Squid

About This Movie

So, you might come across 'Squid' and think, why this title? It’s a quiet drama that unravels in a car, the tension building as the family dynamic shifts. The mother, Sun-joo, and her kids, Hae-ji and Geun-chul, are stuck—literally and emotionally. It’s this slow burn that gets you; the atmosphere thick with unspoken frustrations. I found the performances quite raw and genuine, especially as the siblings spiral into blame and conflict. The fantasy elements aren’t in your face, but they hang there, creating a dreamlike quality amidst the tension. The pacing is deliberate; you feel every moment of their entrapment. It’s distinct in how it captures familial unrest in a confined space, and that’s pretty intriguing, I’d say.

Explores themes of familial conflict.Utilizes practical effects subtly.A unique take on emotional drama.