The new English track is predictably clumsy, but the story and images overcome it.
70
The New York TimesDana Stevens
The New York TimesDana Stevens
This warm, sorrowful film plays like a downbeat variation on an old World War II picture from Hollywood.
60
TV Guide MagazineMaitland McDonagh
TV Guide MagazineMaitland McDonagh
A blockbuster hit in Korea, Park's feature debut is a beguiling mix of the generic and the unfamiliar, and it ends on a shot that's nothing short of heartbreaking.
50
VarietyDerek Elley
VarietyDerek Elley
Despite its merits, is neither an art movie nor an out-and-out, propulsive actioner like "Shiri."
50
New York PostV.A. Musetto
New York PostV.A. Musetto
Scenes of the probe are less successful. They feel contrived, and actress Lee Yeong-ae is not especially effective as Major Jang.
40
Village Voice
Village Voice
Politically, psychologically, and aesthetically schizophrenic.