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15 Savage Korean Action Movies to Watch This Year

From Assassination to A Bittersweet Life, below is a list of 15 of the finest Korean action movies that you simply cannot miss out on.

 

While a better part of Korean content has repeatedly managed to sweep audiences off their feet, Korean action movies are still gaining momentum in terms of their popularity. Like any other facet of Korean cinema, Korean action movies are simply mind-blowing. Gritty, captivating and spectacularly smooth, these movies are praised for their thrilling innovations and lightning-fast action sequences. 

 

In the past couple of years. There has been a conspicuous rise in the popularity of Korean action movies. Movies like Kim Jee Woon’s ‘A Bittersweet Life’ and Bong Joon Ho’s ‘Snowpiercer’ have been welcomed by audiences for their excellent narration and brilliant screenplay. Below is a list of 15 such equally heart-pounding Korean action movies that    you simply cannot miss.

 

 

11 | Sunflower

 

 

• Release Year: 2006
• Directed By: Kang Seok Beom
• Stars: Kim Rae Won as Oh Tae Shik, Kang Seok Beom as Doctor 3, Heo Yi Jae, Kim Hae Sook as Tae Shik’s mother, Kim Byeong Ok as Cho Pan Soo, Han Jung Soo as Lee Chang Mu
• Streaming Platform: Amazon Prime Video
• Run Time: 1h 57m
• Movie description: An ex-con’s attempt to start afresh is threatened by a politically backed redevelopment project. 
• Plot: Oh Tae Sik (Kim Rae Won) is an ex-con who has been recently released from jail. As a consequence of much introspection, Oh Tae Sik decides to move back to his hometown and start afresh. There he starts residing with a woman, someone he considers a mother figure. The said lady runs a restaurant that soon becomes the target of a local politician who wants to replace the same with a shopping mall. Following the latter set of incidents, Oh Tae Sik faces a dilemma where he is forced to pick between his past and a life of non-violence.

 

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source : https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/15-savage-korean-action-movies-to-watch-this-year-1211744

[willenette]

*** I've watched his latest movie "Decibel".  I got confused at first watching the movie but when the flashbacks appeared, I got it. The film takes a new turn and shocks viewers with its unexpected plot twist as it reveals what had happened to them in the past. “Decibel” is a story that is more about the sacrifices of the boys in uniform than bombs. I love KRW’s performance where he’s trying to find the bomb as quickly as possible. Lee Jong Suk plays Mensa member and Navy captain Jun Tae Sung who turns out to be the bomb maker. Cha Eun Woo showed his brilliant acting performance and increased my expectations of him as an actor. It's good..... 

[willenette]

*** Filming of K-dramas are not only limited to the Korean peninsula. It's not unusual for the production staff to take us on a global adventure, filming in places like Canada, the United States, and Europe. Through these filming locations, we are able to see and experience even the tiniest bit of Europe's various cultures and landscapes. We're allowed us to travel all across Europe without leaving the comfort of our home like "Black Knight: The Man Who Guards Me", which was filmed in Slovenia. It was later revealed that the specific filming locations can be found in Bled Castle, Logar Valley, Kranj, Ljubljana, and Predjama Castle, among many more. When you watch this drama, the cinematography was absolutely breathtaking, which can be accounted to the gorgeous scenery of Slovenia.  

 

 

 

 

 

[willenette]

*** "The First Responders" Season 2 will air in August, according to SBS. The drama will be titled The First Responders and National Forensic Service. The show delves into the partnership between firefighters and police officers as they track down a serial arsonist. The writer wasted no time and started working on the script for Season 2 right after Season 1 aired, aiming to deliver a well-crafted continuation. Kim Rae Won immediately resumed filming for Season 2 after a short hiatus. I'm looking forward to the S2 since I've watched the S1.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

source : https://v.daum.net/v/20230407140708993

 

 

 

[willenette]

Korean Romantic Movies according to their IMDb ratings

 

25. ...ing (2003)

 

• Movie Genre: Drama, Romance
• Duration: 104 min  
• Star Cast: Kim Rae Won, Jung Woo Sung, Lim Soo Jung, Tae Hyun Cha, Yum Jung Ah
• Director: Jong Kwan Kwon
• Year of release: (2003)
• IMDb Rating:  7.2/10 

We highly recommend watching this 2003 romantic drama. The highly-rated Korean movie features the story of a young student looking for an ideal partner. The movie is directed by Jong Kwan Kwon and features stars including Kim Rae Won, Jung Woo Sung, Lim Soo Jung, Tae Hyun Cha, and Yum Jung Ah among others.

 

 

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source : Pinkvilla

 

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*** Will “The First Responders 2” continues the success of “Taxi Driver 2”? The drama returns in August with season 2. The first season ended with an intense ending that heralded the beginning of a cooperative investigation to catch an arsonist, raising anticipation for season 2. As SBS continues to release hit dramas through the season system, attention is focused on whether they can maintain their success.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

source : https://v.daum.net/v/20230411223003015

[willenette]

*** I'm excited with this Disney+ amazing K-content lineup for 2023. These are high-quality projects, which features top Korean production teams and actors. “The First Responders" S2 will also be available for streaming on Disney+.  

