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Please checkout Kingdom (2019) Korean horror/historical series only has 6 episode in season 1 and 2. season 3 coming out soon! Its soooo good. Its a masterpiece.
@@pressplayulysses really?! That’s pretty disappointing. They should just ship her a box Of golden globes at least, they’re not worth much these days anyway
At the start of the movie - Greg: So this movie is the little girl's fault - John: Yup At the end of the movie - The girl: Don't go, it's my fault. - Greg & John (crying): No it's not.
Soo-An singing at the ends always breaks me. I love that she couldn't finish the song in school because her dad wasn't there, and her finishing it at the end saves her life. I've always read it as her dad being with her forever because of his sacrifice and I think that's beautiful.
she sang it because she wouldnt when her dad asked her before when the babysitter told im about her not singing it in school, and that was her moment to sing it for him, such a great detail
I hope not only me appreciated the heroism of the Homeless guy not just once, but twice. First, when he covered a cloth to the zombie's head who's attacking Gong Yoo's character, second when he sacrificed his life for the pregnant woman and the little girl. :(( One of my favorite characters in this masterpiece.
@@bhadrakadabra and with that, he's the first in these main characters that is best to compare with the old guy who seemed to be had everything in life whose throwing other people for himself to survive became his habit in a whole day.
I did 😭 At first i was so suspicious of him, but he's such an underrated character. This was probably the first time someone cared about and saved him and he paid that back by sacrificing himself. Its just one of the things that makes it one of the best films i have seen so far. 😭❤️
@Anontaku from what I understand, production was severely delayed (like everything else) due to COVID, but principal filming is in the can and it's just in the post-production phase. No release date yet, but all signs point to it being some time in 2022 if all of that is true.
Korean drama is so good cuz they really show the ugly side of humanity at its perfection, I swear the Oscar best picture movie Parasite displays it masterfully but I will never ever watch it again cuz no other film have make me more uncomfortable than this(it’s a compliment cuz that’s its purpose)
Little girl’s crying is soooooo realistic😭 the part when she got parted with her dad and he jumped himself with happy smile of memories always makes me cry even I watched this so many times..
Gong Yoo is an amazing actor. I first watched him in a k-drama called Goblin. He was so good, you have no idea how much I cried in that show. Since then I try to check out everything that comes out with him in it.
This movie is great not because of the zombies but the human story in it. This is the area that the Koreans are just so good at. Their film-making is truly an art form for human expression, not just for entertainment.
@@Exel3nce Im not saying the zombies are bad or not scary. Im just pointing out the reason why this zombie show is outstanding compared to other shows. 😊
@@madtitan0825 Exactly. It's like Butterfly Effect 2. I liked the movie but it has zero tonal connection to the original and should just go by a different name.
I remember the day I watched this movie with my parents. We loved it. But we're a somehow "cold" family, we don't show sadness that easy, especially not in front of other family members. But the moment we heard the girl singing, this facade broke down. I tried to hold it in for a few seconds, but I couldn't. It fucked me up in so many ways. I started crying like the girl itself. My parents teared up too, especially my dad. We sat there in silence for a few minutes. It was a somehow weird, but beautiful moment.
I think the reason korean movies use a lot of father/daughter is from what I know is korea has a very competitive society and since fathers are usually always working to provide, a lot of fathers miss the opportunity to be really there for their children, and honestly it’s not only korea I think most people in general.
Also it can be a commentary on how expectations of society affects men, like if they don't go work and provide they're not "man enough" or "they don't care" but at the same time like you sad the constant working won't let them be near the people they care abt and is heartbreaking
@@extratao50 true , in train to Busan he work so hard to provide the best life for his daughter but from society point of view he is selfish and doesn’t care about his kid, in squid game he is the opposite but still criticized for again the same thing.
If you work extra hours and don't take your days off to go home to your elderly parents, your a bad son. If you take your vacation days and use it to go to your parents, your not working hard enough so no promotion/pay raise and your a bad provider. Your damned either way. It's why a lot of elderly in Korea are killing themselves so they won't be a burden to their children. South Korea didn't have it's industrial revolution until the 1960s. Transitioning from families living on farms to workers living in cities is not smooth.
@@zinnia5659 he is kinda selfish when he closed the door on the couple, lightly scolded his daughter for giving up her seat for an elder lady, kept his inside information a secret from everybody else when he knew they were going the wrong way. These little things are there to show what his character was before and how he changed. The other businessman was a sort of reflection of the main character if he kept on the same path.
You reacted to Ma Dong-seok probably the same way Marvel producers did when they watched this movie lol. "This guy is the shit! Get him in one of our movies immediately!" XD
There are BTS clips of this movie, that show how Su-an goes from acting traumatized to then laughing after the shoot is done, because the director said something funny. She really is a great actor.
Ngl this zombie movie scared the hell out of me. The way these zombies are so scary is probably why this movie did amazing plus I always hated the closeups of the zombies
In my opinion, Train to Busan's Zombies were of peak design, not incredibly unterrifying like Walking Dead, or unnecessarily overpowered like World War Z, Train to Busan's Zombies have a balance of strengths and weaknesses that I can't help but admire the Film Writers for making...
