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Director Na Hong-jin's new film 'The Wailing' has been confirmed for release on July 15.
'Hope,' which was invited to the competition section of the 79th Cannes Film Festival last May, has achieved pre-sales in over 200 countries and regions worldwide, drawing attention even before its release.
Following its world premiere, the film received widespread acclaim from global critics, generating high expectations for director Na Hong-jin's new work, his first in 10 years since 'The Wailing.'
While Na Hong-jin's bold and provocative direction, along with its intense energy and high level of completion, received praise, the actors' action sequences also garnered positive reviews.
'Hope' tells a story that begins with people chasing an entity that attacked a rural village, transitions through a desperate struggle to protect the village, and expands into a new perspective. With an unpredictable rhythm and tempo from start to finish, the film radiates explosive energy and is expected to deliver refreshing fun this summer.
Meanwhile, 'Hope' is a story that begins with 'Beom-seok,' the head of the Pohang outpost located in the demilitarized zone, hearing from local youths that a tiger has appeared, plunging the entire village into alarm as he encounters an unbelievable reality. It is scheduled for release on July 15.
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