"They gave it their all." (Actors)

CJ ENM recently released the 'October 26' video of the film 'Harbin' (Director Woo Min-ho). It features candid interviews with director Woo Min-ho and the cast, discussing the filming process and its significance.

A representative explained, "The video aims to remember the day General Ahn Jung-geun assassinated Ito Hirobumi," adding, "It commemorates the historic event that took place at Harbin Station on October 26, 1909.”

Leading actors including Hyun Bin, Park Jung-min, Jo Woo-jin, Jun Yeo-bin, Park Hoon, Yoo Jae-myung, and Lee Dong-wook made appearances. They each shared their motivations for participating in 'Harbin,' citing Ahn Jung-geun's spirit and historical significance.

Hyun Bin empathized, "Why did this man keep taking one step after another to achieve this?" Park Hoon emphasized, "I truly gave it my all." Park Jung-min said, "I strongly felt that everyone was running toward the same destination." Lee Dong-wook reflected on the martyr's life, describing it as "the strong resolve to achieve the nation's independence, even through armed struggle."

Finally, director Woo Min-ho shared his motivation and intention behind the film, saying, "I thought I might be able to capture even a bit of the spirit or heart of the independence fighters on screen." The vast landscapes also caught the eye, offering a glimpse of the exotic filming locations. In the ending, credits for the actors rising one by one over the frozen Tumen River create an intense atmosphere.

The film 'Harbin' depicts the intense chase and suspicion between those heading to Harbin for a singular purpose in 1909 and those pursuing them. It is based on the true story of Ahn Jung-geun. Directed by Woo Min-ho, known for 'The Man Standing Next' and 'Inside Men,' 'Harbin' was already screened and praised at the 49th Toronto International Film Festival. The film is scheduled to be released in December.

<Photo courtesy of CJ ENM>