- Korean Film News
- HA Jung-woo explores his dark side
- by Yi Ch' ang-ho (KOFIC) / Feb 11, 2008
HA Jung-woo explores his dark side
Internationally recognised actor HA Jung-woo, explores the dark side of humanity through his take on a serial murderer in Chaser. He is tracked down by a shady former detective played by KIM Yun-seok. First-time feature film director NA Hong-jin was in charge.
The dark thriller examines society and politics through a story that sees a confessed killer released unpunished while touching upon issues as prostitution and corruption.
HA commanded attention with his role in The Unforgiven, a film praised at international film festivals. He increased his international appeal opposite of Vera Farmiga in KIM Gina’s Never Forever.
KIM received praise for his supporting roles in numerous films which earned him this leading role. NA previously directed the short film A Perfect Red Snapper Dish. Chaser opens on February 14.
Yi Ch’ang-ho (KOFIC)
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