An Asian man in his forties holds up a large ceramic or porcelain pot that's being creatively repurposed as a planter, with a small tree growing from it. The pot appears to be a traditional Asian-style container, possibly a vintage piece, with blue decorative elements visible on its white surface. The drainage holes at the bottom are clearly visible. The photograph is taken from a low angle, making the person and pot appear dramatic against the cloudy sky. In the background, you can see a multi-story residential building and some hillside greenery, suggesting an urban Asian setting.

No Other Choice

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About No Other Choice

One man’s desperation to secure a new job finds him exploring unique ways to eliminate his competitors, in Park Chan-wook’s compelling and madcap thriller.

When paper expert Yoo Man-soo is abruptly laid off, he loses the perfect life he’s worked hard for. So, when a new job comes along, he realises a perfect plan – by getting rid of his competition via any available means. Director Park’s delightfully wicked film features his signature twists, dark humour and exquisite imagery – everything that has made him such a unique cinematic presence.
 

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Duration includes trailers, adverts and any Q&A/panel. For events such as NT Live, Colour Box and Reel & Meal there will be minimal advertising. We do not admit latecomers after the main feature has started and we have a limited food & drink policy.

MAC’s cinema programme has been generously supported by BFI Film Audience Network and Film Hub Midlands.

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