In Real Movies, Everybody Dies

If you favor the darker side of things you are in the right place, at least when it comes to movies.

Theatrical Release Poster

Averaging at least 3 movies a week, I have all but abandoned Hollywood in favor of foreign films primarily those from Asia.

First, most Asian films do not include some impossible happy ending.  Most often, everybody dies!  It may not be the happily ever after side, but at least it is real.
Even then there is dark humor and laughs to be had. However, you may not want to advertise that to friends or collegues unless they share in your understanding.

Another flaw, if it is one, I don't actually review films, I tell you if I like it, tell you why and let you decide if it is worth your time.  

I will not compare directors, film styles or burden you with any technical jargon.  I can't remember reading a film review and have it relate to why I wanted to see any movie.

In 2012 I will admit  posting what I am watching has not been a priority.  So let's start with on of the best to date.

The HouseMaid 2010

Korean films have become my favorite source of dark humor and bleak outcomes.  The HouseMaid hits the mark for me as I see a statement being made about the very rich
using the working class as disposables, kind of like a lightbulb; if you break one you just get another.  

There are rich people manipulating everyone around them, and at least one member of the downtrodden working class who for awhile learns how to turn the screws to maximize the monetary benefit. 

No, not everybody dies, but you won't see the ending to this film in anything that Hollywood churns out.  Yeah, if you find yourself snickering a couple of times during the movie, no worries, you just found your dark side.

And then after Hollywood got involved
with the U.S. release.