7 Recommendations for Dark Korean Films, Full of Tension and Revenge

The first one is FORGOTTEN. Starring Kang Ha Neul, this film focuses on the character Jin Seok, who becomes a witness to the kidnapping of his brother, Yoo Seok (Kim Moo Yul). This film is full of intense scenes and keeps you curious with its unexpected storyline!

If you like crime genre films, THE DRUG KING can be the best recommendation. This film tells the story of a man named Lee Doo Sam who becomes the most famous drug dealer in Busan. Not only Kang Ho Song, you will also be satisfied with the cool acting of Jo Jung Suk and Bae Doona.

Tense and horrifying, those two words can describe the story of THE CALL. In this film, Park Shin Hye plays the role of Seo Yeon who is connected through a different time dimension phone call with Jun Jong Seo who plays the character of Young Sook. The sweet story at the beginning slowly leads the audience with unforgettable horrifying scenes.

TIME TO HUNT is a film about a dark and sad future life. There are four friends who plan a casino robbery but end up dealing with a cold-blooded killer.

Crime genre lovers should not miss THE CHASE movie starring Sung Dong Il, Baek Yoon Sik, and a lineup of other veteran actors. This film tells the story of a detective investigating an unsolved serial murder case for 30 years.

Unlike its sweet title, NIGHT IN PARADISE is one of the darkest films that will satisfy viewers. This film tells the story of a mafia named Park Tae Gu (Uhm Tae Goo) who loses his family in a tragic accident. It is eventually revealed that the accident was actually planned by his boss. He seeks revenge with a girl named Jung Jae Yeon.

Last but not least, there's FRIEND, a classic Korean film that tells the story of four childhood friends who grow up together but lead different lives. It includes stories of drug addiction, mafia, criminal actions, and challenging scenes.

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