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My Way

2011·Movie
2h 17min·R

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Relentless energy, striking style, no humor.

Energy

Epic and brutally violent

Fast from start to finish.

  • Spectacle10
  • Violence9
  • Adrenaline8

Heart

Deeply moving and melancholic

  • Pathos9
  • Melancholy8
  • Catharsis5

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Situational Comedy0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

History, war, and a real life story

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Novelty7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Standout direction and performances

  • Direction9
  • Acting8
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout cinematography, editing, and score

  • Cinematography9
  • Editing8
  • Music Composition8

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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You want something to laugh atYou need an uplifting moodGraphic violence bothers you

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About

They met as enemies, but fate brought them together.

During the invasion of Normandy the photograph of a slim Korean man in German uniform was found. It transpired that the man had served as a soldier in the Japanese, Russian and German armies. His incredible story inspired director Kang Je-Gyu to create this epic war drama.
Epic War DramaHistorical ResilienceGrand Scale CombatSurvival StoryCross-Cultural SagaIntense & GrittyHeartbreaking JourneyCharacter-Driven War FilmHumanity in Conflict

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about My Way

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Where can I stream My Way legally?

My Way is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, AsianCrush, Hi-YAH, and Midnight Pulp in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and OnDemandKorea. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is My Way worth watching?

51
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 52/100 (IMDb 7.6, Rotten Tomatoes 21%, and Metacritic 30). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is My Way rated?

RViolenceDisturbing imagery

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is My Way?

2 h 17 min

My Way runs 2 h 17 min.

Is My Way based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on My Way?

Critics26
Audiences78

Not quite. Audiences rate My Way higher (78) than critics (26). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was My Way a box office hit?

Budget$26 million
Box office$17 million

No. It cost about $26 million to make and earned $17 million worldwide, 65% of its budget.

What language is My Way in?

KoreanJapaneseRussianGermanChineseEnglish

It was made in Korean, with some Japanese, Russian, German, Chinese, English. Produced in South Korea.

In how many countries can I watch My Way?

25ATAUBECACHDEDKFIFRGBGGHKIEJP+11

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for My Way in 25 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does My Way use?

The Only One Allowed to Defeat YouRedemption Equals DeathHollywood TacticsArtistic License – HistoryFace–Heel TurnAction BombMan on FireHeroic SacrificeRedemption Earns LifeDramatic IronyTranslation ConventionEven Evil Has Standardsand 66 more

TV Tropes lists 78 storytelling tropes for My Way, including The Only One Allowed to Defeat You, Redemption Equals Death, Hollywood Tactics.