A Man Who Was Superman (VCD) (Hong Kong Version) VCD
Jeong Yun Cheol (Director)
| Jeon Ji Hyun (Actor)
| Hwang Jung Min (Actor)
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numinair
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February 16, 2009
This customer review refers to A Man Who Was Superman (DVD) (Hong Kong Version)
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February 16, 2009
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Super Essential Viewing
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“A Man Who Was Superman” is definitely a film to see. Aside to its charm and good intention, this as two brilliant performers and fulfils tremendously as salubrious entertainment. Also based on a true situation, which generally lends to a more poignant story line similarly to My Sassy Girl’s similarly fact based and unforgettable plot. Which this succeeds at. It features an equal combination of humour, drama and sad emotions to reflect the diverse nature of life, too. Even of a man with childlike belief that he's Superman. Ji Hyun performs well as frustrated and stressed out TV documentary producer Su Jung along with another amazing character performance from Jeong-min Hwang as the archetypal ‘superman’. In fact he as two character aspects considering Jeong-min’s eccentric people saver and the more subdued broken man behind ‘superman’s’ mask. Ji Hyun performs a somewhat stressed out and brittle character to begin with. But as she constantly witnesses and is stupefied by ‘superman’s’ kooky humanity, she eventually mellows and hits her sympathetic emotional barrier. Su Jung soon becomes emotionally attached after visiting superman’s ramshackle ‘home’ and attempts to find out (in a Lois Lane mode of investigation) about his past. This uncovers some tragic circumstances. Certainly pitched as a melodrama by its emotionally crafted tearjerker finish. I’m not sure which of the plot is fact and fiction, but I thought that the conclusion’s ironic twist might have been somewhat embellished. It’s all a logical one though and the final generic moment (juxtaposed with ‘superman’s’ surreal imaginings) is a heartfelt parody about selfless and innocent human qualities. It’s blended well into the Superman rescue theme, too, and a broken hearted man’s personal tragic circumstances. You might not get eye laser beams or a Big Super Battle, but you do get a 'superman' deserving of an ultra thumbs up. Also dedicated to the late Christopher Reeve. A gem to keep forever, so don’t let this DVD pass the station. Will be great to see Ji-Hyun (Gianna Jun) in “Blood : The Last Vampire”. But I hope she continues making great Korean movies like this one. |
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December 5, 2008
This customer review refers to A Man Who Was Superman (DVD) (Final Cut) (Limited Edition) (Korea Version)
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December 5, 2008
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A real event~
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When I bought it I didnt know a thing.. I just picked it because it was a new movie. And at first I didn't recognize Jeon Ji Hyun!! and she does a good part.. much better then she has done before..in my eyes anyway. Since this movie is based on a real life story I think they made it well!! It was fun,sad and touching, and I believe the ordinary superman touched many peoples hearts! Worth buying and watch!! |
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November 16, 2008
This customer review refers to A Man Who Was Superman (DVD) (Final Cut) (Limited Edition) (Korea Version)
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A Powerful, Affecting Film
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I was stunned by this film. Jeon Ji Hyun gives a more believable, naturalistic performance than I would have expected from her, and most of the supporting cast is reasonably good - but the revelation of this excellent film is Hwang Jung Min in the title role. I liked, then pitied, then cringed for, and finally loved the truly good man he plays. His most repeated line, "Someone help me!" tears my heart out - largely because his character unfailingly does help while others stand aside. |
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