Content Warnings
- 🟡 60/100 Brief scene with partial nudity and sexual content.
- 🟡 30/100 Characters shown smoking cigarettes.
- 🔴 95/100 Graphic scene of violence with blood and intense physical harm.
- 🔴 100/100 Prolonged violent confrontation with weapons and severe injuries.
- 🟡 60/100 Use of strong profanity.
- 🔴 70/100 Repeated use of strong language in a heated argument.
Details for Boksuneun naui geot (2002)
What is the plot of 'Boksuneun naui geot' (2002)?
'Boksuneun naui geot' (Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance) follows the story of Ryu, a deaf factory worker who kidnaps his former boss's daughter to pay for his sister's kidney transplant. However, things go horribly wrong, leading to a cycle of revenge and violence.
Who are the main actors in 'Boksuneun naui geot' (2002)?
The main actors in 'Boksuneun naui geot' include Kang-ho Song as Park Dong-jin, Shin Ha-kyun as Ryu, Bae Doona as Cha Yeong-mi, and Ji-Eun Lim as Ryu's sister.
Is 'Boksuneun naui geot' part of a film series?
Yes, 'Boksuneun naui geot' is the first film in Park Chan-wook's 'Vengeance Trilogy,' followed by 'Oldboy' (2003) and 'Sympathy for Lady Vengeance' (2005). Each film explores themes of revenge but features standalone stories.
What are the major themes of 'Boksuneun naui geot'?
The film explores themes of revenge, moral ambiguity, and the cyclical nature of violence. It delves into the consequences of desperate actions and the futility of vengeance.
Who directed 'Boksuneun naui geot' (2002)?
The film was directed by Park Chan-wook, a renowned South Korean filmmaker known for his visually striking and thematically complex movies.
