Niko

  • Drama
  • Romance
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In this loveless world, can one be a romanticist?

In the troubled night of Seoul on the verge of apocalypse, Niko, a penniless scriptwriter, works a part-time job as a companion for people who have lost their keys. When she can no longer satisfy her longing for true love in this once melancholic, sensual, and bustling city, she disappears. Her boyfriend Jeremy and their new friend Ji-eun start looking for the missing Niko and become entangled in a love triangle. At last, Niko finds a new, reckless, and ultimate way to express her feelings.

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      • Maestrosonicco

        Review of "In This Loveless World, Can One Be a Romanticist?"

        "Niko" presents an intriguing premise set against the backdrop of a Seoul on the brink of apocalypse. The story follows Niko, a struggling scriptwriter who takes on a peculiar job as a companion for those who have lost their keys. This unique concept offers a fresh take on the search for love and connection in a city that has lost its vibrancy.

        However, despite its promising setup, the film ultimately falls short of delivering a compelling narrative. The character development feels superficial, particularly with Niko, whose motivations and emotional struggles are not explored deeply enough to resonate with the audience. The love triangle involving her boyfriend Jeremy a...

        June 19, 2025
      • Therealnikobts

        NIKO (2025?) Status: Possibly Shelved

        WHATS GOING ON? NIKO is an indie drama-romance filmed in Korea between Dec 2024 Jan 2025, starring Tiffany Young. While initially described as a subtle emotional story about a mysterious woman working part-time helping people who lost their keys (???), no trailer has been released as of July 2025. No cast promotions, no interviews, and the only promo image features Tiffany looking away while a man tries to kiss her... badly Photoshopped.

        SO... WHAT HAPPENED? Based on insider theories and observable signs, NIKO is likely a shelved smut trap. Here's what that means:

        1. The Smut Trap Defined:
          • An actress is signed onto what appears to be a deep, emotionally-driven indie role. ...
        July 5, 2025