“Roaring Currents” (Korean: “명량”) is a 2014 South Korean historical action film directed by Kim Han-min. The movie is known for its epic portrayal of the Battle of Myeongnyang, a historic naval battle that took place during the Japanese invasions of Korea in the late 16th century. The story revolves around Admiral Yi Sun-shin (played … Read more
“Cold Eyes” (Korean: “감시자들”) is a 2013 South Korean action thriller film directed by Cho Ui-seok and Kim Byung-seo. The movie is known for its intense and suspenseful storytelling, as well as its portrayal of surveillance and crime-fighting operations. The story follows Ha Yoon-joo (played by Han Hyo-joo), a young detective who joins a special … Read more
“The Face Reader” (Korean: “관상”) is a 2013 South Korean historical drama film directed by Han Jae-rim. The movie is known for its exploration of physiognomy, or the art of reading faces, in the context of a historical and political setting. The story is set in the Joseon Dynasty and follows Nae-gyeong (played by Song … Read more
“Miracle in Cell No. 7” (Korean: “7번방의 선물”) is a 2013 South Korean comedy-drama film directed by Lee Hwan-kyung. The movie is known for its heartwarming and emotional story centered around the bond between a father and his daughter. The story follows Yong-gu (played by Ryu Seung-ryong), a mentally challenged man who is wrongfully accused … Read more
“Snowpiercer” is a 2013 science fiction thriller film directed by Bong Joon-ho, based on the French graphic novel “Le Transperceneige” by Jacques Lob, Benjamin Legrand, and Jean-Marc Rochette. The movie is known for its unique premise, social commentary, and intense action sequences. The story is set in a post-apocalyptic world where Earth has become a … Read more
“The Thieves” (Korean: “도둑들”) is a 2012 South Korean heist action-comedy film directed by Choi Dong-hoon. The movie is known for its ensemble cast, intricate plot, and thrilling heist sequences. The story revolves around a group of skilled thieves from different backgrounds who come together to pull off a major heist in Macau. The thieves … Read more
“A Werewolf Boy” (Korean: “늑대소년”) is a 2012 South Korean fantasy romance film directed by Jo Sung-hee. The movie is known for its unique and touching love story between a young woman and a feral boy with supernatural abilities. The story is set in the 1960s and follows Suni (played by Park Bo-young), a young … Read more
“A Werewolf Boy” (Korean: “늑대소년”) is a 2012 South Korean fantasy romance film directed by Jo Sung-hee. The movie is known for its unique and touching love story between a young woman and a feral boy with supernatural abilities. The story is set in the 1960s and follows Suni (played by Park Bo-young), a young … Read more
“The Man from Nowhere” (Korean: “아저씨”) is a 2010 South Korean action-thriller film directed by Lee Jeong-beom. The movie is known for its intense action sequences, emotional depth, and exploration of themes like redemption and the bond between unlikely allies. The story follows Cha Tae-sik (played by Won Bin), a reclusive and mysterious pawnshop owner … Read more
“Treeless Mountain” is a 2008 South Korean drama film directed by So Yong Kim. The movie is known for its intimate and poignant exploration of childhood, family, and resilience. The story follows Jin (played by Hee Yeon Kim) and her younger sister Bin (played by Song Hee Kim), two young girls who are left in … Read more