I thought Amos Burton was That Guy, but, still this guy was badass in this movie-and when I heard he was gonna be in the MCU, I'm like, "man breaking into Hollywood with a a triple home run on the first try!"
Glad you guys finally watched this! I’m adding another vote for the fantastic “Kingdom” series next, if only to give us the pleasure of seeing your reactions for those 12+1 episodes! :)
You guys should react to Kingdom on Netflix, it's a zombie series set in the Korean medieval period. There's already 2 seasons and a movie, with a 3rd season coming out soon. 🙏🏼
Yes, he is Gilgamesh from Marvel’s Eternals. Ma Dong-seok is his korean name and Don lee his english name. When i see him in a movie I know the movie is good.
train to busan isnt the saddest movie i’ve ever seen but it makes me cry the most! the relationship between the fathers and their children was really heartwarming. its amazing how this zombie horror film has touched the hearts of so many.
That is why this is arguably the best zombie movie of all time! You get so many emotions not just out of these characters but as well as yourself through out the film. Very well made and tears me up everytime I watch it
The rest of the world, watching Squid Game: Oh, that's the guy from "Train to Busan". The Reel Rejects, watching Train to Busan: Oh, it's the guy from "Squid Game". HAHAHAHA!
Enough with these cringe comments. Men have always been able to be vulnerable. Who the hell would not get emotional with a daughter crying for her dad like that? Maybe someone without a soul, has nothing to do with gender.
@@nostalgicbliss5547 wtf are u even on? No one said it had anything to do with gender but let’s not act like men haven’t created a patriarchy and society where a man crying is seen as weak no matter the circumstances and that gets taught a to their sons and even their daughters to where some women think a man crying is weak. So I see why the person commented what they did. Stop being an ass for literally no reason
@@nostalgicbliss5547 I think that was not the point of the original comment. You see, men generally have a hard time crying and showing emotional vulnerability as it is not acceptable in many cultures and we are generally told to man up when we cry or show sadness, so it, in a wierd way, good to see two grown men to openly cry when presented with such a good scene. Apologies for my bad English.
Just a minor note: the contact name of his ex-wife in his phone did not say “ex-wife.” It actually said “Suan’s mom.” Idk why they didnt just write the right translation. There’s nothing difficult to understand about “Suan’s mom,” since the audience knows they are divorced already since the beginning of the movie.
He also did 2 other movies that released this year (2016) and all of them had him riding trains lol (A Man and a Woman & Age of Shadows) so yep - the dude likes trains lol
Went into this movie expecting a zombie movie, with cool or gruesome zombie kills, but came out the other end crying like a baby. Never have I ever loved such an emotional movie before.
My daughter calls me "Appa" and screams like that when I leave for university or work. Makes it hard to leave but I can't imagine being in the fathers circumstance at the end. Her cry just hits different now that I'm a father.
41:51 I'm glad they didn't show any flashback for most of the characters. It just shows how great the writing is since we were still able to understand their personalities through their actions and dialogue.
@@octaviablackthorn9 Its a zombie film realism went out of the window day 1 of writing the script. Just made the whole film feel a waste of time for me. If it was a film based in real life circumstances i get realistic ending sometimes sure, this did not work thou.
I remember someone commented roughly like in a situation where everyone is trying to survive there will always be a person who would act like the businessman who would use other people to survive. And every time I watch this movie I can’t get that out of my head.
It's very common in Korean film industry that if a minor character is played by a huge star, you just know that the director has plans for that "minor character". In Squid Game, Gong Yoo and Lee Byunghun (Front Man) are two of South Korean A-list actors so you can expect them playing bigger roles in Season 2!
man, watching this reaction is a double edged sword, I've cried ENOUGH at this movie dang it! LOL fun fact! When Su-an speaks to her dad in the beginning of the movie, she uses formal speech, but when she speaks with her mom, she uses informal speech. So to korean-speakers this shows even MORE of a contrast between her relationship with both parents. But by the end, Su-an uses informal speech to her dad too, making the ending even more heart breaking T_T
This is probably one of the only movies I can watch without subtitles and still know what's happening just by the amazing acting of the people who they cast in these roles. Like damn, no other movie I've seen this year has made me feel like this one has, and no other zombie movie really seems to capture this same feeling, and I love it!
MOst of South Korean actors performs like this. Thats why i really love KOrean dramas and movies. Because its like natural for them to act. Watch Miracle in Cell no. 7 and you will cry a lot.
Goddamn this movie floored me too. The heroic sacrifices had me teary eyed. That little girls reactions got me bawling. And the ending song she sings is “Aloha O’e” and being from Hawai’i, it hit home literally and it’s used to as a send off song for loved ones who passed away. Definitely perfectly used and it’s such a heavy and beautiful movie!
Fun fact: Don Lee who plays Sang-hwa IS the person cast to play Gilgamesh in the Eternals! I really like his character in the movie (might be my favorite) so im excited to see him in Eternals
The time it takes to turn into a zombie depends on where the bite is. If the person is bitten on the neck, it takes almost no time to turn into a zombie. But if the bite is located on the hand, it takes much longer to turn.
