Direction: Kim Ki-duk

Direction Kim Ki-duk

Cast Lee Seung-yeon · Hee Jae · Kwon Hyuk-ho · Joo Jin-mo

Synopsis Bin-jip (3-Iron) (2004) follows the journey of a wandering young man who enters the homes of absent owners, temporarily residing in their spaces and performing small acts of kindness such as laundry and minor repairs. His solitary existence takes an...

Direction Kim Ki-duk

Cast Oh Yeong-su · Kim Ki-duk · Kim Jung-yeong · Seo Jae-gyeong

Synopsis Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter... and Spring (2003) follows the journey of a young monk and his wise mentor as they navigate the cycles of life, symbolized by the changing seasons. The story unfolds in a serene floating house nestled within...

Direction Kim Ki-duk

Cast Jeon Seong-hwan · Han Yeo-reum · Jeon Kuk-Hwan · Jo Seok-Hyeon

Synopsis The Bow (2005) follows the story of a secluded elderly man in his 60s who resides on a boat at sea with a 16-year-old girl. His intention is to wed her upon her 17th birthday, keeping her isolated from the...

Direction Kim Ki-duk

Cast Ha Jung-woo · Park Ji-yeon · Kiki Sugino · Kim Sung-min

Synopsis Time (2006) follows the story of a woman who, in an effort to salvage her romantic connection, undergoes a series of significant cosmetic procedures. The narrative delves into her journey of transformation, exploring the lengths to which she goes to...

Direction Kim Ki-duk

Cast Yang Dong-kun · Min-jung Ban · Kim Yeong-min · Bang Eun-jin

Synopsis Address Unknown (2001) delves into a narrative where romantic entanglements culminate in tragedy, and the fragile aspirations of individuals are shattered by a relentless cycle of colonialism, civil conflict, and occupation. Following the end of Japanese colonization, Korea became the...

Direction Kim Ki-duk

Cast Jung Suh · Yoo-Seok Kim · Sung-Hee Park · Jang Hang-sun

Synopsis The Isle (2000) unfolds in a picturesque fishing resort, where a young mute woman finds herself entangled in a web of human complexities. Amidst the beauty of her surroundings, she develops deep feelings for a man who is desperately evading...

Direction Kim Ki-duk

Cast Chang Chen · Ha Jung-woo · Park Ji-a · Kim Ki-duk

Synopsis Breath (2007) unfolds a poignant tale of affection and redemption within the confines of a correctional facility. The narrative centers around a man serving time behind bars who gradually develops deep feelings for a woman tasked with beautifying his prison...

Direction Kim Ki-duk

Cast Ryu Seung-beom · Lee Won-gun · Kim Young-min · Choi Guy-hwa

Synopsis The Net (2016) follows the journey of a North Korean fisherman whose life takes an unexpected turn when his boat drifts into the waters of South Korea. This chance encounter sets off a chain of events that will forever change...

Direction Kim Ki-duk

Cast Lee Jung-jin · Jo Min-Su · Woo Gi-hong · Kang Eun-jin

Synopsis Pieta (2012) follows the story of a ruthless enforcer (Lee Jung-Jin) who collects debts for loan sharks using any means necessary. His life takes an unexpected turn when a woman (Jo Min-Su) suddenly appears, claiming to be his mother and...

Direction Kim Ki-duk

Cast Han Yeo-reum · Eol Lee · Kwak Ji-min · Kwon Hyun-Min

Synopsis Samaria (Samaritan Girl) (2004) follows the story of two high school students who stumble upon prostitution as a seemingly easy way to earn extra money. Initially, they find success in their illicit activities, but their luck eventually runs out. The...

Direction Kim Ki-duk

Cast Jang Dong-gun · Kim Jeong-hak · Park Ji-a · Yoo Hae-jin

Synopsis The Coast Guard (2002) follows the harrowing journey of a Korean Coast Guard soldier who, in a tragic turn of events, fatally shoots a civilian who had entered a restricted zone. In response, the authorities grant him a seven-day leave,...

Direction Kim Ki-duk

Cast Lee Ji-eun · Hae-eun Lee · Ahn Jae-Mo · Hyeong-gi Jeong

Synopsis Birdcage Inn (1998) follows the journey of Jin-a, a sex worker who departs from Seoul as the city's red-light district faces urban redevelopment. She settles in Pohang and finds lodging in a family-run boarding house, where she continues her profession...

Direction Kim Ki-duk

Cast Cho Jae-yun · Seo Won · Kim Yun-tae · Choi Duek-mun

Synopsis Bad Guy (2001) follows the twisted tale of a notorious criminal who manages a seedy brothel. His life takes a dark turn when he becomes infatuated with a stunning college student. When she spurns his advances, he devises a sinister...

Direction Kim Ki-duk

Cast Cho Jae-yun · Woo Yun-kyeong · Jeon Mu-son · Ahn Jae-hong

Synopsis Crocodile (1996) centers around a brutal and aggressive individual who resides under a bridge near the Han River in Seoul, accompanied by a young street vendor and an elderly homeless man. This character, known as Crocodile, intervenes to prevent a...

Direction Kim Ki-duk

Cast Cho Jae-yun · Seo Yeong-ju · Lee Eun-woo

Synopsis Moebius (2013) delves into the dark consequences of betrayal and guilt. A wife, driven by bitterness over her husband's prolonged infidelity, seeks retribution but tragically harms their son instead. Overwhelmed by remorse, she vanishes. The father, determined to make amends,...

Direction Kim Ki-duk

Cast Kim Ki-duk

Synopsis Arirang (2011) delves into the multifaceted persona of Kim Ki-duk, who portrays three distinct roles within a single narrative. Through this cinematic journey, Kim Ki-duk reflects on his life, navigating the complexities of human emotions and the natural world. The...

Direction Kim Ki-duk

Cast Jô Odagiri · Lee Na-yeong · Chang Mi-hie · Kim Tae-Hyeon

Synopsis Dream (2008) follows Jin, who awakens from a terrifying vision of a traffic collision en route to his former girlfriend's residence. This vivid dream compels him to visit the exact location, where he encounters the aftermath of an accident that...

Direction Kim Ki-duk

Cast Mina Fujii · Jang Keun-suk · Ahn Sung-Kee · Lee Sung-jae

Synopsis Human, Space, Time and Human (2018) follows a diverse group of individuals who embark on a journey aboard an aged warship. The eclectic mix of passengers includes a senator accompanied by his son, a newlywed couple, an enigmatic elderly man,...

Direction Kim Ki-duk

Cast Joo Jin-mo · Shim Yi-Young · Son Min-seok · Lee Je-rak

Synopsis Real Fiction (2000) follows the chaotic journey of a troubled artist, portrayed by Jin-mo Ju, whose life takes a dark turn during a leisurely stroll in the park. His descent into madness is triggered by an intrusive woman, played by...

Direction Kim Ki-duk

Cast Cho Jae-yun · Dong-jik Jang · Ryun Jang · Richard Bohringer

Synopsis Wild Animals (1997) is the second cinematic venture by Kim Ki-Duk, focusing on the lives of two undocumented immigrants navigating the bustling streets of Paris. The narrative revolves around a former soldier from North Korea and a street artist from...