A Tale of Two Sisters

A Tale of Two Sisters

Our sorrow was conceived long before our birth.

Directed by Kim Jee-woon

Produced by Bom Film Productions, Masulpiri

2003115 min7.1 / 10

A haunting psychological horror that uses supernatural imagery to explore trauma, grief, and the fractured psyche of two sisters grappling with unspeakable family tragedy.

Two sisters return home after a stay in a mental institution, only to face disturbing events and a strained relationship with their stepmother. As eerie occurrences unfold, dark family secrets begin to surface, blurring the line between reality and nightmare.

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  • Is A Tale of Two Sisters sad? Yes, very. More sad than 99% of films.

  • Is A Tale of Two Sisters scary? Yes, very. More frightening than 97% of films.

  • Does A Tale of Two Sisters end with hope? No. Less hopeful than 95% of films.

  • Is A Tale of Two Sisters one of a kind? Yes. More singular than 88% of films.

  • Is A Tale of Two Sisters easy watching? Barely. Less comforting than 86% of films.

  • Is A Tale of Two Sisters violent? Somewhat. More violent than 68% of films.

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