Korean films are increasingly becoming a separate movie world, especially as these films have been released globally and are appreciated for their quality and content. Korean films are very different from European and American films with their unique style. Romantic films with emotional stories have made a strong impression on the audience. In addition, action movies bring cinematic appeal and drama. These films not only marked the return of the action genre in the 2000s, but also became the face of Korean cinema. In addition, horror films also have an important place in the history of Korean cinema. These films not only cause obsession for viewers when watching through the screen but also portray the dark sides of society. With a full range of film genres, Korean films are constantly capturing the attention of global audiences and will continue to make viewers laugh and cry with their emotional stories and extremely engaging action sequences. .
1 Parasite
Parasite - The most popular movie in Korean history. Image source: vietgiaitri
Parasite Official Trailer
The movie Parasite is a 2019 South Korean film, directed by Bong Joon-ho, and became the highest-grossing film in Korean history. The film is about the Kim family, a poor family living in a dark apartment. One day, the son of the Kim family is asked for help to pretend to be a tutor for the Park family, a wealthy family.
Gradually, the whole Kim family sneaked into the Park family, doing various jobs in the house, not letting Park know. However, the Park family's life is gradually disturbed by strange events, causing the relationship between the two families to begin to completely fall apart.
The film Parasite was praised a lot for the script, the actors' acting, and the logical way of building the plot. The film won the Palme d'Or award at the 2019 Cannes Film Festival and the Academy Award for Best Picture at the 92nd Academy Awards.
Release year: 2019
Directed by: Bong Joon-ho
Screenwriter: Bong Joon-ho
Actors: Song Kang-ho, Lee Sun-kyun, Cho Yeo-jeong,...
Genre: Black Comedy, Thriller, Drama
Duration: 132 minutes
Revenue: $263.1 million
2 The Admiral: Roaring Currents
The Admiral: Roaring Currents - one of Korea's best and most popular war films. Image source: blogspot
The Admiral: Roaring Currents - The Official Trailer
The Admiral: Roaring Currents is a historical Korean war film released in 2014. The film revolves around the confrontation between Japanese and Korean forces in 1597, when the famous Korean general was Yi Sun-shin must oppose the overwhelmingly powerful Japanese army.
Director Kim Han-min has been very successful in recreating the tough sea war and intense pressure between the generals. The action scenes in the film are filmed with sophisticated graphic techniques and performed in a realistic way, giving the audience a lifelike feeling.
The main role of the film was played by Choi Min-sik, who really convinced the audience with his portrayal of the legendary general Yi Sun-shin. The film also has the participation of many other famous actors such as Ryu Seung-ryong, Cho Jin-woong, ...
To sum up, Dai Sai Gon is considered as one of the best Korean war movies, giving viewers moments of suspense and touching.
Release year: 2014
Directed by: Kim Han-min
Screenwriters: Jeon Cheol-hong, Kim Han-min
Actors: Choi Min-sik, Ryu Seung-ryong, Cho Jin-woong,...
Genre: Action, War History,...
Duration: 127 minutes
Revenue: 138.3 million USD
3 Extreme Job
Extreme Job - The 3rd hit movie brings viewers into a sense of closeness with the characters and their funny situations that are worth watching the most. Photo credit: peigerfabrics
Extreme Job Official Teaser Trailer
Extreme Job is a South Korean action comedy film, released in 2019. The film tells about 5 policemen who have failed their missions and are on the verge of losing their jobs. Hoping to find the flaws of a drug cartel, they decide to open a fried chicken bar and install surveillance cameras to monitor the gang's activities.
However, unexpected things happened when their fried chicken bar not only became a success, but also made the officers TV stars. Their popularity not only led to the gradual loss of their original purpose, but also made them targets of drug cartels.
Extreme Job is considered a fun, funny and action-packed movie, bringing viewers into a sense of closeness with the characters and their funny situations.
Release year: 2019
Director: Lee Byeong-heon
Writer: Bae Se-young
Cast: Ryu Seung-ryong, Lee Hanee, Jin Seon-kyu,...
