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Decision to Leave

Directed by Park Chan-wook · 2022 ·

Short answer

Is Decision to Leave worth watching?

Yes. Decision to Leave (2022) earns an 82% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics (92%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (78%). See the 4 inputs.

82%
Celluloid Score Recommended

4-input transparent breakdown

92% Editorial Rating
78% Audience snapshot · excluded
85 Metascore
★★★½☆ Letterboxd 3.9
7.3 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
2h 18m
Age rating
NR (US) · 15 (UK) · 17+ (Indonesia) · M (Australia) · M18 (Singapore)
Cast
Park Hae-il , Tang Wei , Lee Jung-hyun
Streaming
MUBI
Language
Korean

Also known as 헤어질 결심 La decisión de partir Die Frau im Nebel Decisão de Partir 別れる決心 分手的决心 分手的決心 Ayrılma Kararı

🏆 3 award wins · 2 nominations — Won Best Director, Blue Dragon Film Awards 2022

Where to watch

  • MUBI

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Where to watch Decision to Leave by country

Country Streaming on
India MUBI
Japan Prime Video, Hulu, U-NEXT
Philippines Netflix
South Korea Netflix, TVING
Thailand Netflix
Turkey MUBI
United Kingdom MUBI
United States MUBI

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Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (92/100).
  • General viewers mostly liked it (78%).
  • Metascore signals universal acclaim (85/100).
  • Celluloid Score 82% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.

Best for

  • Viewers who want a well-regarded romance, thriller pick
  • Critics' darlings — stronger with reviewers than general viewers

Not ideal for

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    Is Decision to Leave worth watching?

    Yes — Decision to Leave earns an 82% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded romance, thriller pick. Read our full review (4/5).

    Celluloid verdict

    Park Chan-wook's romantic noir is visually dazzling and emotionally destabilizing in equal measure.

    , Founder & Editor

    Critics (92%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (78%).

    What is Decision to Leave about?

    A detective investigating a mountain death falls for the dead man's enigmatic widow, blurring investigation, obsession, and self-destruction.

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    Critic Reviews

    Short review 4 min read English Decision to Leave

    Decision to Leave (2022) Review: Park's Most Tender Noir

    Decision to Leave is Park Chan-wook's romantic noir about a detective drawn to a murder suspect, a dazzling, melancholy puzzle that trades violence for longing.

    Yes, with reservations. It is an exquisite, grown-up mystery romance for patient viewers who enjoy ambiguity, though its intricate plotting can keep the heart at arm's length.

    Kaiser Khan Founder & Editor

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    Decision to Leave: frequently asked questions

    Is Decision to Leave worth watching?

    Yes. Decision to Leave (2022) has a Celluloid Score of 82%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.

    Where can I watch Decision to Leave?

    In the United States, Decision to Leave streams on MUBI with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home. Elsewhere: MUBI in India; Prime Video, Hulu, U-NEXT in Japan; Netflix in the Philippines; Netflix, TVING in South Korea. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

    How long is Decision to Leave?

    Decision to Leave runs 2 hours 18 minutes (138 minutes).

    What is Decision to Leave rated?

    Decision to Leave is rated NR in the United States, 15 in the UK, 17+ in Indonesia, M in Australia and M18 in Singapore. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

    Who stars in Decision to Leave?

    Decision to Leave is directed by Park Chan-wook and stars Park Hae-il, Tang Wei, Lee Jung-hyun.

    What is the Metascore for Decision to Leave?

    Metacritic's Metascore for Decision to Leave is 85 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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