Actor Son Ye-jin captivated audiences with the unique synergy of performers in the film "No Other Choice".
The recently released film "No Other Choice" (director Park Chan-wook, distributed/provided by CJ ENM, produced by Moho Film/CJ ENM Studios) has captivated audiences with a progression that shifts between tension and humor and the unique synergy of its cast. Among them, Son Ye-jin is drawing enthusiastic responses from audiences with her delicate performance.
"No Other Choice" tells the story of office worker Mansu (Lee Byung-hun), who, after being abruptly fired despite feeling he had "achieved everything," prepares his own war toward reemployment to protect his wife and two children and to hold on to the home they struggled to buy. Its original direction, rich sound and gripping progression are prompting repeat viewings.
Among them, Son Ye-jin, who plays Mansu's wife Miri, is captivating audiences with a powerful performance. In the crisis of the family's declining fortunes, Son Ye-jin delivers a highly compelling portrayal of Miri, who, together with her husband Mansu, holds the family together, renewing her status as a career-defining role. In addition to adding a fresh layer of fun to the film with special on-screen chemistry with Lee Byung-hun, she intricately unravels Miri's emotional arc—bright, positive and rational in confronting the crisis—heightening immersion.
Audiences have commented, "I feel Son Ye-jin's eye acting alone encapsulates the film title 'No Other Choice.'" (CGV_아이****), "The singular weight of Lee Byung-hun and Son Ye-jin anchors the film." (CGV_55****), "Son Ye-jin's acting feels realistic and relatable." (CGV_셀레****), "Actor Son Ye-jin was the best." (Lotte Cinema_Park****), among other nonstop praise for Son Ye-jin's career-high acting transformation. In this way, the film "No Other Choice," which leaves a deep afterimage on audiences with performances that add depth to the story, is continuing a long run fueled by enthusiastic word of mouth.
[Photo] Provided by CJ ENM.
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