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Korean science fiction has steadily evolved, tackling futuristic concepts such as artificial intelligence, virtual realities, and dystopian societies. In 2021, filmmakers explored the metaverse, robotics, and space travel, delivering visually stunning and thought-provoking films. Here are the top Korean sci-fi films from that year. 1. Space Sweepers (승리호) Director: Jo Sung-hee Cast: Song Joong-ki, Kim Tae-ri, Jin Seon-kyu, Yoo Hae-jin Genre: Space Opera, Cyberpunk Language: Korean IMDb Rating: 6.5/10 Plot: In the year 2092, Earth has become nearly uninhabitable, and humanity's elite now reside in a luxurious space station. Meanwhile, a ragtag crew of space junk collectors aboard the ship Victory stumbles upon a humanoid robot named Dorothy, who is rumored to be a deadly weapon. As they navigate corporate conspiracies and intergalactic conflicts, they must decide whether to sell her for profit or fight for something bigger. Space Sweepers is Korea’s first big-budget...

2020 brought a fascinating mix of Korean sci-fi films that explored artificial intelligence, dystopian societies, and mind-bending virtual realities. These movies offered thrilling narratives filled with advanced technology, moral dilemmas, and thought-provoking concepts. 1. Space Sweepers (승리호) Director: Jo Sung-hee Cast: Song Joong-ki, Kim Tae-ri, Jin Seon-kyu, Yoo Hae-jin Genre: Sci-Fi, Action, Adventure Language: Korean IMDb Rating: 6.5/10 Plot: Set in the year 2092, Earth has become nearly uninhabitable, and the privileged live in space colonies. A crew of misfit space junk collectors aboard Victory stumbles upon a humanoid robot named Dorothy, who is secretly a highly dangerous weapon. As different factions try to seize control of Dorothy, the crew faces moral dilemmas about whether to sell her for profit or protect her from those who wish to exploit her. Combining thrilling space battles with emotional depth, Space Sweepers was Korea’s first big-budget space ope...

Korean cinema has continuously explored thought-provoking themes, and futuristic films are no exception. While 2005 itself didn’t have a huge wave of sci-fi releases, several films from the early 2000s shaped the genre and remained popular in that year. These movies take viewers into dystopian worlds, alternate realities, and technologically advanced societies. Here are the best Korean futuristic films that defined this era. 1. Natural City (2003) – A Cyberpunk Love Story Language: Korean IMDb Rating: 5.7/10 Synopsis: In a future where cyborgs are used for labor and pleasure, elite combat officer R must make an impossible choice. He is deeply in love with Ria, a cyborg dancer whose lifespan is set to expire. As he searches for a way to extend her life, he is drawn into a violent rebellion against a corrupt AI-driven society. With its stunning visuals and Blade Runner -inspired aesthetics, Natural City blends romance, action, and deep existential dilemmas. 2. 2009: Lost Me...