"WHO IS THIS GUY!? HE'S AMAZING!!!" Greg channeling everybody's reaction towards the MVP in the blue shirt xD. He's no contest the best character in the movie.
This movie hits me everytime I watch it! Best zombie movie ever! It's actually more on human emotion, Gong yo would have definitely turned into that villain guy character who always thinks about himself, but what an arc for him!
One of the most affected films I've ever witnesse, that ending with the father always gets me, especially from the talented performances the young girl portrayed. Definitely one of best Zombies films, a true masterpiece.
I like how I’ve seen people reacting to squid game saying “It’s the guy from train to busan “ But you guys are watching Train to busan and said “It’s the guy from squid game” 🤣🤣🤣
I absolutely love that there's very little hand holding in this. And the subversion of tropes was brilliant. Our main character isn't the one saving everyone. He's actually kind of a shitty person. And there's no "have to find the cure!" subplot
If this is you entering the Korean movies world then I would highly suggest watching "Ode to My Father" and "A Taxi Driver" these two movies will drain you emotionally and for sure be one of the best movies you've ever watched.
Netflix k-movie New world Nameless gangster The attorney The man from nowhere The host best k-movie ever great success in korea If you don't watch this, you don't know Korean movies
@@coroanegra5761 they're not on Netflix everywhere. Not a single one of those is on Netflix Australia. Which is a shame, because if they were I would be demanding everyone I know watches The Man From Nowhere.
this is my absolute favorite zombie movie because it epitomizes what zombie movies are all about: the human condition in survival situations. you are so immediately connected to these characters that even the two older sisters, when they are in danger, you feel anxiety even though we don't spend that much time with them. and yes, Su-An's actress is a beast lol when she cries, I cry.
I think it's wonderfully done how we learn as much as one train ride could teach us about someone. and well in danger chit chatting is turned to a minimum, but I found it charming how they felt like real people who were heading somewhere and we only heard their surface thoughts.
As many mentioned before Gong Yoo is a versatile actor. His acting here is compared to Jimmy Stewart but the actor is not afraid to do comedic roles. Some of the other series he's done are ridiculously funny and heartbreaking at the same time.
As far as I am concerned this is one of the greatest zombie movies ever made. It's so well made and captures the social commentary aspect the old George R Romero films had that most modern ones lack now days.
If you're planning to watch Peninsula, it's more like a different story/movie than a sequel to Train to Busan imo (so don't expect to see some familiar faces xd)
When I watched Peninsula in the theater, I was very disappointed. I don't know what happened. The sequel is written and directed by the same director of Train to Busan. If Train to Busan is 10/10, Peninsular is only 5/10 for me.
@@winingz i think it went bad bc it was solely made to satisfy the demand of the public instead of making it for the art of filmmaking itself. I was very disappointed with it too.
Finally I've been waiting for this reaction. My favorite zombie film of all time. So much heart and emotion done right. The father learns so much messages. Its not abot yourself. But its about everyone when your and theirs life is on the line.
Also HIGHLY recommend “I saw the Devil,” starring Choi Min-Sik (Old Boy) and Lee Byung-Hun (G.I.JOE, Terminator Genesys, Magnificent 7, Red2) who also plays the “Frontman” with that face shaped dark grey mask. Its basically Tom and Jerry, or rather Itchy and Scratchy, just with real humans. One being a psycho serial killer and another one being a NIS-agent (=CIA in the states) who has completely lost his mind, and is just extremely pissed off at the psycho. And Vice versa.
This is one of my favorite zombie movies ever. The kid actress did such a great job, I always cry at that scene when her dad leaves her on the train. And I'm such a big fan of Gong Yoo!
Watched this a few weeks back for the first time and this is easily my favourite zombie movie, ma dong-seok/don lee is such a beast and love how the zombies lead with their heads whwn they move
15 minutes into your reaction. I had to pause and watch the whole movie. Now I'm back and I'm telling you... I am a massive fan of Korean media. From squid game, to Train to Busan to Kingdom... they really know how to make good TV
Y’all should watch “Sweet Home”, another fun Korean horror/drama and I think it’s somewhat of a monster of the week format would lend itself well to a weekly reaction
@@tenerife_sea the monster CGI is fairly hit or miss, but it’s still worth a watch imo. Lots of tension, cool monster designs/concepts and somewhat of an ensemble cast of intriguing characters
I watched this movie after watching Parasite because I was drawn to Korean movies and was thrilled how fast it got into the action. It was just non-stop and so good! IF you haven't seen it, you need to watch Alive as well. It's another Korean zombie movie.
What other Korean films do you think would make for good reactions?!
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The Spin Off Sequel I guess
Please checkout Kingdom (2019) Korean horror/historical series only has 6 episode in season 1 and 2. season 3 coming out soon! Its soooo good. Its a masterpiece.
You guys should react to the movie Man From No where, it was what inspired and what they took for the John Wick Movie
The Man from Nowhere (2010), NEW WORLD (2012)
.I saw the devil....nice Korean movie...👍👍👍
That little girl is so, so good. I'm crying into my breakfast.
Believe it or not, she only won just one award for this film. And it's not even from her native country of Korea.
