Netflix’s Korean crime thriller series, Mercy For None, comprises a solid cast, featuring some of the most well-known acting talents of the Korean showbiz industry. While the narrative treatment of the revenge saga is pretty basic in its approach, it is the unique visual style, brilliant action choreography, and compelling performance by the cast that make the series work so well. Before moving to the cast and character details, the stunt crew’s remarkable efforts should be acknowledged, who not only brought a number of memorable action sequences to life but also maintained the tone of gritty, grounded violence the series was aiming at.
Nam Gi-jun Played by So Ji-sub
Beginning his journey as a fashion model, Korean actor/rapper So Ji-sub made his mark through his performances in acclaimed movies like I’m Sorry, I Love You and Rough Cut and also on the small screen in Phantom,...
Nam Gi-jun Played by So Ji-sub
Beginning his journey as a fashion model, Korean actor/rapper So Ji-sub made his mark through his performances in acclaimed movies like I’m Sorry, I Love You and Rough Cut and also on the small screen in Phantom,...
- 6/9/2025
- by Siddhartha Das
- Film Fugitives
Lee Seung Gi Wins Big Against Hook Entertainment(Photo Credit –Instagram)
Lee Seung Gi began his legal battle against his former agency back in 2022. He accused Hook Entertainment of not paying him any of his rightful income for the last 18 years for all of his music-related work. The actor sent a legal notice to the company, and the unpaid amount was settled. However, the dispute went further when Hook Entertainment filed a counter-lawsuit against Lee Seung Gi.
According to Korea Daily, on April 4, the Seoul Central District Court held a hearing for the lawsuit filed by the company. The court has dismissed all of its counterclaims, ruling in favor of Lee Seung Gi. Hook Entertainment has been ordered to pay 581 million Krw to the actor, excluding delayed interest. However, the legal costs should be split between both parties, as ordered by the court.
Lee Seung GI Won His Lawsuit!!
He...
Lee Seung Gi began his legal battle against his former agency back in 2022. He accused Hook Entertainment of not paying him any of his rightful income for the last 18 years for all of his music-related work. The actor sent a legal notice to the company, and the unpaid amount was settled. However, the dispute went further when Hook Entertainment filed a counter-lawsuit against Lee Seung Gi.
According to Korea Daily, on April 4, the Seoul Central District Court held a hearing for the lawsuit filed by the company. The court has dismissed all of its counterclaims, ruling in favor of Lee Seung Gi. Hook Entertainment has been ordered to pay 581 million Krw to the actor, excluding delayed interest. However, the legal costs should be split between both parties, as ordered by the court.
Lee Seung GI Won His Lawsuit!!
He...
- 4/5/2025
- by Moupriya Banerjee
- KoiMoi
Cha Eun-Woo Reportedly Declined Hong Sisters (Photo Credit – Instagram)
Popular South Korean actor and idol Cha Eun-Woo, who also leads the boy band Astro, was in talks to feature in the upcoming Hong Sisters’ K-drama. The Hong Sisters – Hong Jung-Eun and Hong Mi-Ran are renowned writers in the industry who are known for popular dramas like Alchemy of Souls, A Korean Odyssey, and Hotel del Luna, among others. However, as per recent reports, it has been stated that the actor has declined the offer, sparking speculations about his future plans.
Eun-Woo was recently seen in a few K-dramas last year, including Island, A Good Day to Be a Dog, and Wonderful World. The actor enjoys a massive fanbase who love him not only for his acting skills or vocal range but also his good looks and charming presence. He balances both of his worlds – acting and music beautifully.
However, Cha...
Popular South Korean actor and idol Cha Eun-Woo, who also leads the boy band Astro, was in talks to feature in the upcoming Hong Sisters’ K-drama. The Hong Sisters – Hong Jung-Eun and Hong Mi-Ran are renowned writers in the industry who are known for popular dramas like Alchemy of Souls, A Korean Odyssey, and Hotel del Luna, among others. However, as per recent reports, it has been stated that the actor has declined the offer, sparking speculations about his future plans.
Eun-Woo was recently seen in a few K-dramas last year, including Island, A Good Day to Be a Dog, and Wonderful World. The actor enjoys a massive fanbase who love him not only for his acting skills or vocal range but also his good looks and charming presence. He balances both of his worlds – acting and music beautifully.
However, Cha...