 

 

 

source : https://v.daum.net/v/bzoRDifOhG

[willenette]

*** On a reality show, Kim Rae Won surprised me by sharing each suicide when she ended her first love at the age of 18. According to him, he and the actress are older than each other in a movie. Realizing many similarities, he increasingly loves her girlfriend. The actor’s family and the other half are quite far apart, however, he still tries to arrange work to shuttle his lover every day. Both have more than a year of salty, happy relationship. He recalled the date on the bus, which was also the day the two fell apart. He said that when they were sitting next to each other, his girlfriend received a message from a stranger. No matter how much he tried to ask, he only received the silence from her. Then she frankly said goodbye to him. Due to the sudden, sadness and being too young, he jumped into the river to commit suicide. Fortunately, it was winter, the water was cold, he swam to the shore himself and told himself that it will be the last time he will do something like that. After that first love affair, until now, he has never publicly announced his girlfriend or been involved in romantic rumors with anyone. Never having shared the name of his first love, most viewers thought that the girl that he mentioned was Lee Yo Won – who once worked with him in Scent of a Man. After parting ways with him, she married Park Jin Woo – a businessman and a professional golfer.

 

 

 

source : https://lovekpop95.com/2023/05/01/this-actor-once-jumped-into-the-river-after-being-betrayed-by-his-girlfriend/

[maria1983]

Hello!! Nice to be back here again. 

 

Hope everybody is okay. 

Nice to read all Prince news. 

Thank you, @willenette for all. You are always so hardworking. 

On 5/2/2023 at 9:01 AM, willenette said:

*** On a reality show, Kim Rae Won surprised me by sharing each suicide when she ended her first love at the age of 18. According to him, he and the actress are older than each other in a movie. Realizing many similarities, he increasingly loves her girlfriend. 

This is always sad. But this is life. 

On 11/29/2022 at 5:46 AM, willenette said:

 

@maria1983  do you like him in uniform?   

yes, very much!! 

[willenette]

*** Disney+ unveils its first look at a wealth of upcoming Korean originals slated to debut and currently airing on the service in 2023.  

 

 

15. The First Responders 2

 

 

Starring: Kim Rae Won, Son Ho Jun, and Gong Seung Yeon.

Synopsis: Fictional emergency service workers cooperating to solve cases.

 

 

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source : https://annyeongoppa.com/2023/05/08/list-of-tv-series-documentaries-and-variety-shows-coming-to-disney-this-2023/

[willenette]

ReKommendations: From XO, Kitty to One Day Off, Call It Love, and more; Unexpected storylines that we love

With the weekend nearing, we have another set of fun Korean shows to tune into. These have some very interesting storylines and would be the perfect for your K-drama lover heart.

Our weekly recommendations listicle for Korean shows is back with another bunch of intriguing storylines. With a few ongoing and a few already released suggestions, you can choose what best suits your tastes (we think they’re all amazing). Here are the 5 shows on our ‘ReKommendations’ list this week.

 

 

The First Responders

Right as the name suggests, 'The First Responders', is about the emergency aid team comprising police personnel and firefighters. Starring Kim Rae Won, Son Ho Jun, and Gong Seung Yeon, the show deals with crimes, medical cases, fires, and more. After a successful first season, the show returned with a second part, each with 12 episodes. Scenes of the police station, the paramedical team’s urgency and response, the fire department’s necessity as well as the struggles faced by each sector’s people have been explored in the story.

 

 

 

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source : https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/rekommendations-from-xo-kitty-to-one-day-off-call-it-love-and-more-unexpected-storylines-that-we-love-1222834

[maria1983]

Hello!! 

 

Thank you, @willenette!! Always so hard working, keeping us informed about our Prince. Amazing Prince! 

 

[willenette]

5 minutes ago, maria1983 said:

Hello!! 

 

Thank you, @willenette!! Always so hard working, keeping us informed about our Prince. Amazing Prince! 

 

 

@maria1983  so NICE to see you around, dear!  "The First Responders S2" is coming soon. Can't wait! 

[maria1983]

On 5/27/2023 at 7:25 PM, willenette said:

 

@maria1983  "The First Responders S2" is coming soon. Can't wait!  

Just perfection 

Our Prince deserve all. 

 

[willenette]

15 K-Dramas To Vicariously Travel Through This Summer

 

Travel often opens up a vista of many possibilities, whether it’s a chance encounter to an enchanting romantic rendezvous or just a getaway to recharge. It is summer—are you yearning to travel? Well there is a perfect fix for you. You can travel to exotic locations, sample the sights and sounds—absolutely free—and with your favorite characters! Here are 15 K-dramas to vicariously travel through, right within the comfort of your own space.

