Netflix fans say hidden gem 'crazy' sci-fi movie 'the best they've ever seen'
The director, celebrated for his dark humour and exploration of social and class issues, seems to have hit the mark again with this 2017 offering. Fans are interpreting the film's underlying messages as a critique of "corporate greed" and a nod to "pro-animal liberation," with some suggesting it even carries undertones promoting veganism.
Despite this, the director has clarified that Okja was not meant to be an indictment of meat consumption but rather a reflection on the treatment of animals in industrial farming.
A Rotten Tomatoes review praises the film: "A brilliantly shot movie that isn't afraid to dive deep into your emotions with its satire on reality. Good performances and visual effects sell the story they're trying to take and leave you rethinking your own morals. It's a special kind of movie, with a message worth telling."
The sci-fi narrative centres around a young girl and her cherished pig, from whom she is inseparable, reports the Mirror US. The twist? The pig is gigantic, leading to its abduction by a global conglomerate.
Mija's heart-wrenching quest to save her cherished pig from cruelty and looming slaughter in the movie throws a spotlight on the contentious issues surrounding animal rights, while beautifully capturing the profound connection shared between humans and animals.
With a stellar cast including Jake Gyllenhaal, Tilda Swinton, Steven Yeun, Lily Collins, and Shirley Henderson, it's no shocker that the flick keeps raking in accolades. One impressed fan wrote: "The performances are generally exceptional."
Another viewer said: "This was one of the strangest movies I've seen in ages, and it was absolutely brilliant. The CGI giant pig was amazing, Jake Gyllenhaal was totally unhinged (and hilarious), and Tilda Swinton was as weird and wacky and wonderful as ever."
Yet, the true hero of the tale is the intrepid farm girl, embodied by South Korean starlet Ahn Seo-hyun, who was a mere 13 at the time of filming. A rave review highlighted: "It touches on a lot of social issues, and the acting from the protagonist, Seo-Hyeon Ahn, was phenomenal." Another said: "It is definitely worth the watch!".
Okja made its grand debut at the Cannes Film Festival back in 2017, snatching up a remarkable four-minute standing ovation from those in attendance. Upon its release, the motion picture garnered a hefty box office sum of 2.3 billion KRW (about £1.6 million) and has been hailed by many as arguably "the best" original movie produced by Netflix.
The much-lauded adventure film Okja is now ready for viewing on Netflix.
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