- 3/13/2025
- by Ankita Mukherjee
- KoiMoi
K-dramas have captivated an international audience in recent years with their compelling stories, entertaining characters, and talented cast. While well-written storylines, characterizations, and conflicts are major factors in making a masterpiece K-drama, skilled actors are essential for bringing the words and emotions to life. From dark crime thrillers to heartwarming romantic comedies, K-dramas are elevated by the cast's portrayal of their characters and the chemistry between them.
The performances of the best K-drama stars can either make or break the show. Several iconic K-dramas boast remarkable and compelling characters that are only brought to life when perfectly cast, making it impossible to imagine any other actor in the role. Outstanding performances from actors can make the emotional and dramatic scenes especially unforgettable. K-dramas with perfect casting ensure that audiences can best enjoy tremendous portrayals of beloved characters.
What's Wrong with Secretary Kim (2018) Park Min-young As Kim Mi-so
What's Wrong with Secretary Kim...
The performances of the best K-drama stars can either make or break the show. Several iconic K-dramas boast remarkable and compelling characters that are only brought to life when perfectly cast, making it impossible to imagine any other actor in the role. Outstanding performances from actors can make the emotional and dramatic scenes especially unforgettable. K-dramas with perfect casting ensure that audiences can best enjoy tremendous portrayals of beloved characters.
What's Wrong with Secretary Kim (2018) Park Min-young As Kim Mi-so
What's Wrong with Secretary Kim...
- 11/10/2024
- by Ritika Joshi
- ScreenRant
Disney+ has a new thriller from Korea coming this summer called “The Tyrant” that sounds epic! It’s about a secret project the South Korean government had to make a super virus that could boost their power in the world. But when US spies find out, things get crazy!
The show follows a group of rogue scientists who create this virus, called “The Tyrant Project.” Their plan was to use it to make South Korea more important globally. But then American agents catch wind of what they’re up to and demand the scientists hand over all the virus samples. Yikes!
Here’s where it gets really interesting – during the handoff between the Koreans and Americans, the bioweapon gets stolen! Now both countries and a covert ops team are racing against time to find the virus before something bad happens. With a weapon that dangerous in the wrong hands, this does Not end well!
The show follows a group of rogue scientists who create this virus, called “The Tyrant Project.” Their plan was to use it to make South Korea more important globally. But then American agents catch wind of what they’re up to and demand the scientists hand over all the virus samples. Yikes!
Here’s where it gets really interesting – during the handoff between the Koreans and Americans, the bioweapon gets stolen! Now both countries and a covert ops team are racing against time to find the virus before something bad happens. With a weapon that dangerous in the wrong hands, this does Not end well!
- 7/10/2024
- by Naser Nahandian
- Gazettely
Disney+ will release Korean drama The Tyrant on August 14, starring Jo Yoon-su, Kim Seon-ho and Cha Seoung-won.
The plot revolves around the development of a cutting-edge virus as part of ‘The Tyrant Project,’ directed by a group of rogue scientists working within the South Korean government. The project aspires to elevate their country’s political power on the global stage.
However, before the project can be finalized, a group of U.S. agents uncover the plan and demand that all samples be handed over. The bioweapon is stolen during a secret handover between Korean and U.S. intelligence agencies, which leads to both governments and a black ops team going to war to recover the virus.
In The Tyrant, Jo Yoon-su stars as vengeful assassin Chae Jagyeong and Cha Seoungwon as cold-blooded mercenary Lim Sang.
Kim Seon-ho plays the role of Director Choe,...
The plot revolves around the development of a cutting-edge virus as part of ‘The Tyrant Project,’ directed by a group of rogue scientists working within the South Korean government. The project aspires to elevate their country’s political power on the global stage.
However, before the project can be finalized, a group of U.S. agents uncover the plan and demand that all samples be handed over. The bioweapon is stolen during a secret handover between Korean and U.S. intelligence agencies, which leads to both governments and a black ops team going to war to recover the virus.
In The Tyrant, Jo Yoon-su stars as vengeful assassin Chae Jagyeong and Cha Seoungwon as cold-blooded mercenary Lim Sang.
Kim Seon-ho plays the role of Director Choe,...
- 7/10/2024
- by Sara Merican
- Deadline Film + TV
Adding fantastical elements to K-Dramas enhances plots, deepening character arcs with supernatural themes. Fantasy provides a means for characters to explore desires and hidden truths within a larger storyline. Strong actors bring complex roles to life in fantasy worlds, elevating formulaic narratives with intrigue.
