FuzzyTagz
If the ambition is to provide two hours of instantly forgettable, popcorn-munching escapism, it succeeds.
Portia Hilton
Blistering performances.
Hani Yassine
i must say this movie is the best movie i ever seen, thanks god i didn't miss it the acting was superb you almost believe that the main actor is a fool in a real life , this movie will make you happy and sad and you will enjoy them both you will enjoy every moment in this movie even the sad moments ! i wont go in details to avoid spoilers but you will not feel it till you watch it, i recommend watching this movie with your kids , it will teach them a lesson about the father love .i'm now a really big fan of Korean movies especially after watching this one sadly most of Hollywood movies now focus on making money more then the content of the movie itself please Korean director keep Korean movies your way!.
Emily
Cooped up on a Wednesday afternoon I was in the mood for a movie and I wanted to expand my horizons by watching a movie in a language other than English. I have been interested in Korean shows and music for the past year so I did some research for a well- rated, heart-warming comedy. "Miracle in Cell No. 7" was one of the first movies to pop up in my search and after reading various reviews on the movie, I searched for a version with English subtitles and made myself comfortable on the couch. Since this Wednesday afternoon just a few months ago, I have viewed this film at least six times and every single time I must prep myself beforehand for the tears that will be shed. Not only will you cry, you will sob into oblivion. What makes this movie so enticing is its ability to make you laugh and smile just as much as it makes you cry. The upsetting and frustrating situation that this family was put in gets more and more heart wrenching throughout the film but even in times of sadness, the cast manages to make you grin from ear to ear. I have recommended this film to a handful of people and every one of those people loved this film. I would not recommend watching this on a first date because this is the hardest I have cried ever.
Rachelle Villanueva
I love watching movies, and this is the first movie that made me cry a LOT (even experienced hyperventilation during some of the really heavy scenes). South Korea is know for their artistic and heavy film making, whatever the genre is, and this film is no exception. Story line is simple; even a child can understand what's going on. We see a goofy and loving father and his Adorable daughter; Rich couple and their innocent daughter taken suddenly by an accident; High official taken by grief due to the loss of a beloved; and a lot of inmates who all have their own special characters to the story. It's the remarkable love between a father and daughter that makes it so simple yet brilliant. First class acting, superb casting, a little bit of comedy. Some scenes are a little too much of a cliché, but who cares? The film totally delivered!
CinemaClown
This will make viewers laugh. And this will make viewers cry. Miracle in Cell No. 7 is a heartwarming tale that depicts the relationship between a 6-year old girl & her mentally challenged father who's accused & convicted for a crime he didn't commit. Awaiting the trial, he is assigned Cell no. 7 which consists of the most hardened criminals & unknowingly convinces everyone that he's a good-hearted fellow who couldn't have committed the crime he's accused of. And so, the inmates get together to help him see his daughter again by breaking her in & also start preparing him for his trial.There is a heavy amount of non-sense & annoyance in the film but there is also a lot of heart that went into its making. Some scenes, no matter how silly or childish, still are able to resonate a feeling of love & the characters look eccentric yet adorable thanks to mesmerizing performances from its cast. The film also carries a huge emotional baggage that is sugar-coated with layers after layers of superbly timed humour but is sure to leave many viewers with tears during its heartbreaking final moments.On an overall scale, Miracle in Cell No. 7 completely surprised me with its heartfelt narration, plethora of childlike but never childish moments, expert use of slapstick humour, vibrant characters & a heart-winning performances from its cast. It may not be great enough to rank amongst the best films of its genre but its soul is certainly at the right place plus it makes up for an immensely satisfying family drama that will leave most of its viewers with a smile on their face & tears in their eyes. Give it a try.