@@pressplayulysses really?! That’s pretty disappointing. They should just ship her a box
Of golden globes at least, they’re not worth much these days anyway
You can also see her on "The Battleship Island"
I know bruh got me dripping on my fruit loops
Right
At the start of the movie
- Greg: So this movie is the little girl's fault
- John: Yup
At the end of the movie
- The girl: Don't go, it's my fault.
- Greg & John (crying): No it's not.
🤣
🤣🤣🤣🤣
This movie really knew how to get you to fall in love with these characters
Hahahaha trueee
Damn even the reactors went through a character arc.
Soo-An singing at the ends always breaks me. I love that she couldn't finish the song in school because her dad wasn't there, and her finishing it at the end saves her life. I've always read it as her dad being with her forever because of his sacrifice and I think that's beautiful.
i felt like she sang it in honor of him :'( like when people sing at funerals
she sang it because she wouldnt when her dad asked her before when the babysitter told im about her not singing it in school, and that was her moment to sing it for him, such a great detail
i cant even imagine how fcking hurtful the ending would be if the soldier shot them
@@AllTheArtsythat was her grandma and his mom not babysitter
I hope not only me appreciated the heroism of the Homeless guy not just once, but twice. First, when he covered a cloth to the zombie's head who's attacking Gong Yoo's character, second when he sacrificed his life for the pregnant woman and the little girl. :((
One of my favorite characters in this masterpiece.
I find it fascinating how it's the most overlooked character. Simply because he had nothing to lose and no character to mourn him.
@@bhadrakadabra and with that, he's the first in these main characters that is best to compare with the old guy who seemed to be had everything in life whose throwing other people for himself to survive became his habit in a whole day.
@@RonaRacaza so true. And kind of reminded me of the sewol ferry incident - the captain who let all the kids drown so he could escape
I did 😭 At first i was so suspicious of him, but he's such an underrated character. This was probably the first time someone cared about and saved him and he paid that back by sacrificing himself. Its just one of the things that makes it one of the best films i have seen so far. 😭❤️
The pregnant woman’s husband is literally the best character, change my mind
Why would we? He is a Gigachad and all around just an awesome dude. Also he always puts himself between the zombies and his wife.
Hes the ultimate chad
I’ve watched a few things with him in it and I’ve always loved his characters
I think this role got him cast in The Eternals
literally the one character i didn’t get mad at
"So the movie is the little girl's fault"
Later
"No it's not"
Character Development at it's finest, I love it
glad sumnelse catch that .. i was like he had no idea *grabbing tissue
fun fact: the baseball guy is the main character in parasite.
Oh shit you are right, i watched this movie and parasite and never realized
That dude is on alot of Korean dramas, my sister watches a bunch of them
And if you wanna see him do something COMPLETELY different as well as watch a kick-ass actioner, check out The Witch Part 1: Subversion
@Anontaku from what I understand, production was severely delayed (like everything else) due to COVID, but principal filming is in the can and it's just in the post-production phase. No release date yet, but all signs point to it being some time in 2022 if all of that is true.
@Anontaku me too, been waiting on it for what feels like forever.
Korean movies and dramas have both joy and sadness. And it's realistic. You can fall in love with the movie because of the actors' amazing acting.
Gotta love realistic zombies!
Most of the kdramas are high school Triangle love story though
@@rafiqintraffic9532 what? lol nope
Yep, they are more realistic, because they don't care about having a happy ending (which makes it so much better).
Korean drama is so good cuz they really show the ugly side of humanity at its perfection, I swear the Oscar best picture movie Parasite displays it masterfully but I will never ever watch it again cuz no other film have make me more uncomfortable than this(it’s a compliment cuz that’s its purpose)
Little girl’s crying is soooooo realistic😭 the part when she got parted with her dad and he jumped himself with happy smile of memories always makes me cry even I watched this so many times..
Gong Yoo is an amazing actor. I first watched him in a k-drama called Goblin. He was so good, you have no idea how much I cried in that show. Since then I try to check out everything that comes out with him in it.
Same here! And 5 years later, Goblin still remains my favorite kdrama!
I love Goblin too!!!
Then you should watch Coffee Prince.
@@tuesdae666 Yes! Coffee Prince! 😍
you should watch Silenced (one of the most disturbing movies I've ever watched)
This movie is great not because of the zombies but the human story in it. This is the area that the Koreans are just so good at. Their film-making is truly an art form for human expression, not just for entertainment.
its great because it nails both aspects. zombies in here are one of the scariest
It maintains the intensity of a life/death situation while staying true to human nature, emotions
@@Exel3nce Im not saying the zombies are bad or not scary. Im just pointing out the reason why this zombie show is outstanding compared to other shows. 😊
I knew this would hit deep. Because man, my eyes were sweating big time when I watched this.
My nose was sweating for some reason
@@sannyie covid
IT WAS THE FUCKING ONIONS!!!!!! GET IT RIGHT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Lmao that's how I'm gonna describe my crying from now on... it's just my eyes sweating.
Sadly the sequel isn't as good, like everyone else in the comment section I'd highly recommend "Kingdom" series (historical Korean/zombie)
Best zombie series I really liked it
Sequel becomes fast and furious
@@madtitan0825 Exactly. It's like Butterfly Effect 2. I liked the movie but it has zero tonal connection to the original and should just go by a different name.