Genre: action comedy
Duration: 111 minutes
Revenue: $120 million
4 Along with the Gods: The Two Worlds
One of the hit Korean movies worth watching and enjoying. Image source: The Movie Database
Along with the Gods: The Two Worlds Trailer #2
The movie "Along with the Gods: The Two Worlds" is a Korean fantasy film that tells the story of a firefighter named Kim Ja-hong who passed away after saving a little girl in an accident. fire and was led to death's headquarters to be judged 7 times on 7 floors, each floor representing basic human sins, for 49 days.
The film combines many genres together, from action to psychological, bringing a story with special charm. The actors in the film all performed very well their roles, bringing viewers to deep and unforgettable emotions.
In addition, the film also exploits the concept of morality, life values, life after death in a subtle and creative way. Along with beautiful visuals and great visual effects, The Challenge of Death: Between Two Worlds is a movie worth watching and enjoying.
Release year: 2017
Directed by: Kim Yong-hwa
Screenwriter: Kim Yong-hwa
Actors: Ha Jung-woo, Cha Tae-hyun, Kim Hyang-gi,...
Genre: Fantasy, Drama
Duration: 139 minutes
Revenue: 108.2 million USD
5 Ode to My Father
Ode to My Father - Korean drama is meaningful and gives viewers the most authentic experience. Image source: ricard.blog
Ode To My Father Official Trailer
"Ode to My Father" is a South Korean theatrical film, released in 2014 and directed by Yoon Je-kyoon. The film tells the story of a man named Duk-soo, from when he was young to old.
The film begins with Duk-soo and his family being separated during the evacuation before entering the Korean War. Duk-soo promises his father that he will protect and care for his mother and sister. From there, the film follows Duk-soo's journey more than half a century later, as he tries to keep his promise to his father and find a way to keep his family strong.
In the process of searching for a way to help his family stabilize and develop, Duk-soo experiences ups and downs, from working as a sidekick to earn a living, to participating in the construction and development of Korea after the war. , and finally a successful business career. In the film, the audience will follow the life of Duk-soo, can he keep his promise to his father and help his family have a peaceful and happy life?
Release year: 2014
Directed by: Yoon Je-kyoon
Screenwriter: Park Su-jin
Actors: Hwang Jung-min, Yunjin Kim,...
Genre: Drama
Duration: 130 minutes
Revenue: 99 million USD
6 Train To Busan
Train To Busan - Action thriller that takes millions of tears from the audience. Image source: moviesjoy.cc
Train To Busan Official Trailer #1
"Train to Busan" is a brutal horror film, revolving around the journey on a train from Seoul to Busan in the context of the world being affected by a zombie epidemic.
The film revolves around the story of Sok-woo, a busy father with his daughter Su-an. They board the train to Busan to meet Su-an's mother. But when the train started to run, one of the passengers was bitten by a zombie, and soon the pandemic infiltrated and began to spread on the train.
Along with a group of other characters, Sok-woo and Su-an will have to fight to survive and win the way to Busan. However, in the meantime, they face constant zombie attacks and the survivors on the ship, do not unite and often find ways to deceive and betray each other.
One of the special features of the film is the combination of horror and touching elements, helping the audience to empathize with the characters in the film. However, the film also marks a significant breakthrough of Korean cinema in the horror genre and revives the voice of the zombie movie genre after a period of silence in the market.
Release year: 2016
Directed by: Yeon Sang-ho
Screenwriter: Park Joo-suk
Actors: Gong Yoo, Jung Yu-mi, Ma Dong-seok,...
Genre: Action, Horror
Duration: 118 minutes
Revenue: $98.5 million
7 Masquerade
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Masquerade Official Main Trailer
"Masquerade" is a 2012 South Korean film, starring Lee Byung-hun, Ryu Seung-ryong, and Han Hyo-joo.
The film tells the story of Emperor Gwanghae, who is obsessed with the internal power struggle in the imperial court. Wanting to protect himself, he decided to find a fake character to replace him. This fake emperor is Ha-seon, a smart farmer, but ignorant of court etiquette.
