Concrete Utopia Review: Phenomenal Writing Elevates This Complex Post-Apocalyptic Thriller

Concrete Utopia is an intense thriller that keeps you on the edge of your seat. The concept is simple, but it’s executed brilliantly as writer-director Tae-Hwa Eom has a complete understanding of the subject matter. The film centers on what people would do if society collapsed. Though we’ve seen these movies time and again, Concrete Utopia finds the nuances that bring a sense of necessity to its story. That being said, some of the line delivery can be excessive, but it’s never without purpose and the cast is impeccable overall. In particular, Lee Byung-hun (Squid Game) gives it his all and is easily the standout performance. The setting calls for a large amount of green screen and, at times, it’s distracting, but the cast and crew make the most out of the production so that Concrete Utopia succeeds where it counts most.