This year, the highest-grossing Korean film 'YADANG: The Snitch' has received praise from the media and audiences for its approximately 15-minute extended version 'YADANG: The Snitch: Extended Cut.'
'YADANG: The Snitch: Extended Cut' (directed by Hwang Byeong-kuk, distributed by Plus M Entertainment, produced by HYBE Media Corp) is a crime action film where a prosecutor aiming to rise higher within Korea's drug scene, a broker 'YADANG' who shakes up drug investigations, and a detective who stakes everything on eradicating drug crime intertwine with different goals. In addition to shifting the perspective from Lee Kang-soo (Kang Ha-neul) to prosecutor Koo Gwan-hee (Yoo Hae-jin), the film has intensified its rating of not suitable for youth while deepening the narratives of its characters, provoking enthusiastic responses from the media and audiences.
Viewers of the film noted, "Seeing it from prosecutor Koo Gwan-hee's perspective feels refreshing," "It remains exhilarating and satisfying, yet leaves a bittersweet aftertaste—another flavor not felt in the original 'YADANG,'" "Experiencing a film in such a diverse manner is a new experience," "While 'YADANG' was a survival story for Lee Kang-soo, the extended version focuses on prosecutor Koo Gwan-hee's desires and choices, marking a record of 'destruction.' For those who watched 'YADANG,' it offers a new perspective and interpretation, while for those who haven't seen 'YADANG,' it presents a deeper theme and sense of issue," "An extended version that captures the rise and fall of the prosecutor! A work that draws a line in Korean political prosecutor films as a reflection of reality," "It starts with a unique opening from Koo Gwan-hee's perspective. The refreshing and new enjoyment that couldn't be felt in the previous original version!" and "The original version already portrayed a real prosecutor character, but with the change in perspective, Yoo Hae-jin's character appears clearer and even more intriguing," highlighting the distinct appeal of 'YADANG: The Snitch: Extended Cut' in examining the pursuit and downfall of power from the prosecutor's viewpoint.
Additionally, "Double the exhilaration! The magic of editing adds depth to the story and exhilaration with just 15 more minutes. A well-cooked kimchi stew is even tastier whether eaten twice or boiled twice," "Enhanced immersion and enjoyment through clever perspective changes," "A different perspective, a deeper narrative! The extended version increases the density of pleasure," "The added 15 minutes enhance the enjoyment," and "The fun of searching for scenes not seen in the original version is also enjoyable," showcasing both acclaim for the upgraded thrill of the crime action genre and praise for the fun brought by additional unseen cuts added to 'YADANG.'
Meanwhile, 'YADANG: The Snitch: Extended Cut' will hold a special event to reward the enthusiastic support of 'YADANG' audiences. During its theater run, 'YADANG: The Snitch: Extended Cut' can be viewed for 10,000 won at Megabox, Lotte Cinema, CGV, and CineQ.
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