Some of the best K-Drama shows incorporate fantasy elements into their best stories to critical and audience acclaim. Well-known folklore, familiar fantasy novels, or present-day fascination with magic and multiple realities make their way into the cultural consciousness and then come to life on television in K-dramas. Many of the best K-drama romances incorporate aspects of magical realism into their plots. However, the best fantasy shows go all out in delving into hidden worlds and supernatural themes.
Fantastical plotlines elevate formulaic narratives, like procedural dramas, by including another layer of mystery and intrigue.
Having characters exist in fantasy worlds or have mystical powers requires strong actors...
Some of the best K-Drama shows incorporate fantasy elements into their best stories to critical and audience acclaim. Well-known folklore, familiar fantasy novels, or present-day fascination with magic and multiple realities make their way into the cultural consciousness and then come to life on television in K-dramas. Many of the best K-drama romances incorporate aspects of magical realism into their plots. However, the best fantasy shows go all out in delving into hidden worlds and supernatural themes.
Fantastical plotlines elevate formulaic narratives, like procedural dramas, by including another layer of mystery and intrigue.
Having characters exist in fantasy worlds or have mystical powers requires strong actors...
- 3/13/2024
- by Mary Kassel
- ScreenRant
Disney+ is adding another series to its fast-growing Korean drama library, picking up the action spy show The Tyrant.
The series tells the thrilling story of the race to find a bioweapon that is stolen during a secret handover between Korean and US intelligence agencies. The logline reads: “After years of toiling away on a secret project designed to drastically enhance human abilities, the Korean government’s plan is exposed by U.S. intelligence agencies. Furious about being kept in the dark, the U.S. demands all samples be handed over and the project be immediately shut down. But when the covert handover is attacked by an unknown party, agents from both sides will have to work together to avoid the dangerous new formula falling into the wrong hands.”
The series stars Jo Yoon-soo (True Beauty, Juvenile Justice) as skilled infiltrator Chae Jagyeong; Cha Seung-won (Our Blues, A Korean Odyssey...
The series tells the thrilling story of the race to find a bioweapon that is stolen during a secret handover between Korean and US intelligence agencies. The logline reads: “After years of toiling away on a secret project designed to drastically enhance human abilities, the Korean government’s plan is exposed by U.S. intelligence agencies. Furious about being kept in the dark, the U.S. demands all samples be handed over and the project be immediately shut down. But when the covert handover is attacked by an unknown party, agents from both sides will have to work together to avoid the dangerous new formula falling into the wrong hands.”
The series stars Jo Yoon-soo (True Beauty, Juvenile Justice) as skilled infiltrator Chae Jagyeong; Cha Seung-won (Our Blues, A Korean Odyssey...
- 3/6/2024
- by Abid Rahman
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Xo, Kitty, the spinoff of To All the Boys, has an official trailer and release date. The To All the Boys film trilogy, adapted from the Jenny Han novels, originated with the 2018 To All the Boys I've Loved Before, which followed Korean-American teen Lara Jean (Lana Condor)'s romantic drama after her younger sister Kitty (Anna Catchcart) mailed love letters that she wrote to various crushes but never meant to send. The spinoff will follow Kitty, whose confidence in her own matchmaking abilities lands her in a world of trouble when she travels to Korea to visit her long-distance boyfriend.
Today, Netflix unveiled the first official trailer for the upcoming Xo, Kitty season 1.
In addition to introducing the drama between Kitty's desire to be with her boyfriend Dae (Minyeong Choi), the trailer also reveals the fact that Kitty hopes moving to Korea will reconnect her with her late mother. Along with the trailer,...
Today, Netflix unveiled the first official trailer for the upcoming Xo, Kitty season 1.
In addition to introducing the drama between Kitty's desire to be with her boyfriend Dae (Minyeong Choi), the trailer also reveals the fact that Kitty hopes moving to Korea will reconnect her with her late mother. Along with the trailer,...
- 3/22/2023
- by Brennan Klein
- ScreenRant
Many titles disappear from Netflix without warning every day.
This explains why you might have noticed some films and TV shows have been removed while flicking through your watchlist.
In an attempt to avoid a surprise, here is a compilation of everything being removed in March, including several titles labelled as a Netflix Original.
The removals also includes Arrested Development, which has thrown the future availability of its final season into question. Find the full list below.
Nb: The Independent compiled this list with help from What’s on Netflix.
UK
Movies
1 March
The Associate
Balto
Barb Wire
Beethoven
Beethoven’s Big Break
The Blues Brothers
The Boy Next Door
Bridget Jones’s Baby
The Brothers Grimm
Clear and Present Danger
Confusion Na Wa
Connected
Cop Car
The Debt
Disconnect
Doomsday
Escape from Alcatraz
The Expendables
The Expendables 2
The Expendables 3
47 Ronin
Gold Statue
Halloween H20
Hell on the Border...
