The Host (2006) directed by Bong Joon-ho • Reviews, film + cast • Letterboxd
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Following the dumping of gallons of toxic waste in the river, a giant mutated squid-like creature appears and begins attacking the populace. Gang-du's daughter Hyun-seo is snatched up by the creature; with his family to assist him, he sets off to find her.
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GOGOL IN SEOUL: THE FILMS OF BONG JOON-HO – Artforum
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The Host (2006) directed by Bong Joon-ho • Reviews, film + cast • Letterboxd
The Host (2006) directed by Bong Joon-ho • Reviews, film + cast • Letterboxd
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The Host (2006) - IMDb
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The Host (2006) - IMDb
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The Host (2006) directed by Bong Joon-ho • Reviews, film + cast • Letterboxd
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Bong Joon-ho - Wikipedia
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Holding the Baby: Broker's director and star on bringing a cheerful calm to their set • Journal • A Letterboxd Magazine • Letterboxd
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