Beyond the chemistry between Han So-hee and Jeon Jong-seo, the film "Project Y," which draws audiences with the power of its characters themselves, meets viewers.
'Project Y' (director Lee Hwan, presented by Plus M Entertainment·Penchur Invest, distributed by Plus M Entertainment, planned by WOWPOINT (WOWPOINT)·Climax Studio, produced by Climax Studio·WOWPOINT (WOWPOINT), co-produced by Plus M Entertainment) is a work that depicts the story of Miseon and Dokyung, who dreamed of a different tomorrow in the middle of a glamorous city, stealing black money and gold bullion at the edge of their lives. The film stands out for its stylish atmosphere and fast-paced development that combine to deliver genre entertainment.
First, the chemistry of Han So-hee and Jeon Jong-seo, who take center stage, as well as the fact that even the supporting characters show a presence as if they were alive, draws attention. Even with the energy and rhythm produced by the two leads alone being sufficiently satisfying, Kim Sung-Cheol, Kim Shin-rock, and Jung Young-ju deliver 'power character play' that leaves a strong impression without lengthy explanation. The actors' individual tricks, which leave each character's color clearly even in short appearances and raise the film's density, are also a major attraction.
The stylish OST is also a point not to be missed. Trendy sounds and refined rhythmic music naturally blend with the images of the characters played by Han So-hee and Jeon Jong-seo, effectively elevating the mood of scenes. The story itself carries a rather weighty narrative following the choices of two women struggling to escape bottom-of-the-barrel lives, but the music flowing between those moments refreshes emotions and gives the audience a chance to breathe. One viewing point is also the fun of looking up the singer whenever a familiar voice is heard.
The storyline is not complicated either. It is structured to allow focus on the choices of the two characters heading toward a clear goal and the process, so audiences become immersed in the characters' flow and emotional lines rather than following complicated settings. The structure in which the 'threat' itself drives the plot without lengthy explanation about the villain preserves the pace typical of genre films and makes the 108-minute runtime feel fast.
Above all, the reason "Project Y" draws attention is that such diverse female characters create a narrative within a single work through their own desires and choices. The story structure created by the collision of different directions of desire for each character, rather than simple motives or stereotypical settings, truly brings out the fun of a character-centered film. In particular, the facial chemistry and natural rhythm of Jeon Jong-seo and Han So-hee, who are known to be close friends in real life, shine even more on screen, providing enough reason to watch just with this combination.
With stylish music, living characters, and a refreshing pace, "Project Y" offers another option at the box office as a crime entertaining movie that emphasizes style and chemistry.
Han So-hee and Jeon Jong-seo. Watching where these two women are headed and what kind of ending awaits them at the finish is likely to be the film's greatest pleasure.
Opens Jan. 21, runtime 108 minutes, rated for ages 15 and up<
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