Wild Animals
dir. Kim Ki-duk · 1997
Life often leads us into conflict with others and ourselves, revealing the complexities of loyalty and survival.
Feature
Moral Ambiguity
Mood
Dark
Look
gritty urban landscapes contrasted with moments of surreal humor
Structure
episodic with intertwining character arcs
Plot
Two Korean ex-pats in Paris are recruited by a French mobster. The duo find themselves at war with their mobster recruiters and each other.
Why watch
"Wild Animals" offers a darkly comedic exploration of friendship and betrayal amid the absurdities of organized crime in Paris. With its rich cultural commentary and an offbeat narrative style, this film is a captivating and thought-provoking experience for those intrigued by the complexities of identity and morality.
Cultural context
experiences of Korean emigrationthe complexities of identity in a foreign landthe underground Parisian crime scene