Actor Park Hae-il champions free press, integrity in 'The Assassin(s)'
Returning to the big screen after a four-year hiatus, veteran actor Park Hae-il delivers another quiet yet powerful performance in director Hur Jin-ho’s new historical thriller, "The Assassin(s)." The 49-year-old actor enjoyed one of the defining years of his career in 2022 with Park Chan-wook's critical and commercial hit "Decision to Leave" and the period action blockbuster "Hansan: Rising…
Park Hae-il, a seasoned actor, has returned to the silver screen after a four-year absence in the new historical thriller, The Assassin(s). The 49-year-old performer enjoyed one of the most successful years of his career in 2022, with critically acclaimed projects such as Park Chan-wook's Decision to Leave and the action-packed blockbuster Hansan: Rising Dragon. For this latest endeavor, Park reunited with director Hur Jin-ho, with whom he had previously collaborated on the 2016 hit The Last Princess.
The Assassin(s) is set against the backdrop of 1974, a period marked by political turmoil and the real-life assassination of first lady Yuk Young-soo. Rather than delving into the intricate web of political conspiracy, the film offers a raw portrayal of the oppressive atmosphere of the time, as seen through the eyes of individuals striving to uncover the truth. Park portrays Jae-hwan, a principled desk editor at a daily newspaper who stands firm against state censorship and government pressure.
Park's performance is complemented by Yoo Hae-jin, who plays detective Cheol-gu, contributing to a compelling ensemble cast that promises to make The Assassin(s) a strong contender to dominate the local box office upon its release.
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