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2017 · 120 min · PG-13

Okja

Directed by Bong Joon Ho · Adventure, Drama, Science Fiction, Action

Okja (2017) is a Adventure film, directed by Bong Joon Ho set in Seoul and New York City during the 2010s. It runs 120 minutes and is rated PG-13.

Themes of friendship and consumerism / capitalism run throughout.

Composer
Jung Jae-il
Cinematography
Darius Khondji
Cast
An Seo-hyunTilda SwintonPaul DanoSteven YeunJake GyllenhaalGiancarlo EspositoByun Hee-bongLily Collins

The world of this film

Setting

Where
SeoulNew York City
Setting
MountainUrban
When
2010s

Premise & themes

Themes
FriendshipConsumerism / Capitalism
Tone
Darkly ComicBleak

Shape

Protagonist
Solo LeadFemale LedChild Lead
Pacing
Measured
Based on
Pure Fiction

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