@@DJKuroh I remember there’s a time studio does this a lot, make a bunch of sequels that have absolute no relation to the first one for no reason
@@DJKuroh Exactly. It’s hard to do a sequel to a first.
I love how the main three dudes are very famous now in western media.
Gong Yoo - Squid Game
Don Lee - Eternals
Choi Woo-shik - Parasite
thats nto western media lol. Its popular in the west though. Except eternals. I didnt know that o:
squid game and parasite aren't western shows/films. they're Asian drama and film that are popular in the West
I remember the day I watched this movie with my parents. We loved it. But we're a somehow "cold" family, we don't show sadness that easy, especially not in front of other family members. But the moment we heard the girl singing, this facade broke down. I tried to hold it in for a few seconds, but I couldn't. It fucked me up in so many ways. I started crying like the girl itself. My parents teared up too, especially my dad. We sat there in silence for a few minutes. It was a somehow weird, but beautiful moment.
I feel very awkward getting emotional by watching a movie especially in front of my parents 😂
@@arif7742 Same here. I tried my best holding it in, but it simply wasn't possible 😅😅😅
Same. Watched this in theaters with my dad and the scene with Su-An screaming is one of the rare times I’ve seen my dad cry
I think the reason korean movies use a lot of father/daughter is from what I know is korea has a very competitive society and since fathers are usually always working to provide, a lot of fathers miss the opportunity to be really there for their children, and honestly it’s not only korea I think most people in general.
Also it can be a commentary on how expectations of society affects men, like if they don't go work and provide they're not "man enough" or "they don't care" but at the same time like you sad the constant working won't let them be near the people they care abt and is heartbreaking
@@extratao50 true , in train to Busan he work so hard to provide the best life for his daughter but from society point of view he is selfish and doesn’t care about his kid, in squid game he is the opposite but still criticized for again the same thing.
If you work extra hours and don't take your days off to go home to your elderly parents, your a bad son. If you take your vacation days and use it to go to your parents, your not working hard enough so no promotion/pay raise and your a bad provider.
Your damned either way. It's why a lot of elderly in Korea are killing themselves so they won't be a burden to their children.
South Korea didn't have it's industrial revolution until the 1960s. Transitioning from families living on farms to workers living in cities is not smooth.
Yeesh talk about societal expectations
@@zinnia5659 he is kinda selfish when he closed the door on the couple, lightly scolded his daughter for giving up her seat for an elder lady, kept his inside information a secret from everybody else when he knew they were going the wrong way.
These little things are there to show what his character was before and how he changed.
The other businessman was a sort of reflection of the main character if he kept on the same path.
Favourite zombie movie hands down. Gong Yoo is fine af.
SO fine
Yes he is 😩
I drool every time 🤤🤤🤤
Lol
Dilf
You reacted to Ma Dong-seok probably the same way Marvel producers did when they watched this movie lol. "This guy is the shit! Get him in one of our movies immediately!" XD
Right!? He was superhero even before becoming eternal.
Apparently he's like Charles Bronson or something in South Korea, just known for playing badasses.
Really,??!!! Is that the same dude? Wow! Can't wait for eternals then
There are BTS clips of this movie, that show how Su-an goes from acting traumatized to then laughing after the shoot is done, because the director said something funny. She really is a great actor.
FYI: The big guy *is* Gilgamesh from the Eternals.
He is don lee
that guy's super familiar.... lol
Ngl this zombie movie scared the hell out of me. The way these zombies are so scary is probably why this movie did amazing plus I always hated the closeups of the zombies
Have you watched 28 days later and 28 weeks later?
@@jovtecxtv1321 world war z is worse
JOVTECXTV not really
In my opinion, Train to Busan's Zombies were of peak design, not incredibly unterrifying like Walking Dead, or unnecessarily overpowered like World War Z, Train to Busan's Zombies have a balance of strengths and weaknesses that I can't help but admire the Film Writers for making...
I've watching the ending so many times and it still makes me cry. What a spectacular performance by everyone, especially the little girl!
Yep, crying again. damn.
She’s such an amazing actor. I’m always amazed when a kid can act that well
I watch Train to Busan reactions whenever my eyes need some lubrication. Works like a charm everytime.
Everytime!!!
Never thought a zombie movie could bring tears to the eyes. Damn..
I cry every time, even during this reaction. Thanks for sharing this!
Ma Dong Seok is like the Rock. He doesn’t need explanation!
He’s THAT guy
I thought Amos Burton was That Guy, but, still this guy was badass in this movie-and when I heard he was gonna be in the MCU, I'm like, "man breaking into Hollywood with a a triple home run on the first try!"
Glad you guys finally watched this! I’m adding another vote for the fantastic “Kingdom” series next, if only to give us the pleasure of seeing your reactions for those 12+1 episodes! :)
Yes yes yes
yes
Yeah Kingdom is dope
Oh yeaaaah!!!
You guys should react to Kingdom on Netflix, it's a zombie series set in the Korean medieval period. There's already 2 seasons and a movie, with a 3rd season coming out soon. 🙏🏼
Same
YES they should. Arguably the best Zombie television show ever made, in my opinion.
