Review:

The Handmaiden (film)

overall review score: 4.5
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The Handmaiden is a 2016 South Korean psychological thriller film directed by Park Chan-wook, inspired by the novel Fingersmith by Sarah Waters. The film follows a young Korean handmaiden who is hired by a con man to help him seduce a wealthy Japanese heiress, with unexpected twists and turns.

Key Features

  • Psychological thriller
  • Directed by Park Chan-wook
  • Based on the novel Fingersmith
  • Set in Korea and Japan

Pros

  • Engaging storyline with unexpected twists
  • Beautiful cinematography
  • Impressive performances by the cast

Cons

  • Some viewers may find certain scenes disturbing or graphic

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Last updated: Wed, Apr 1, 2026, 10:32:26 AM UTC