The South Korean film industry is back with various interesting genres ready to grace cinema screens in December 2024. Check out more!
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These films cover many themes, from action epics to family dramas, offering an entertaining and meaningful cinematic experience. Here are five Korean movies scheduled for release this month.
1. The Unrighteous
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The horror genre also enlivened the cinema with The Unrighteous, which premiered at the Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival in July 2024. This film centers on Joo Hyeon (Lee Hyun Woo), a friendly but problematic small apartment resident with his neighbor, Shin Hye (Moon Jeong Hee). A small conflict between the two triggers horrific events that endanger the apartment residents. This film will be released starting December 4, 2024.
2. Harbin
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Set during the Japanese colonial era, Harbin tells the story of Ahn Jung Geun's (Hyun Bin) struggle against the Japanese occupation. He carries out a dangerous mission to end colonial domination by assassinating an important Japanese figure, Ito Hirobumi. This film presents action and a spirit of patriotism, with supporting actors such as Park Jung Min and Jeon Yeo Bin. After premiering at the Toronto International Film Festival in September 2024, Harbin will be released on December 25, 2024.
3. About Family
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The family comedy film About Family, directed by Yang Woo Seok, presents a warm story about family dynamics. Ham Mu Ok (Kim Yun Seok), a famous restaurant owner, must accept his son's (Lee Seung Gi) decision to become a monk. The situation becomes even more complicated when Mu Ok unexpectedly gets a grandson. The film explores the meaning of family with a touch of humor and emotion and will be released on December 11, 2024.
4. Firefighters
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The film Firefighters, which is based on the real-life incident of a major fire in the Hongje area of Seoul in March 2001, depicts the tireless struggle of firefighters. Directed by Kyung Taek Kwak, the film stars Joo Won, Kwak Do Won, Yoo Jae Myung, Lee Yoo Young, and Lee Joon Hyuk. The story begins in the early hours of March 4, 2001, when a firefighting team, including Cheol Woong (Joo Won), receives an emergency call that changes their lives. The film will be released on December 4, 2024.
5. One Win
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Taking the theme of sports, One Win tells the journey of Kim Woo Jin (Song Kang Ho), a volleyball coach who always fails to win. When given the responsibility of coaching a women's volleyball team that is almost disbanded, he is determined to win just one match. The film presents an inspiring story about determination and perseverance, with other cast members such as Park Jung Min and Jang Yoon Ju. One Win is scheduled to air on December 4, 2024.
These five films offer a diverse viewing experience, from heroic action to touching family stories. For fans of Korean cinema, December 2024 is a month full of interesting choices. Which film are you most looking forward to?
