Director Yeon Sang-ho's new film "Colony" surpassed 2 million viewers in just five days after its release, continuing an uncontested box office run, and the production unveiled heartwarming behind-the-scenes stills that reveal the actors' surprising charm hidden behind the suffocating suspense.
Provider/distributor SHOWBOX on the 28th released 14 behind-the-scenes stills vividly capturing the on-and-off (ONF) moments on set of the film "Colony" featuring its leads Jun Ji-hyun, Koo Kyo-hwan, Ji Changwook, Shin Hyun-been, Kim Shin-rock and Go Soo, drawing the attention of film fans.
"Colony" is a suspense thriller that depicts vivid horror as isolated survivors inside a building sealed off by a mysterious infection confront infected people who evolve into unpredictable forms. The meeting of director Yeon Sang-ho's original worldbuilding and actors with star power and acting ability attracted interest from the production stage.
In particular, Jun Ji-hyun, who returns to the screen after 11 years in the role of survivors' leader "Kwon Se-jung," delivers a formidable performance. In the released stills, Jun Ji-hyun draws attention as she monitors with an intensely serious expression. She revealed her depth by handling delicate emotional acting as well as powerful action that spares no effort.
The off-camera atmosphere of these masters of suspense, full of surprising moments, also evokes warmth. Koo Kyo-hwan, who recently received great love for his role as Hwang Dong-man in the drama We Are All Trying Here, fully immersed himself in a heavy role in "군체." While waiting between takes, he was captured lifting his eye mask with a playful smile, making onlookers grin with his characteristic cheerful charm.
Ji Changwook's polar opposite moments, which injected tension into the film's later part and shifted its flow, are also impressive. He emits a chilling charisma that subdues the infected with an unshakable gaze, and in a still where he looks at the camera and beams widely, he shows a close, realistic sibling chemistry with Kim Shin-rock, who plays his on-screen sister.
Also notable are Shin Hyun-been's bright smile while wearing protective gear amid the rough filming conditions and Go Soo's serious eyes as he listens to staff explanations to perfectly build the role of "Han Gyu-sung," demonstrating their special affection and passion for the project.
Moreover, the behind-the-scenes of the film's hidden leads—the infected who delivered overwhelming horror—has been unveiled. The intense performances of the dancers who fill one wall and express grotesque, dynamic movements recall the fresh visual shock that audiences felt in theaters.
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