K-Cinema Korean Movie Night: The Wailing (곡성)

The Wailing

Date & Time: Wednesday, July 22, 6:00 PM
Title: The Wailing
Director: Na Hong-jin

Running Time: 156 minutes

Genre: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

A quiet village is thrown into chaos after the arrival of a mysterious stranger. As a series of bizarre illnesses and violent incidents spreads throughout the community, rumors begin to grow that the outsider is responsible. Local policeman Jong-goo initially dismisses the speculation, but when his young daughter begins showing the same disturbing symptoms as the victims, he becomes desperate to uncover the truth. As fear, suspicion, and supernatural forces intertwine, Jong-goo is drawn into a terrifying mystery that challenges everything he believes.

Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Na Hong-jin, known for his masterful blend of suspense, horror, and psychological tension, The Wailing received widespread critical acclaim both in Korea and internationally. The film won numerous awards, including Best Film at the 53rd Baeksang Arts Awards and Best Director honors at both the Asian Film Awards and the Chunsa International Film Festival.

Free with an RSVP! Complimentary snacks. In Korean with English subtitles. 156 Minutes.

일시: 7월 22일 (수요일) 오후 6시

상영작: 곡성

감독: 나홍진

러닝타임: 156분

줄거리: 낯선 외지인(쿠니무라 준)이 나타난 후 벌어지는 의문의 연쇄 사건들로 마을이 발칵 뒤집힌다. 경찰은 집단 야생 버섯 중독으로 잠정적 결론을 내리지만 모든 사건의 원인이 그 외지인 때문이라는 소문과 의심이 걷잡을 수 없이 퍼져 나간다. 경찰 ‘종구’(곽도원)는 현장을 목격했다는 여인 ‘무명’(천우희)을 만나면서 외지인에 대한 소문을 확신하기 시작한다. 딸 ‘효진’(김환희)이 피해자들과 비슷한 증상으로 아파오기 시작하자 다급해진 ‘종구’. 외지인을 찾아 난동을 부리고, 무속인 ‘일광’(황정민)을 불러들이는데...