"They say there is still work left to be done."
The film 'Harbin' (Director: Woo Min-ho) released its international poster and trailer on the 22nd. Actor Hyun Bin transforms into independence activist Ahn Jung-geun, showcasing overwhelming charisma.
'Harbin' is an espionage drama set in 1909. It depicts the breathless pursuit and suspicion surrounding those heading to Harbin and their pursuers.
The international poster features the long shadows of independence fighters. This includes Hyun Bin (as Ahn Jung-geun), Park Jung-min (as Woo Deok-soon), Jo Woo-jin (as Kim Sang-hyun), and Jeon Yeo-bin (as Gong Bu-in).
Among them, only Hyun Bin is looking elsewhere. His sharp gaze, as if locking onto a target, drew attention.
The trailer was even more intense. Hyun Bin soliloquizes, "I have come because there is still work left to be done. Let us kill the old wolf, the leader of the Japanese wolves ravaging the Korean Empire."
Japanese soldiers target Hyun Bin, who staggers across a thin layer of ice. It hints at the sacrifices of independence fighters for the freedom of Korea.
Hyun Bin's visual presence was captivating. To faithfully portray Ahn Jung-geun, he underwent extreme weight loss. His gaunt face held a fierce gaze.
Expectations are high for his acting. Previously, Jung Sung-hwa delivered a chilling portrayal of Ahn Jung-geun in the film 'Hero' (Director: Yoon Je-kyun). Anticipation is building for Hyun Bin's interpretation of Ahn Jung-geun.
Meanwhile, 'Harbin' received an official invitation to the Gala Presentation at the 49th Toronto International Film Festival. The international poster and trailer will be listed on the Toronto International Film Festival's official site.
The Toronto International Film Festival is considered one of the four major international film festivals, alongside the Cannes Film Festival, Berlin International Film Festival, and Venice International Film Festival.
The Gala Presentation section is a screening event for the general public. In the past, Korean films like 'The Good, the Bad, the Weird', 'The Housemaid', 'Cold Eyes', 'Hunt', 'Concrete Utopia', 'Smugglers', and 'A Normal Family' have been invited.
'Harbin' is slated for domestic release in the latter half of this year.
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