Squid Game star’s “devious” and “masterful” thriller lands 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes

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In its world debut, the latest thriller “No Other Choice” starring Lee Byung-hun, has garnered a flawless rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

In an upcoming movie, renowned director and co-writer Park Chan-wook presents a story where the famous actor from “Squid Game” plays You Man-su, a dedicated family man who unexpectedly loses his job after being fired following 25 years of service.

While seeking fresh job opportunities, an individual decides to apply for a much sought-after role that’s been flooded with applications. With dreams of crafting a new lifestyle in mind, Man-su concocts a cunning strategy to outsmart his competition.

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The blackly comic thriller, set to debut in South Korea next month, made its global debut at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival on the 29th of August and has received rave reviews from critics.

So far, there’s been universal acclaim for “No Other Choice“. The movie has a flawless 100% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on the first 14 reviews published on the platform.

The movie, with humor darker than black pasta noodles, is a remarkable piece of cinema, potentially Chan-wook’s greatest work. Considering he directed “The Handmaiden”, this is high praise indeed, according to Time Out.

As a devoted admirer, I can’t help but echo the sentiments expressed by IonCinema.com – Chan-wook truly takes his time in unraveling his intricate, devious narrative. This masterful neo-noir exploration delves into the dangerous allure of fantasies and pushes them to their logical extremes, set against a backdrop of job markets that are increasingly influenced by artificial intelligence. It’s an enthralling journey that keeps you on the edge of your seat!

According to Variety, the recent display of work is adding to the strong argument that Park Chan-wook might be the most graceful director currently active. Meanwhile, The Guardian described the movie as extraordinary and declared it as the best film they had encountered so far at the festival.

The respected publication IndieWire also showered praises, expressing that “The movie is exceptionally empathetic towards its lead character, yet never instills a desire for him to succeed. Lee’s versatile portrayal of Man-su plays a significant role in maintaining the delicate balance between tragedy and comedy, which is characteristic of Park’s work.

Currently, Byung-hun Lee is receiving outstanding feedback for his role as Man-su. Notably, he portrayed the Front Man in the Netflix series “Squid Game,” which wrapped up its three-season journey earlier in the year.

1) There’s currently no set UK or US release date for No Other Choice.

2) On the other hand, seasons 1-3 of Squid Game are now available on Netflix.

3) Additionally, Squid Game: The Challenge will be back for a second season as well.

Read more Squid Game news on our dedicated homepage

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2025-08-30 20:19