Netflix's movie 'Revelation' has shared the top 3 must-see points and the final trailer.
#1. What is human belief?
A sharp question about human instincts! The emergence of a tightly woven and intense psychological thriller.
The first must-see point of the Netflix movie 'Revelation' is a powerful message that throws a sharp question about human belief and faith, featuring a pastor who believes that punishing the culprit of a missing persons case is a divine revelation and a detective who, tormented by the ghost of his deceased brother, follows their respective beliefs.
Renowned director Yeon Sang-ho and writer Choi Gyu-seok, known for captivating audiences worldwide with diverse genre narratives, once again pose fundamental questions about human instincts through 'Revelation.' Based on the comic of the same name, the Netflix movie 'Revelation' presents a new story that differs from previous works by Yeon Sang-ho, which unfolded in a surreal worldview.
The film excludes fantasy elements as much as possible, dealing with psychological illusions and traumas that are plausible in reality and capturing the diverging paths of three characters who pursue different beliefs. From the pastor Seong Min-chan, who only sees what he wants to and wants to believe, to Detective Lee Yeon-hee, who is haunted by the ghost of her deceased brother and cannot escape guilt from her past, and the former convict Kwon Yang-rae, who is suspected as a prime suspect in the missing persons case. The intricate internal chaos of these three characters, living with different reasons, intertwining due to a single incident, and the spiraling tense pursuit that unfolds, foretell the emergence of an unexpectedly intricate and gripping psychological thriller.
'Humans are creatures that cannot live without beliefs and strive to establish them. However, when there is a gap between desire and belief, they may manipulate that belief to satisfy their own desires,' said director Yeon Sang-ho. The movie 'Revelation' provokes fundamental exploration of human instincts in response to faith, leaving viewers with a profound question: 'What is human belief?' and providing a deep reflection.
#2. Ryu Jun-yeol, Shin Hyun-bin, and Shin Min-jae, a perfect acting ensemble completed with explosive synergy
A breathtaking chemistry created by characters with a 200% synchronization rate!
The second must-see point of 'Revelation' is the explosive synergy born from the actors' intense performances. With emotions deeply embedded in each character's complex inner world, 'Revelation' showcases the overwhelming performances of three actors with perfect character synchronization.
In particular, Ryu Jun-yeol, who perfectly transformed into the character Pastor Seong Min-chan with a blind belief in revelation and a mad demeanor, pursued an active reconstruction based on a meticulous and thorough analysis of the character's inner self, creating a unique and fresh version of Min-chan that is different from the original.
Shin Hyun-bin plays Detective Lee Yeon-hee, who struggles with guilt after losing her brother. With strength that perseveres against trauma, Shin Hyun-bin, who embodies the multifaceted characteristics of Yeon-hee, did not shy away from challenges to express the character authentically. From her first attempt at a short haircut and near no-makeup look to intricate expressions aiming to reveal the complex feelings within, Shin Hyun-bin's unprecedented transformation elevates immersion in the film and stirs deeper curiosity.
Shin Min-jae, who has successively appeared in director Yeon Sang-ho's works, is expected to deliver a different level of intense performance in 'Revelation,' portraying Kwon Yang-rae, a suspect in the missing persons case with a scary appearance. The flawless ensemble created by the tight performances of the three actors will provide another joy in enjoying 'Revelation,' presenting breath-taking chemistry that captivates global viewers.
#3. Art X location X cinematography, the most realistic film with all three elements
Capturing cinematic reality as it appears!
The final must-see point of 'Revelation' is the cinematic reality completed as the most realistic production in director Yeon Sang-ho's filmography, from art setting to location and cinematography. With an aim to minimize the use of CGI, director Yeon Sang-ho wanted to film as realistically as possible, giving viewers the feeling of witnessing something happening around them. He devoted himself to fully capturing the realism embedded in the film.
Director Yeon Sang-ho and his production team prioritized location shooting over set filming and natural light over artificial lighting, putting in tremendous effort, from location hunting to checking the weather forecasts, for the realistic direction 'Revelation' showcases. The scenes where Seong Min-chan witnesses the divine revelation were carried out through detailed arrangements of props, shot composition, and lighting, without resorting to CGI, meticulously ensuring that every small detail and sense of reality was captured.
Notably, the confrontation scene shot with the one-take technique in the latter part of the film is the climax and highlights director Yeon Sang-ho's bold choice, amplifying the immersion of the piece by capturing the heightened emotions and unrestrained action of the characters without any reservation. This scene, which the actors have cited as the most memorable shoot, uniquely showcases the explosive emotions of each character and the chaos swirling around them, offering an unprecedentedly realistic cinematic experience.
The final trailer, released alongside, captures the story of 'Revelation' in a new atmosphere, heightening the film's intense immersion. The line, “Demons, monsters, all of these are things humans create for their own convenience,” along with the diverging paths of three characters standing on the boundary of good and evil, stirs curiosity about what conclusions their beliefs will bring. 'Revelation' is expected to provide a unique experience for global viewers with its blend of crime, mystery, and psychological thriller elements.
With a solid story created in collaboration with writer Choi Gyu-seok, following 'Hell,' and the participation of executive producer Alfonso Cuarón, along with the explosive performances of Ryu Jun-yeol, Shin Hyun-bin, and Shin Min-jae, director Yeon Sang-ho's movie 'Revelation' will be released worldwide on Netflix on March 21 (Friday).
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