The Host (Gwoemul)

Director: Bong Joon-ho

Cast: Song Kang-ho, Byun Hie-bong, Park Hae-il, Bae Doo-na, Ah-sung Ko

(Magnolia Pictures, 2006) Rated: R

US theatrical release date: 9 March 2007 (Limited release)

UK theatrical release date: 10 November 2006 (Limited release)

[9 March 2007]

by Cynthia Fuchs

PopMatters Film and TV Editor

Limb from Limb

The buzz of 2006's Cannes festival, Bong Joon-ho's The Host offers all sorts of visual surprises.

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