Them Koreans man, they KNOW how to make zombie material lol
Yes absolutely 👌 was thinking the same. That's one top series
FUCKING LOVE KINGDOM 😭
Omg hell yeah!
Yes, he is Gilgamesh from Marvel’s Eternals. Ma Dong-seok is his korean name and Don lee his english name. When i see him in a movie I know the movie is good.
Wow, Are You Korean
@@hishamnct1708 I been watching korean movies and dramas for so long that I almost feel korean. 🤣
YES. I was looking for this comment. I was surprised they noticed him so quick.
It’s the best. I’m so glad Parasite and Squid Game is really bringing Korean cinema more into the conversation amongst Western audiences ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Poor Greg looked completely stressed, while John was basically laughing through anxiety of it all. Definitely understandable!
train to busan isnt the saddest movie i’ve ever seen but it makes me cry the most! the relationship between the fathers and their children was really heartwarming. its amazing how this zombie horror film has touched the hearts of so many.
what's the saddest movie you have watched?
That is why this is arguably the best zombie movie of all time! You get so many emotions not just out of these characters but as well as yourself through out the film. Very well made and tears me up everytime I watch it
Definitely
Indeed.😟
The rest of the world, watching Squid Game: Oh, that's the guy from "Train to Busan".
The Reel Rejects, watching Train to Busan: Oh, it's the guy from "Squid Game".
HAHAHAHA!
Lol that’s why they did not get the relevant easter egg of his cameo role in squid game
Me: “Oh shit it’s Ahjussi Goblin” 😂
FR LMFAOOO
@@thorned_sakura Imagine squid game is just a prequel and the train he went on in the end of the show was to busan
@@zage5495 lol that'll be the biggest comeuppance 🤣
I love you guys. This kind of vulnerability from two men is so healthy and necessary. You’re the best.
True, also you’re crazy beautiful… hopefully you’re having a great evening 🙏🏾
Enough with these cringe comments. Men have always been able to be vulnerable. Who the hell would not get emotional with a daughter crying for her dad like that? Maybe someone without a soul, has nothing to do with gender.
@@nostalgicbliss5547 wtf are u even on? No one said it had anything to do with gender but let’s not act like men haven’t created a patriarchy and society where a man crying is seen as weak no matter the circumstances and that gets taught a to their sons and even their daughters to where some women think a man crying is weak. So I see why the person commented what they did. Stop being an ass for literally no reason
@@nostalgicbliss5547 I think that was not the point of the original comment.
You see, men generally have a hard time crying and showing emotional vulnerability as it is not acceptable in many cultures and we are generally told to man up when we cry or show sadness, so it, in a wierd way, good to see two grown men to openly cry when presented with such a good scene.
Apologies for my bad English.
@@rigged4351 Your English was good. Good points
Just a minor note: the contact name of his ex-wife in his phone did not say “ex-wife.” It actually said “Suan’s mom.” Idk why they didnt just write the right translation. There’s nothing difficult to understand about “Suan’s mom,” since the audience knows they are divorced already since the beginning of the movie.
can't help but cry every time. one of the best movies ever, zombie or otherwise.
I just watched a reaction to this right before this one and I cried again. Every time.
I legit cried again.....after so many reactions to this movie... that girl deserves an Oscar for that
I'm starting to think Gong Yoo likes trains.
Oh god I just finished watching Squid game 2 weeks ago 💀
this comment made me LOL
Hahaha no doubt he likes it so much 🤣😂🤣
Hasha now in squid game in Tain again
He also did 2 other movies that released this year (2016) and all of them had him riding trains lol (A Man and a Woman & Age of Shadows) so yep - the dude likes trains lol
No movie has ever made me cry like this one. It just hits me in a different way. The little girl really breaks my heart.
Went into this movie expecting a zombie movie, with cool or gruesome zombie kills, but came out the other end crying like a baby. Never have I ever loved such an emotional movie before.
genuinely the best zombie movie ever made. impossible to watch without crying my eyes out. it's literal perfection, especially in character writing.
I swear, that little girl is a paid 30 yr old veteran actress!
If it wasn't for her I could have survived this movie without crying.
As a Korean, I would recommend you guys 'Wailing', it is arguably the most decent occult film in Korea
I second that!
Thank you!!!!! So good, to me way better than Busan but got overshadowed because of Busan’s zombie theme.
@@IveBeenChris I also recommend you to watch 'Burning', 2018 movie starring Steven Yeun
곡성이죠? 저 이거 인생작이예요
@@이정인-m5w Burning is more of a thriller but it’s a masterpiece. My favourite film out of Korea
My daughter calls me "Appa" and screams like that when I leave for university or work. Makes it hard to leave but I can't imagine being in the fathers circumstance at the end. Her cry just hits different now that I'm a father.
wow.. congrats being a father!
41:51 I'm glad they didn't show any flashback for most of the characters. It just shows how great the writing is since we were still able to understand their personalities through their actions and dialogue.