 

 

“Black Knight”

Who doesn’t love a good reincarnation story? Hae Ra (Shin Se Kyung) is a travel agent who makes her first trip abroad to Slovenia. She meets the dashing businessman Moon Soo Ho (Kim Rae Won), who lives in a sprawling castle. Unbeknownst to Hae Ra, Soo Ho has been looking for her all his life, and their connection spans over 200 years. But can these two overcome their preordained destiny?

The drama was filmed in several areas around the Slovenian slopes, including Bled Castle, Logar Valley, Kranj, Ljubljana, and Predjama Castle around the slopes of Slovenia. “Black Knight” also gives an enticing package of mystery, romance, and magic along with a bird’s-eye view of Slovenia.

Start watching “Black Knight”:

Watch Now

 

 

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credit : soompi news

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NEW EVENT!

 

Quick Poll - A K-Drama Addict's Guide to Popular Korean Words and Phrases!
 

So how many words have you picked up since you started watching K-dramas?  Find out by taking a short quiz. Vote for the words you are inadverently using in your daily conversation with your non K-drama watching chingus and driving them crazy. Let us know how you fared. 

 

 

 

re: Your friendly neighbourhood EO team 

 

@confusedheart @partyon @agenth and @Sleepy Owl

[willenette]

*** Regarding Disney Korea’s OTT Content Team disbanded, are the 2024 K-Drama lineup at risk of cancellation? I guess the 2023 lineup may still be safe and this include "First Responders 2". Disney + is closing down TV channels operated in the Korean, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Southeast Asian markets. Additionally, Pixar, the Disney animation studio, laid off 75 employees, including directors and producers, due to the box office failure of the film “Lightyear.” 

[willenette]

*** The second season of “The First Responders” is gearing up for its premiere! The literal translation of the official Season 2 title is “The Police Station Next to the Fire Station and the National Forensic Service.”  Phew.... what a K-title - too long! “The First Responders” Season 2 is set to premiere on August 4 at 10 p.m. KST as the follow-up to “Revenant.” Looking forward to this drama.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

source : https://entertain.naver.com/now/read?oid=109&aid=0004877747

 

 

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“The First Responders” Season 2 Confirms Premiere Date

 

 

The second season of “The First Responders” is gearing up for its premiere!

 

Starring Kim Rae Won, Son Ho Jun, and Gong Seung Yeon, “The First Responders” is a drama about members of the police force, fire department, and paramedic team as they come together to help their city in any way they can.

 

Season 1 started airing last November and concluded its 12-episode run at the end of 2022.

 

The literal translation of the official Season 2 title is “The Police Station Next to the Fire Station and the National Forensic Service.” Season 2 will draw out the upgraded teamwork between the fire department that puts out the fires, the police force that catches crime, and the National Forensic Service (NFS) that catches evidence as they face unprecedented events.

 

Kim Rae Won, who was in perfect sync with his character Jin Ho Gae in Season 1, Son Ho Jun, who showcased both a sharp and humane side as firefighter Bong Do Jin, and Gong Seung Yeon, who impressed through her portrayal of paramedic Song Seol with a strong and easygoing charm, will reprise their roles and showcase upgraded acting skills and stronger chemistry in Season 2.

 

The production team remarked, “Season 2 of ‘The First Responders’ is a drama that the production team and actors who paved the way for ‘Korean [investigation] cooperation dramas’ through ‘The First Responders’ decided to produce in order to present viewers with intense pleasure once again.”

 

“The First Responders” Season 2 is set to premiere on August 4 at 10 p.m. KST as the follow-up to “Revenant.” Stay tuned!

 

 

 

credit : soompi news

[willenette]

*** Korean movie "Decibel" is available to order on DVD with English subtitles from YESASIA.  

 

 

 

Directed by Hwang In-ho

With Kim Rae-won, Lee Jong-suk, Jung Sang-hoon, Park Byung-eun, Lee Sang-hee, Jo Dal-hwan,...

Synopsis
Don't make a noise otherwise the bomb will go off
Former lieutenant commander Do-yeong (Kim Rae-won) suffers from PTSD caused by the hellish submarine accident in which he lost his colleagues. Even though he is revered as a national hero, he feels guilty and tormented by his own family estrangement.
One day, Do-yeong receives a cryptic phone call from a mysterious person, threatening he'll blow up a football stadium with improvised explosives triggered by a certain decibel. In the nick of time, Do-yeong saves innocent lives but the terrorist remains intent on inflicting further casualties, including Do-yeong's wife and daughter. Now he must race against the clock to track the terrorist down and save his family as well as other people. Amid this impossible task, the unforeseen consequences of a secret he left buried in the deep sea resurfaces.

Release date in Korea : 2022/11/16

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*** SBS' “The First Responders,” will return for a second season. The National Forensic Service will join the two agencies, according to Disney+. The fierce fight against a serial arsonist, which was left as a cliffhanger in the previous season is expected to conclude this season.