As Ha-seon plays the emperor, he must learn to deal with the complex problems of the court, and ambitious opponents who want to overthrow his throne. At the same time, Gwanghae, in the role of Ha-seon, must face his love and responsibility towards his nation.
With the excellent acting of the actors, the suspenseful plot and the thrilling plot, Masquerade has won many international awards and has become one of the most watched Korean films.
Release year: 2012
Directed by: Choo Chang-min
Screenwriter: Hwang Jo-yoon
Actors: Lee Byung-hun, Ryu Seung-ryong, Han Hyo-joo
Genre: History, Drama
Duration: 131 minutes
Revenue: 94.3 million USD
8 Veteran
Veteran - The film gives audiences a series of the best dramatic action situations. Image source: AsianWiki
Veteran Official Trailer
The film "Veteran" was produced in 2015 and is a South Korean action film. The film follows the struggle of an investigator named Seo Do-cheol, who is investigating a high-profile case and discovers that young millionaire Jo Tae-ho uses money to cover up criminal acts
During the investigation, Seo Do-cheol is thwarted by corrupt officials and Jo Tae-ho's security guards. However, he did not give up and used all means to reach out to his audience.
"Veteran" gives audiences a variety of dramatic action situations, especially in the fight and chase scenes. The film also shows the lack of fairness and corruption of some powerful people in Korean society. The main actors in the film include Hwang Jung-min, Yoo Ah-in and Yoo Hae-jin.
Release year: 2013
Director: Ryoo Seung-wan
Writer: Ryoo Seung-wan
Cast: Hwang Jung-min, Yoo Ah-in,...
Genre: action comedy
Duration: 123 minutes
Revenue: $92 million
9 Along with the Gods: The Last 49 Days
Along with the Gods: The Last 49 Days - A hit fantasy Korean drama that is hard to ignore. Image source: flixwatch
Along with the Gods: The Last 49 Days Trailer #1
The film Along with the Gods: The Last 49 Days is a South Korean fantasy film produced in 2018. It is a sequel to the movie "Along with the Gods: The Two Worlds", released in 2017. The film follows the journey of 3 gods of death Gang-rim, Haewonmak and Lee Deok-choon leading their 49th soul Kim so-hong through the gates of hell.
In the film, the main characters face and overcome many challenges to solve problems of sin, obligation, and affection in their lives. The drama stars a talented Korean cast, such as Ha Jung-woo, Ju Ji-hoon, and Kim Hyang-gi.
Release year: 2018
Director: Kim Yong-hwa
Cast: Ha Jung-woo, Ju Ji-hoon, Kim Hyang-gi, Ma Dong-seok,...
Genre: fantasy
Duration: 141 minutes
Revenue: $92.5 million
10 Assassination
A highly entertaining film and is considered a must-watch work of the Land of Kim Chi cinema. Photo credit: cineb
Assassination Official Trailer 2
The movie "The Hunting Mission" is an action, sensational film that was released in 2015. The film has the participation of famous Korean actors such as Jun Ji-hyun, Lee Jung-jae, Ha. Jung-woo and was highly appreciated by film experts and audiences.
The content of the film revolves around the story of a revolutionary soldier Yem Sek-jin, under Japanese rule of Korea, assassinated Japanese businessman Kang In-guk but failed. Since then, many events have happened in the film.
In addition, the film also focuses on exploiting the relationships between the characters where they live, in turn, tricks and schemes with multidimensional intentions that put the characters in difficult situations, including love. , power, hatred and camaraderie.
With action-packed assassins and racing scenes on China's wide streets, "The Hunting Mission" is a highly entertaining film and is considered a must-see work of Korean cinema.
Release year: 2015
Directed by: Choi Dong-hoon
Screenwriters: Choi Dong-hoon, Lee Ki-cheol
Actors: Jun Ji-hyun, Lee Jung-jae, Ha Jung-woo,...
Genre: spy action
Duration: 140 minutes
Revenue: $90.9 million