This explains why you might have noticed some films and TV shows have been removed while flicking through your watchlist.
In an attempt to avoid a surprise, here is a compilation of everything being removed in March, including several titles labelled as a Netflix Original.
The removals also includes Arrested Development, which has thrown the future availability of its final season into question. Find the full list below.
Nb: The Independent compiled this list with help from What’s on Netflix.
UK
Movies
1 March
The Associate
Balto
Barb Wire
Beethoven
Beethoven’s Big Break
The Blues Brothers
The Boy Next Door
Bridget Jones’s Baby
The Brothers Grimm
Clear and Present Danger
Confusion Na Wa
Connected
Cop Car
The Debt
Disconnect
Doomsday
Escape from Alcatraz
The Expendables
The Expendables 2
The Expendables 3
47 Ronin
Gold Statue
Halloween H20
Hell on the Border...
- 3/5/2023
- by Jacob Stolworthy
- The Independent - Film
Many titles disappear from Netflix without warning every day.
This explains why you might have noticed some films and TV shows have been removed while flicking through your watchlist.
In an attempt to avoid a surprise, here is a compilation of everything being removed in March, including several titles labelled as a Netflix Original.
The removals also includes Arrested Development, which has thrown the future availability of its final season into question. Find the full list below.
Nb: The Independent compiled this list with help from What’s on Netflix.
UK
Movies
1 March
The Associate
Balto
Barb Wire
Beethoven
Beethoven’s Big Break
The Blues Brothers
The Boy Next Door
Bridget Jones’s Baby
The Brothers Grimm
Clear and Present Danger
Confusion Na Wa
Connected
Cop Car
The Debt
Disconnect
Doomsday
Escape from Alcatraz
The Expendables
The Expendables 2
The Expendables 3
47 Ronin
Gold Statue
Halloween H20
Hell on the Border...
This explains why you might have noticed some films and TV shows have been removed while flicking through your watchlist.
In an attempt to avoid a surprise, here is a compilation of everything being removed in March, including several titles labelled as a Netflix Original.
The removals also includes Arrested Development, which has thrown the future availability of its final season into question. Find the full list below.
Nb: The Independent compiled this list with help from What’s on Netflix.
UK
Movies
1 March
The Associate
Balto
Barb Wire
Beethoven
Beethoven’s Big Break
The Blues Brothers
The Boy Next Door
Bridget Jones’s Baby
The Brothers Grimm
Clear and Present Danger
Confusion Na Wa
Connected
Cop Car
The Debt
Disconnect
Doomsday
Escape from Alcatraz
The Expendables
The Expendables 2
The Expendables 3
47 Ronin
Gold Statue
Halloween H20
Hell on the Border...
- 3/4/2023
- by Jacob Stolworthy
- The Independent - Film
Many titles disappear from Netflix without warning every day.
This explains why you might have noticed some films and TV shows have been removed while flicking through your watchlist.
In an attempt to avoid a surprise, here is a compilation of everything being removed in March, including several titles labelled as a Netflix Original.
The removals also includes Arrested Development, which has thrown the future availability of its final season into question. Find the full list below.
Nb: The Independent compiled this list with help from What’s on Netflix.
UK
Movies
1 March
The Associate
Balto
Barb Wire
Beethoven
Beethoven’s Big Break
The Blues Brothers
The Boy Next Door
Bridget Jones’s Baby
The Brothers Grimm
Clear and Present Danger
Confusion Na Wa
Connected
Cop Car
The Debt
Disconnect
Doomsday
Escape from Alcatraz
The Expendables
The Expendables 2
The Expendables 3
47 Ronin
Gold Statue
Halloween H20
Hell on the Border...
This explains why you might have noticed some films and TV shows have been removed while flicking through your watchlist.
In an attempt to avoid a surprise, here is a compilation of everything being removed in March, including several titles labelled as a Netflix Original.
The removals also includes Arrested Development, which has thrown the future availability of its final season into question. Find the full list below.
Nb: The Independent compiled this list with help from What’s on Netflix.
UK
Movies
1 March
The Associate
Balto
Barb Wire
Beethoven
Beethoven’s Big Break
The Blues Brothers
The Boy Next Door
Bridget Jones’s Baby
The Brothers Grimm
Clear and Present Danger
Confusion Na Wa
Connected
Cop Car
The Debt
Disconnect
Doomsday
Escape from Alcatraz
The Expendables
The Expendables 2
The Expendables 3
47 Ronin
Gold Statue
Halloween H20
Hell on the Border...