Exactly this!!!
i’m glad you guys watched this movie,i feel like it’s one of the best zombies movies ever made, love your guys video
Until the end when he died which was so pointless. Ruined the film. Instead of a 9 out of 10 it gets a 5 out of 10 due to terrible ending
Edward Du Feu the ending is realistic. The “main character” isn’t always going to survive solely because he’s the main character of his own story
@@bluejaysforever3627 the dad dying made this movie what it is..
@@octaviablackthorn9 Its a zombie film realism went out of the window day 1 of writing the script. Just made the whole film feel a waste of time for me. If it was a film based in real life circumstances i get realistic ending sometimes sure, this did not work thou.
@@lo_Ovung Agreed a film with a terrible ending
I remember someone commented roughly like in a situation where everyone is trying to survive there will always be a person who would act like the businessman who would use other people to survive. And every time I watch this movie I can’t get that out of my head.
It's very common in Korean film industry that if a minor character is played by a huge star, you just know that the director has plans for that "minor character". In Squid Game, Gong Yoo and Lee Byunghun (Front Man) are two of South Korean A-list actors so you can expect them playing bigger roles in Season 2!
That’s what I thought! I hope it is true because he is a great actor. Just finished watching Goblin and really liked him in that as well.
man, watching this reaction is a double edged sword, I've cried ENOUGH at this movie dang it! LOL
fun fact! When Su-an speaks to her dad in the beginning of the movie, she uses formal speech, but when she speaks with her mom, she uses informal speech. So to korean-speakers this shows even MORE of a contrast between her relationship with both parents. But by the end, Su-an uses informal speech to her dad too, making the ending even more heart breaking T_T
This is probably one of the only movies I can watch without subtitles and still know what's happening just by the amazing acting of the people who they cast in these roles. Like damn, no other movie I've seen this year has made me feel like this one has, and no other zombie movie really seems to capture this same feeling, and I love it!
MOst of South Korean actors performs like this. Thats why i really love KOrean dramas and movies. Because its like natural for them to act. Watch Miracle in Cell no. 7 and you will cry a lot.
Gong Yoo Is such a great actor. I hope we see more of him in S2 of Squid Game
Goddamn this movie floored me too. The heroic sacrifices had me teary eyed. That little girls reactions got me bawling. And the ending song she sings is “Aloha O’e” and being from Hawai’i, it hit home literally and it’s used to as a send off song for loved ones who passed away. Definitely perfectly used and it’s such a heavy and beautiful movie!
korean actors are the best in the world, even their child actors are unbelievably good!
Fun fact:
Don Lee who plays Sang-hwa IS the person cast to play Gilgamesh in the Eternals!
I really like his character in the movie (might be my favorite) so im excited to see him in Eternals
The physical acting in this film is insanely superb!!!
Best child actress ever, i cant watch her singing in the tunnel because ill sob everytime even thinking bout it makes me tear up
The time it takes to turn into a zombie depends on where the bite is. If the person is bitten on the neck, it takes almost no time to turn into a zombie. But if the bite is located on the hand, it takes much longer to turn.
"WHO IS THIS GUY!? HE'S AMAZING!!!"
Greg channeling everybody's reaction towards the MVP in the blue shirt xD. He's no contest the best character in the movie.
Blue coat, but yeah.
This movie hits me everytime I watch it! Best zombie movie ever! It's actually more on human emotion, Gong yo would have definitely turned into that villain guy character who always thinks about himself, but what an arc for him!
One of the most affected films I've ever witnesse, that ending with the father always gets me, especially from the talented performances the young girl portrayed. Definitely one of best Zombies films, a true masterpiece.
That Badass Guy the MVP of this Movie, is Don Lee and he becoming a bigger Name as soon as the Eternals get out. Im so glad for him.
I like how I’ve seen people reacting to squid game saying “It’s the guy from train to busan “
But you guys are watching Train to busan and said “It’s the guy from squid game” 🤣🤣🤣
I absolutely love that there's very little hand holding in this. And the subversion of tropes was brilliant. Our main character isn't the one saving everyone. He's actually kind of a shitty person. And there's no "have to find the cure!" subplot
I saw this movie last year and I was amazed at how good it was. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time. It was scary and emotional at the end.
If this is you entering the Korean movies world then I would highly suggest watching "Ode to My Father" and "A Taxi Driver" these two movies will drain you emotionally and for sure be one of the best movies you've ever watched.
A Taxi Driver had me crying three separate times on opening night. Just an incredible film.
@@KyleS3m3noff yess i agree
May 18 entered the chat too
Netflix k-movie
New world
Nameless gangster
The attorney
The man from nowhere
The host
best k-movie ever great success in korea
If you don't watch this, you don't know Korean movies
@@coroanegra5761 they're not on Netflix everywhere. Not a single one of those is on Netflix Australia. Which is a shame, because if they were I would be demanding everyone I know watches The Man From Nowhere.
lee jung jae 배우의 신세계(New World)도 추천해요.
곡성(The Wailing)은 완전 추천입니다!!
this is my absolute favorite zombie movie because it epitomizes what zombie movies are all about: the human condition in survival situations. you are so immediately connected to these characters that even the two older sisters, when they are in danger, you feel anxiety even though we don't spend that much time with them. and yes, Su-An's actress is a beast lol when she cries, I cry.
