'경주기행'(screenwriter-director Kim Mi-jo, provided by Lotte Entertainment·Michigan Venture Capital Co., Ltd., distributed by Lotte Entertainment, produced by Studio Hi-Five, co-produced by Euphoria ENT) What do the actors' faces captured off camera look like?
"This year's best acting ensemble in Korean film!", "Acting, directing, and a solid storyline were all excellent," real audience word-of-mouth propelled the film '경주기행' to No. 1 at the Korean film box office for two consecutive weeks, and the film has released behind-the-scenes stills capturing reversal moments both on and off camera.
Since its release, the film '경주기행', which rose to No. 1 at the Korean film box office for two consecutive weeks amid glowing praise and enthusiastic support from real audience members, has unveiled camera ON&OFF behind-the-scenes stills that capture the intense heat of the set and the delightful chemistry.
First, the actors' immersive performances, who become perfectly assimilated into their characters the moment the shot starts, draw the eye. A cut of Lee Jung-eun sitting on the floor in mourning clothes and sobbing conveys the shattered emotions of the mother 'Oksil' intact and foreshadows deep emotional acting. Next, Lee Yeon's gaze, sitting on the dark road at night staring into the void, captures the character's complex inner world and the weight of her quest for revenge, creating tension.
Also captured was the intense communication process between director Kim Mi-jo and the actors to achieve perfect rhythm amid unpredictable developments. Scenes of them exchanging serious directing notes around the set to refine details convey their passion and deep trust that built each scene of the film solidly. When the cut is called, everyone gathers at the monitor to check, revealing the strong affection they have for one another.
Above all, contrary to the genre of revenge, the disarmed actors off camera show a "real family" chemistry that delivers a delightful twist. Moments of them wearing group T-shirts labeled 'FAMILY' and striking playful poses or huddling together to flash V signs at the camera vividly convey the amiable atmosphere on set. In contrast to the scarred makeup, Byun Yo-Han's bright smile offers a glimpse of the tight teamwork that carries beyond the screen.
Filled with intense performances, communication, laughter, and chemistry that the behind-the-scenes stills capture, the film '경주기행' prompts repeat viewings and tells the story of four mothers who, for the youngest daughter 'Gyeongju', who did not return from a school trip, embark on a "killer" journey after eight years of waiting in a family revenge drama.
Meanwhile, '경주기행' opened on the 26th of last month and, despite the onslaught of Hollywood blockbusters such as 'The Odyssey' and 'Spider-Man 4', continues to hold the top box office spot for Korean films in its second week.<
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