- 3/2/2023
- by Jacob Stolworthy
- The Independent - Film
Many titles disappear from Netflix without warning every day.
This explains why you might have noticed some films and TV shows have been removed while flicking through your watchlist.
In an attempt to avoid a surprise, here is a compilation of everything being removed in March, including several titles labelled as a Netflix Original.
The removals also includes Arrested Development, which has thrown the future availability of its final season into question. Find the full list below.
Nb: The Independent compiled this list with help from What’s on Netflix.
UK
Movies
1 March
The Associate
Balto
Barb Wire
Beethoven
Beethoven’s Big Break
The Blues Brothers
The Boy Next Door
Bridget Jones’s Baby
The Brothers Grimm
Clear and Present Danger
Confusion Na Wa
Connected
Cop Car
The Debt
Disconnect
Doomsday
Escape from Alcatraz
The Expendables
The Expendables 2
The Expendables 3
47 Ronin
Gold Statue
Halloween H20
Hell on the Border...
This explains why you might have noticed some films and TV shows have been removed while flicking through your watchlist.
In an attempt to avoid a surprise, here is a compilation of everything being removed in March, including several titles labelled as a Netflix Original.
The removals also includes Arrested Development, which has thrown the future availability of its final season into question. Find the full list below.
Nb: The Independent compiled this list with help from What’s on Netflix.
UK
Movies
1 March
The Associate
Balto
Barb Wire
Beethoven
Beethoven’s Big Break
The Blues Brothers
The Boy Next Door
Bridget Jones’s Baby
The Brothers Grimm
Clear and Present Danger
Confusion Na Wa
Connected
Cop Car
The Debt
Disconnect
Doomsday
Escape from Alcatraz
The Expendables
The Expendables 2
The Expendables 3
47 Ronin
Gold Statue
Halloween H20
Hell on the Border...
- 3/1/2023
- by Jacob Stolworthy
- The Independent - Film
Many titles disappear from Netflix without warning every day.
This explains why you might have noticed some films and TV shows have been removed while flicking through your watchlist.
In an attempt to avoid a surprise, here is a compilation of everything being removed in March, including several titles labelled as a Netflix Original.
The removals also includes Arrested Development, which has thrown the future availability of its final season into question. Find the full list below.
Nb: The Independent compiled this list with help from What’s on Netflix.
UK
Movies
1 March
The Associate
Balto
Barb Wire
Beethoven
Beethoven’s Big Break
The Blues Brothers
The Boy Next Door
Bridget Jones’s Baby
The Brothers Grimm
Clear and Present Danger
Confusion Na Wa
Connected
Cop Car
The Debt
Disconnect
Doomsday
Escape from Alcatraz
The Expendables
The Expendables 2
The Expendables 3
47 Ronin
Gold Statue
Halloween H20
Hell on the Border...
This explains why you might have noticed some films and TV shows have been removed while flicking through your watchlist.
In an attempt to avoid a surprise, here is a compilation of everything being removed in March, including several titles labelled as a Netflix Original.
The removals also includes Arrested Development, which has thrown the future availability of its final season into question. Find the full list below.
Nb: The Independent compiled this list with help from What’s on Netflix.
UK
Movies
1 March
The Associate
Balto
Barb Wire
Beethoven
Beethoven’s Big Break
The Blues Brothers
The Boy Next Door
Bridget Jones’s Baby
The Brothers Grimm
Clear and Present Danger
Confusion Na Wa
Connected
Cop Car
The Debt
Disconnect
Doomsday
Escape from Alcatraz
The Expendables
The Expendables 2
The Expendables 3
47 Ronin
Gold Statue
Halloween H20
Hell on the Border...
- 3/1/2023
- by Jacob Stolworthy
- The Independent - Film
Many titles disappear from Netflix without warning every day.
This explains why you might have noticed some films and TV shows have been removed while flicking through your watchlist.
In an attempt to avoid a surprise, here is a compilation of everything being removed in March, including several titles labelled as a Netflix Original.
The removals also includes Arrested Development, which has thrown the future availability of its final season into question. Find the full list below.
Nb: The Independent compiled this list with help from What’s on Netflix.
