Park Chan Wook seems to be best known in the states for his film Oldboy. While I certainly don't mean to play down the greatness of that film, I've found it a real shame that Lady Vengeance did not unseat Oldboy in the American mind. It is a far superior film and very possibly a perfect film.
In I'm a cybord but that's okay, Park takes a different direction casting off the darkness for a lighter and more humorous tone (though should not be interpreted as without purpose). While the trailer easily reminds us of a Woody Allen comedy (maybe its the music and camera motion) Park's film remains true to his style.
Currently he's at work on Evil Live, which he has described as a modern vampire tale. Hopefully more details will come soon!
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