Far Eastern cinema has made a huge breakthrough in recent years and has become an art form that attracts worldwide attention. The rich culture and unique aesthetics of East Asia were reflected to the world with these films. In this content, we have brought together the best far east movies of recent years for you.
The best far east movies!
13 Assassins (13 Assassins)
13 Assassins is a Japanese samurai film directed by Takashi Miike. In 1844, the events that took place in feudal Japan of the period are told. The story revolves around a group of samurai who resisted the atrocities committed during the reign of Matsudaira Naritsugu, a sadistic and ruthless Daimyo.
Doubt (Burning)
Based on a short story called Barn Burning, Burning tells the story of the main character, Jong-su. Jong-su is a young man who lives on a farm and dreams of becoming a writer, who also works as a part-time courier. However, Jung-su, who disappeared one day after meeting an old neighbor, goes into hiding. Burning is among the best far eastern films with an Asian signature.
Ash is Purest White
Written and directed by Jia Zhangke, Ash Is the Pure White tells the epic love story of China’s underworld from 2001 to 2017. The story of the movie begins in 2001 in Datong, in the Mountainous West region of China.
Cold Fish
Adapted from a true story, Cold Fish deals with themes of psychological thriller, crime and deviance. The movie revolves around an ordinary man named Shamoto, who lives in Tokyo and owns an aquarium shop. Shamoto tries to deal with his daughter’s behavior problems. One day, he catches his daughter stealing. Shamoto tries to get him out of this situation.
Oldboy (Oldboy)
Directed by Park Chan-wook and based on the manga series of the same name, Oldboy revolves around a man named Oh Dae-su. Dae-su is a middle-aged man living an ordinary life. But one day, while he was drunk in a bar, he is abducted and mysteriously imprisoned for 15 years. Released after being imprisoned during this time, Dae-su decides to take revenge to find out why she was imprisoned and by whom.
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