Actor Jin Seon-kyu transforms into Goo Jung-ho, the head of Sinseong Film Company, in the Netflix series "Aema," revealing the stark realities of the 1980s Chungmuro film industry.
Goo Jung-ho, played by actor Jin Seon-kyu, is a power-driven realist who will do anything for commercial success, showing a cowardly side in front of authority while displaying a ruthless nature towards the weak. He is also a character that embodies the power dynamics of the 1980s Chungmuro film industry, acting as a key player that triggers the drama's conflicts.
Goo Jung-ho (Jin Seon-kyu) pressures top star Jung Hee-ran (Lee Ha-nee), who raises issues with excessive exposure scenes, to step down from the leading role, filling her spot with rookie Shin Joo-ae (Bang Hyo-rin) and igniting dramatic tension. Shin Joo-ae (Bang Hyo-rin), who filled the vacancy, is a former showgirl and creates a new tension by declaring, "Make me Jung Hee-ran."
Jin Seon-kyu superbly expresses the duality of Goo Jung-ho. He flows seamlessly between the servility shown to those in power and the harshness he inflicts on the weak. His gestures full of bravado, unique vocal tone, and looks that reflect the 1980s Chungmuro atmosphere bring life to the character.
In particular, the varied expressions in his eye performances are striking. The calculations hidden behind his playful smile and the sharp gaze that flashes for a moment compellingly reveal human greed.
Jin Seon-kyu transcends the role of a simple villain, portraying a multifaceted human figure shaped by the era and desires, thus elevating the drama's tension.
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