This spring, the highly anticipated film 'Victory' reveals its first press still, featuring a story of challenges and confrontations that one stakes their life on, along with perfect character interpretations by masterful actors.
The film 'Victory' (directed by Kim Hyung-joo, distributed by Bye Poem Studio, produced by Film Company Wolgwang, co-produced by BH Entertainment) tells the story of South Korea's top Go legend Jo Hun-hyeon (Lee Byung-hun) who challenges once again for the top after losing to his disciple.
The released press still for the movie 'Victory' showcases the scene where Go legend 'Jo Hun-hyeon' (Lee Byung-hun) welcomes Go prodigy 'Lee Chang-ho' (Kim Kang-hoon) as his disciple, and features masterful actors embodying diverse characters, raising expectations for the intriguing story.
Firstly, the image of 'Jo Hun-hyeon' walking amidst heated applause at the world's top Go tournament vividly captures the moment he was treated as a national hero, drawing attention. Additionally, in a still where 'Lee Chang-ho' boldly makes a move against Go legend 'Jo Hun-hyeon', Kim Kang-hoon showcases his outstanding acting skills, presenting a legendary chemistry with Lee Byung-hun and revealing his unique presence.
Moreover, Go Chang-seok transforms into the character 'Cheon Seung-pil', a Go reporter and professional player, watching the match between his mentor Jo Hun-hyeon and disciple Lee Chang-ho from a close distance, fully exhibiting his charm. Hyun Bong-sik, with his curly hair well expressing the era's background, smiles as he raises curiosity about the character 'Lee Yong-gak', who connects Jo Hun-hyeon and Lee Chang-ho, promising rich entertainment. Finally, Moon Jung-hee, gazing affectionately at 'Lee Chang-ho', gives an impressive performance as Jo Hun-hyeon's wife, raising interest in how she will portray the character 'Jeong Mi-hwa', who endures the strange tension between the mentor and disciple under one roof while watching everything her husband 'Jo Hun-hyeon' experiences.
Meanwhile, a photo of the real Jo Hun-hyeon holding the championship trophy during a victory parade has been released, heightening expectations. Lee Byung-hun, playing the role of 'Jo Hun-hyeon', raises immersion in the drama with an amazing synchronization rate, already stimulating the desire to watch among potential audiences.
'Victory' is already raising expectations for life-changing challenges and thrilling matches, even with just the first press stills. Directed by Kim Hyung-joo of 'The Sheriff', it's a creation of Film Company Wolgwang, known for producing 'The Spy' and 'Prosecutor's Odyssey'. It is set to premiere in theaters on March 26.
[Photo] Bye Poem Studio, Korea Baduk Association
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