That main dude is a fantastic actor... His eyes speaks a tonne...
The dad (Gong Yoo) is the recruiter in Squid Game, in case you missed it. And yes, I recommend the series "Kingdom" too!
they said it at the beginning
I think it's wonderfully done how we learn as much as one train ride could teach us about someone. and well in danger chit chatting is turned to a minimum, but I found it charming how they felt like real people who were heading somewhere and we only heard their surface thoughts.
This is probably one of the best zombie movies made...
As many mentioned before Gong Yoo is a versatile actor. His acting here is compared to Jimmy Stewart but the actor is not afraid to do comedic roles. Some of the other series he's done are ridiculously funny and heartbreaking at the same time.
As far as I am concerned this is one of the greatest zombie movies ever made. It's so well made and captures the social commentary aspect the old George R Romero films had that most modern ones lack now days.
If you're planning to watch Peninsula, it's more like a different story/movie than a sequel to Train to Busan imo (so don't expect to see some familiar faces xd)
Well it's still Korea a couple months after what happend in the first one with a whole new set of characters
When I watched Peninsula in the theater, I was very disappointed.
I don't know what happened. The sequel is written and directed by the same director of Train to Busan.
If Train to Busan is 10/10, Peninsular is only 5/10 for me.
@@winingz i think it went bad bc it was solely made to satisfy the demand of the public instead of making it for the art of filmmaking itself. I was very disappointed with it too.
@@frxfrx8237 You are probably right. I watched it at home and I couldn't finish the movie.
I am so happy you guys are watching us! This ended up being one of my favorite zombie movies of all time!
Finally I've been waiting for this reaction. My favorite zombie film of all time. So much heart and emotion done right. The father learns so much messages. Its not abot yourself. But its about everyone when your and theirs life is on the line.
Also HIGHLY recommend “I saw the Devil,” starring Choi Min-Sik (Old Boy) and Lee Byung-Hun (G.I.JOE, Terminator Genesys, Magnificent 7, Red2) who also plays the “Frontman” with that face shaped dark grey mask.
Its basically Tom and Jerry, or rather Itchy and Scratchy, just with real humans. One being a psycho serial killer and another one being a NIS-agent (=CIA in the states) who has completely lost his mind, and is just extremely pissed off at the psycho. And Vice versa.
I agree. I saw the devil will always be one of the best psycho thriller out there. Such a great movie to watch
me tooooooo🤟🤟
This is one of my favorite zombie movies ever. The kid actress did such a great job, I always cry at that scene when her dad leaves her on the train. And I'm such a big fan of Gong Yoo!
Watched this a few weeks back for the first time and this is easily my favourite zombie movie, ma dong-seok/don lee is such a beast and love how the zombies lead with their heads whwn they move
15 minutes into your reaction. I had to pause and watch the whole movie. Now I'm back and I'm telling you... I am a massive fan of Korean media. From squid game, to Train to Busan to Kingdom... they really know how to make good TV
I watched this for the first time in a film class and i was crying so hard I had to step out it was embarassing but the movie is SO GOOD
Ma Dong Seok is one of my favorite actors ever. i watch anything he’s in and I don’t think i’ve been disappointed yet
"Who is this guy? Hes a beast!"
Me: He is Gilgamesh
Y’all should watch “Sweet Home”, another fun Korean horror/drama and I think it’s somewhat of a monster of the week format would lend itself well to a weekly reaction
Yes! Love this series!
it was on my watchlist, but seeing in the trailer the monster looks very CGI-ish I never got to start watching it lol
@@tenerife_sea the monster CGI is fairly hit or miss, but it’s still worth a watch imo. Lots of tension, cool monster designs/concepts and somewhat of an ensemble cast of intriguing characters
3:38 he is the gilgamesh in Eternals 👍 Don Lee!!!!
This movie was fucking fantastic and I’m SO HAPPY you guys have finally decided to tune in and watch it
23:29 The contact name “수안엄마” actually means “Su-an's Mom”, not ex-wife. 😂
The big guy's name is Dong Lee. He is a main character in upcoming Marvel movie "ETERNALS"✨️
Very surprises you haven't seen this yet, but glad to be able to see your reaction to this masterpiece.
One of the most heartbreaking zombie movies I’ve ever encountered…
I watched this movie after watching Parasite because I was drawn to Korean movies and was thrilled how fast it got into the action. It was just non-stop and so good! IF you haven't seen it, you need to watch Alive as well. It's another Korean zombie movie.
"it's the guy from Squid Game"
you guys got it backwards...lol
this is one of the all time best zombie flicks.
It doesn't matter how many times I watch this movie I always cry at the end.
I just watched this last Saturday for the first time! I wasn't prepared for how awesome it was going to be.
The guy Don Lee who is "super familiar" is one of the Eternals. 👍
Yup! We eventually realize that during our reaction haha
Gilgamesh is a beast!
Please checkout Kingdom (2019) Korean horror/historical series only 6 episode in season 1 and 2. season 3 coming out soon
Not that soon.
My favorite moment is when he picks his daughter up and starts running early on. The music kicks in. So good.
Greg : "let's watch the sequel"
Me : "don't... Might as well thinking this is the only movie" 😂