As humans, we are prone to a plethora of emotions throughout our lives.

Sometimes these emotions can mix in a volatile way that can cause us to seek revenge over one another.

It was the second film, coming afterSympathy for Mr. Vengeanceand beforeLady Vengeance.

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Thus, the cycle of revenge moves into full effect.

The protagonist wronged someone, they got revenge on him, and now he wants revenge on them.

It is a cycle that will continue to spiral as each person tries to come out on top.

Dae-Su Oh and Mi-Do in Oldboy

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Unfortunately for Oh Dae-su, the revenge for his actions is far from over like he thinks.

Oh Dae-su told his friend No Joo-hwan (Ji Dae-han) who then spread the rumors across the school.

The ending ofOldboygives a false sense of happiness and closure to viewers.

Choi Min-sik in 2003’s Oldboy

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After all, neither of the characters attempting to get revenge in the film have good endings.

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