UK
Movies
1 March
The Associate
Balto
Barb Wire
Beethoven
Beethoven’s Big Break
The Blues Brothers
The Boy Next Door
Bridget Jones’s Baby
The Brothers Grimm
Clear and Present Danger
Confusion Na Wa
Connected
Cop Car
The Debt
Disconnect
Doomsday
Escape from Alcatraz
The Expendables
The Expendables 2
The Expendables 3
47 Ronin
Gold Statue
Halloween H20
Hell on the Border...
This explains why you might have noticed some films and TV shows have been removed while flicking through your watchlist.
In an attempt to avoid a surprise, here is a compilation of everything being removed in March, including several titles labelled as a Netflix Original.
The removals also includes Arrested Development, which has thrown the future availability of its final season into question. Find the full list below.
Nb: The Independent compiled this list with help from What’s on Netflix.
UK
Movies
1 March
The Associate
Balto
Barb Wire
Beethoven
Beethoven’s Big Break
The Blues Brothers
The Boy Next Door
Bridget Jones’s Baby
The Brothers Grimm
Clear and Present Danger
Confusion Na Wa
Connected
Cop Car
The Debt
Disconnect
Doomsday
Escape from Alcatraz
The Expendables
The Expendables 2
The Expendables 3
47 Ronin
Gold Statue
Halloween H20
Hell on the Border...
- 2/28/2023
- by Jacob Stolworthy
- The Independent - Film
BBC Studios’ crime series “Criminal Justice” is to be adapted for local consumption in South Korea. The move follows an agreement between BBC and producer Studio M. A local broadcaster has not been revealed.
The Korean version will be directed by Myoung Woo Lee (Backstreet Rookie) and written by Soon Kyu Kwon (Warrior Baek Dong Soo). Top Korean actors Soo Hyun Kim (It’s Okay To Not Be Okay) and Seoung Won Cha (A Korean Odyssey) will star in the drama series. The version will be co-produced with Studio M, Chorokbaem media and Gold Medalist.
The original “Criminal Justice” series, created by Peter Moffat, centers around a young man’s ordeal against the justice system after he is accused of a murder he cannot remember committing. It enjoyed significant success in the U.K. market — where it picked up two BAFTA Television Awards in 2008 for best drama serial and best writer,...
The Korean version will be directed by Myoung Woo Lee (Backstreet Rookie) and written by Soon Kyu Kwon (Warrior Baek Dong Soo). Top Korean actors Soo Hyun Kim (It’s Okay To Not Be Okay) and Seoung Won Cha (A Korean Odyssey) will star in the drama series. The version will be co-produced with Studio M, Chorokbaem media and Gold Medalist.
The original “Criminal Justice” series, created by Peter Moffat, centers around a young man’s ordeal against the justice system after he is accused of a murder he cannot remember committing. It enjoyed significant success in the U.K. market — where it picked up two BAFTA Television Awards in 2008 for best drama serial and best writer,...
- 1/13/2021
- by Patrick Frater
- Variety Film + TV
1. The Guest
With its triangle of investigators, a Catholic Priest (Yoon Hwa Pyung), a Shaman (Choi Yoon) and a Police Detective (Kang Kil Yeong), “The Guest” can be best thought of as a loose spin-off of Na’s “The Wailing” (2015) even though the answers seem clearer cut in the former than the later. Like all good Gothic texts, the crisis in the present can be traced back to a trauma in the past at which the paths of the three intersect. As Bts tell us in “DNA” ‘this is not a coincidence’ (2017). In the present, an outbreak of violent crimes for no apparent reason bring the three together again as they search for the demon behind the outbreak whose capture would resolve their traumatic pasts. Much darker in its approach than many horror themed kdramas, “The Guest”’s tight scripting, clever casting and cinematography mark it out as a must see.
With its triangle of investigators, a Catholic Priest (Yoon Hwa Pyung), a Shaman (Choi Yoon) and a Police Detective (Kang Kil Yeong), “The Guest” can be best thought of as a loose spin-off of Na’s “The Wailing” (2015) even though the answers seem clearer cut in the former than the later. Like all good Gothic texts, the crisis in the present can be traced back to a trauma in the past at which the paths of the three intersect. As Bts tell us in “DNA” ‘this is not a coincidence’ (2017). In the present, an outbreak of violent crimes for no apparent reason bring the three together again as they search for the demon behind the outbreak whose capture would resolve their traumatic pasts. Much darker in its approach than many horror themed kdramas, “The Guest”’s tight scripting, clever casting and cinematography mark it out as a must see.
- 11/6/2018
- by Colette Balmain
- AsianMoviePulse
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