[OSENWORLD] Director Park Chan-wook’s latest film No Other Way continued its stellar festival run with rave reviews following its official screening at the 63rd New York Film Festival (NYFF).
The film, starring Lee Byung-hun, captivated audiences at its NYFF premiere on October 9 (local time), earning thunderous applause and glowing reviews from critics. Both Park and Lee attended the screening and post-screening Q&A, where the packed theater celebrated the film’s tense yet darkly humorous narrative.
Following its world premiere at the Venice International Film Festival in August, No Other Way has continued to draw critical buzz across major global festivals — and remarkably, it still holds a 100% critics’ score on Rotten Tomatoes, underscoring its place as one of the year’s most acclaimed films.
The Hollywood Reporter lauded the film for “capturing Park’s trademark sense of tension, unease, and immaculate craftsmanship,” while The Daily Beast hailed it as “another monumental achievement for one of contemporary cinema’s great auteurs.” ScreenRant praised it as “a piercing reflection of our times,” and Culture Mix noted that “the performances are simply extraordinary.”
Blending Park’s signature tension, dark wit, and emotional depth, No Other Way has quickly become one of the most talked-about films on the international festival circuit.
The story follows Man-su (Lee Byung-hun), a man who once felt he had achieved everything in life — until he’s abruptly laid off. Struggling to protect his family and the home he worked so hard to secure, he finds himself waging an unexpected personal war for survival.
With its blend of gripping storytelling, black comedy, and Park’s masterful visual style, No Other Way stands as yet another testament to the director’s singular vision, while Lee Byung-hun’s commanding performance further amplifies the film’s global resonance.
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