Ryan Wild
18Jun11
That's a spoiler and you clearly know nothing about Korean culture...
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willythesalesman
6Jan12
it somehow makes perfect sense out of an absolutely crazy situation. great movie
Mouad Lemoudden
5Jul11
boosting a story about psycho-sexuality, morality and domestic ties, it quietly starts as a realistic look on a 1960 Korean family, then switches into an intense thriller, reaching its summit in a completely melodramatic fashion. the film ends with a killer final scene.
Karina Rosenstein
9Jun11
I think there's also much to be said about south Korean culture, the family let a crazed woman control their lives and only seriously thought of involving the police once their son was murdered. How bad can humiliation be that it's worth risking the safety and mental health of ones family?
Danielkyoto
24May11
There really was a golden era of films and this is a great example. The tension fits the 60's style of psychodrama with a touch of Camus. The photography is fine and is cinema that moves with the story.
Guillaume le Bâtard
20May11
This movie is both sick and amazing at the same time, oh my gosh but it a must see, I think its part every middle aged twisted dudes fantasy turned nightmare..kinda like a fatal attraction set in korea in 1960, REELY GUUD!!
Kyle Lewis
18May11
Way too melo-dramatic for me. The cinematography was nice and the ending is hilarious but overall could not get into it.
Nadin
17May11
I really like the film, though I have to admit I was a bit surprised to see how much the story was changed in the remake, which was a beautifully shot film, though an 'act of god' by the director. Although the original wasn't very striking as for its visuals, I'm a lot more impressed by it. The simplicity reveals more the horror than the remake ever could.
Michael Giotis
17May11
Wild stuff. Great flick, but he ending has me wondering, wat up wit dat? Also, there seemed be a logical out near the end which the filmmaker forced a bit to fulfill the tragedy. Still, certainly within the realm of willful suspension of disbelief. Love the various uses of the piano.
chad bentley
20Apr11
Very gripping story. I can't really add much to the previous comments but I loved the use of the piano throughout the film. In a way it brings everyone together and slowly pulls them apart. Sort of like the Jaws theme the maid creeps her way into scenes with her banging away at the keys. When you hear the piano get ready for the crazy lady to strike again. And don't let her pick up the damn baby!!!
Peter Tran
18Apr11
This is the most bleakest movie I've seen in a long time. I was rather impressed by the nutty maid. Brilliant movie.
Wick
20Mar11
Good movie: it made me feel uncomfortable more than a lot of modern so called horrors. Now I want to watch the 2010 remake!
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Kalytron
4Mar11
I could say a lot of things about this film. But I'll stick with this only : I'm not sure if it was appropriate of me to laugh at the very end while he addresses the audience.. But I did. There's another review on this stating that the subtitles are bland, but I believe if you've seen enough Asian Cinema, you can recognize the tone. A lovely movie, all around.
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Anthonyontheweb
23Feb11
Never heard about that movie before, well it's a pleasant surprise. That diabolical maid is making every scene real, true. I agree with you guys about that weird last scene, just like nothing happened. I just think the movie's end is on the stairs... ... ...
danhofstra
5Feb11
wonderful, thrilling slice of suspense...the ending is a little bizarre (to put it mildly), but the rest of the film was just amazing. So happy to see this (and for free!)
msmichel
4Feb11
Just watched "The Housemaid" here and am suitably impressed. Have read about the film over the years but never had opportunity to see it before. A fascinating and enthralling melodrama marred by a silly coda. Tag on ending felt almost like a "hollywood style studio ending" to alleviate the drama of what we witnessed. Apart from that an excellent picture well worth discovering.
paul anderson
5Jan11
A beautiful, haunting film. The ending caught me completely off guard. Had never heard of Kim Ki-Young or this film before, but I am again reminded of the many treasures to be found if you just look around a bit. I will not soon forget this.
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Stu Witmer
4Dec10
The very definition of claustrophobia! The sets and lighting are truly amazing. As is the acting by Lee Eun Shim in the title role and Ahn Sung Ki as the brat. One question though: Does that stairs trick really work? And the ending….I LOVED the ending!!!
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poikkeus
3Dec10
I've seen the film three times: once in a theater (to an enthusiastic audience), again vis streaming video (here), and on DVD. I believe it's a rather brilliant thriller with a strong Confucian influence, and the ending is breathtaking. Add the creepy set direction, dark script, and adept performances, and you end up with a classic I can (and have) see repeatedly. This streaming version is top-notch.
Chris Jones
28Nov10
An excellent thriller for the first 70 minutes or so which unfortunately turns into a pile of complete fucking nonsense during the last 40 minutes. Never have I seen a film fly off the rails with such gusto. Relatable, human characters turn into laughable sub-Agatha Christie tropes at the blink of an eye and the last minute or so can only be described as trolling. An extra star ONLY because the first chunk is great.
Emery Snyder
19Nov10
Wish I could give this one more than 5 stars. It makes me wonder what American femme fatale would have been like with out the Hayes code... I really loved this one. Everyone should check it out.
