Okja

We needed a miracle. And then we got one.

7.3
20172h 2m

Production

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A young girl named Mija risks everything to prevent a powerful, multi-national company from kidnapping her best friend - a massive animal named Okja.

Trailers & Videos

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Trailer 2

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Official Trailer

Thumbnail for video: The Terrifying Real-Life Research Behind 'Okja'!

The Terrifying Real-Life Research Behind 'Okja'!

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Behind Bong Joon Ho’s Genre-Bending Process in 'Okja'

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Bong Joon Ho's Favorite Word While Directing 'Okja'

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A Visual Effects Story

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OKJA Skype Q&A with Director Bong Joon Ho Live from Seoul

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Featurette: Dolby Atmos

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Featurette: Production Diary

Thumbnail for video: Featurette: Mirando is Fucked

Featurette: Mirando is Fucked

Cast

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Tilda Swinton

Lucy Mirando / Nancy Mirando

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Jake Gyllenhaal

Johnny Wilcox

Photo of Giancarlo Esposito

Giancarlo Esposito

Frank Dawson

Photo of Yoon Je-moon

Yoon Je-moon

Mundo Park

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Colm Hill

Sarcastic British Reporter

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Kathryn Kirkpatrick

Epicurean Reporter

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Lee Jung-eun

Okja (voice) / Woman In Wheelchair

Photo of Choi Hee-seo

Choi Hee-seo

Choi Female Interpreter

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Lee Bong-ryeon

Receptionist

Photo of Park Ki-seon

Park Ki-seon

Elderly Security Guard

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Yoon Kyung-ho

Mirando Employee

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Reviews

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Bong Joon-ho has brought us yet another masterpiece. Before viewing Okja, I was a little concerned that it would be just a sappy feel good family film about a kid that developed too much of an attachment to a farm animal.
Now, I'm simply amazed at how Bong manages to always give us such emotionally and politically complicated films.

If you understand his style and knack for subtle commentary, then you will see this as another excellent film in the same vein as The Host.

The obvious commentary is clear but not overwhelming and the subtle bits are in true Bong style. I think many may misinterpret some of his choices, particularly with Gyllenhaal's character and performance, but if you grasp Bong's social and political stances then you'll appreciate the choices.
For anyone who is unaware, all of Bong's movies contain certain elements. There are the overt elements that include humor (sometimes within the least humorous of situations), suspense, emotional connection, the folly of man and a lack of responsibility on the part of a government or corporation. But these elements are supported by subtle inclusions which are dotted throughout his movies like little watermarks and always serve to say the things that should be said without saying them.
Besides these factors, and for those less inclined towards analytical movie watching, there is always a great story and magnificent cinematography.
Okja is no exception.
The only disappointing aspect of this movie is that it just came out, I've already watched it and now I'll have to wait another 2-3 years for another Bong movie to enjoy.
I have seen The Host at least 10 times and I could watch it again right now. I'm certain to see Okja at least two more times with those with whom I enjoy seeing his movies and I don't think it'll feel like a chore either.
In my opinion, Bong is one of the most consistent filmmakers to have ever made a movie and that streak remains unbroken with Okja.

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