertaining narrative. The pacing of the film is perfect, keeping the audience fully invested and excited throughout. Moreover, KILL BOKSOON features breathtaking cinematography that highlights the beauty of the Korean landscape and captures the essence of the action sequences, making it a feast for the eyes. Overall, KILL BOKSOON is a well-made action thriller that stands out from other films in the genre. It blends drama, action, and emotion seamlessly, with Jeon Do-yeon's remarkable performance and Sung-hyun Byun's direction of the screenplay making it a must-watch for fans of the action-thriller genre. Despite a few minor imperfections, the film is an enjoyable and thrilling experience that won't disappoint.
SMOKING CAUSES COUGHING is a wildly inventive and hilarious 2023 French anti-superhero comedy film directed and written by Quentin Dupieux. The film follows the antics of the Tobacco Force, a team of five superheroes named after various harmful chemicals. The cast, including Gilles Lellouche, Anaïs Demoustier, Vincent Lacoste, Jean-Pascal Zadi, and Oulaya Amamra, deliver enthusiastic and uniformly excellent performances. Dupieux's trademark is his expert ability to turn extreme violence into comedic gold, and "Smoking Causes Coughing" is no exception. Using inanimate objects to reflect humanity's flaws, the French director expertly exposes our shortcomings in a fun and entertaining way. The film's plot is seamlessly crafted and moves from one segment to the next without ever losing the audience's attention. The result is a film that is both hilarious and absurd. From beginning to end, SMOKING CAUSES COUGHING delivers a fun-filled experience that will leave you laughing out loud. It's impossible to predict what will happen next, but that's part of the film's charm. Dupieux's fresh ideas and unique vision for silly humor make this film a must-watch. Overall, SMOKING CAUSES COUGHING is an excellent comedy film that is sure to brighten your day. The director's ability to transform extreme violence into comedic satire, combined with the excellent cast and well-crafted plot, makes this film a masterpiece of its genre. You won't regret watching this fun and entertaining film.
DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS: HONOR AMONG THIEVES is a delightful and entertaining fantasy adventure that speaks to the classic role-playing game freshly and engagingly. Directed by the talented duo John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein, the film features a cast of skillful actors who vividly bring their characters to life with wit, humor, and charm. The story follows a group of adventurers who embark on a quest to retrieve a valuable artifact but soon find themselves facing dangerous enemies and perilous situations. Despite the challenges they face, the characters maintain their sense of humor and camaraderie, making it an enjoyable journey for the audience. While the film certainly caters to fans of the Dungeons and Dragons game, it also offers a broader appeal that can engage viewers of all ages. Even non-players can appreciate the engaging characters and actions that unfold throughout the dynamic storyline. The special effects are exceptional and the action scenes are skillfully constructed, offering a truly immersive experience. Furthermore, the camaraderie and banter between the characters are enjoyable, with the actors delivering their performances with great timing and chemistry.
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TOP 5 SONGS
These were the 5 songs on heavy rotation in my house last week. You can listen to them on Spotify and YouTube.