NYT ranks 'Oldboy' and 'Memories of Murder' in 100 Greatest Films of the 21st Century'

Two South Korean films have been included in the list, 100 Greatest Films of the 21st Century.

The New York Times announced the list on Thursday, and Park Chan-wook's 2005 film "Oldboy" was ranked 43rd, while the 2003 film "Memories of Murder" directed by Bong Joon-ho was ranked 99th.

The newspaper stated that "Oldboy" portrayed "operatic violence" as a twisted thriller, while "Memories of Murder" gave the perspective on "human limits against incomprehensible evil through unexpected humor."

Also notable is Korean-Canadian director Celine Song's 2023 film "Past Lives," ranking 86th, which unfolds a story of love, fate and time between New York and Seoul.

The ranking was compiled from 500 renowned directors, producers and actors, and the list includes movies that were released after January 1st, 2000.

The New York Times released the list this week and will be releasing the top 20 later on Friday, local time.