Success in Her Latest Film, Here is a List of 8 Films Ever Starred by Kim Go Eun

Kapanlagi.com - Written by Faza Anjainah Ghautsy

Kim Go Eun is a beautiful actress from South Korea. Born in Seoul on July 2, 1991, she made her debut in 2012 with the film A MUSE and won the Best New Actress award in various events. She is a graduate of the National University of Arts, Korea.

Kim Go Eun has been interested in acting since she was in high school. In addition to acting, she is also fluent in Mandarin. This is not surprising because when she was 3 years old, her family moved to Beijing, China for 10 years.

Kim Go Eun has participated in numerous acting projects, from dramas to films. Her extraordinary acting talent has brought her success in the films and dramas she has starred in. Just like her latest film in 2024, EXHUMA, which captivated the audience with her acting. Now, here are 8 films starring Kim Go Eun that are guaranteed to be exciting to watch.

1. A MUSE

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A MUSE is the debut film of Kim Go Eun. In this film, which was released on April 25, 2012, Kim Go Eun plays Han Eun Gyo, a high school student who becomes a housemaid in the home of a famous old poet named Lee Juk Yo. This film has an 18+ rating due to the presence of intimate scenes depicting an age-difference romance between Lee Juk Yo, Seo Ji Woo (Lee Juk Woo's assistant), and Han Eun Gyo. The elderly Lee Juk Yo finds renewed passion in his life with the arrival of Eun Gyo. He even pours his imagination about Eun Gyo into his book. On the other hand, his assistant, who feels differently towards Eun Gyo compared to Lee Juk Yo, does not stay silent because he also has feelings for Eun Gyo. This adult scene has received criticism from many parties. However, Kim Go Eun's success in portraying Han Eun Gyo has led her to receive the prestigious award for a famous newcomer artist.

2. MONSTER

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The next film starring Kim Go Eun is MONSTER. MONSTER is an action thriller film released on April 13, 2014. This film is Kim Go Eun's first film after a one-year hiatus to complete her education. Directed by Hwang In Ho, this film tells the story of revenge by a sister named Bok Soon, played by Kim Go Eun, against a serial killer named Tae Soon, played by Lee Min Ki, who has killed her beloved sister named Eun Jeong. This film is perfect for fans of thriller and action as it showcases an intense battle between a serial killer and the sister of the victim he killed. With a duration of 113 minutes, this film also showcases Kim Go Eun's ability to portray a character full of depression, revenge, and bloody fights.

3. COIN LOCKER GIRL

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COIN LOCKER GIRL is a film directed by Han Jun Hee. In this film, Kim Go Eun plays Ma Il Young, a girl who was abandoned by her parents as a baby at a train station. She is then raised by homeless people until she is kidnapped by Ma Woon Hee, played by Kim Hye Soo. Ma Woo Hee makes Ma Il Young her subordinate, responsible for collecting debts. In her role, Kim Go Eun also acts alongside Park Bo Gum who plays the role of a chef named Park Seo Hyun, who is trapped and forced to pay off his father's debt in the Philippines.

4. THE ADVOCATE: A MISSING BODY

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The next film is a comedy thriller genre called THE ADVOCATE: A MISSING BODY. This film is directed by Heo Jong Ho and was released on October 8, 2015. In this film, Kim Go Eun plays a prosecutor named Kim Sun Mi. With a duration of 116 minutes, the film tells the story of a famous lawyer named Byeon Ho Sun, played by the late Lee Sun Kyun, who tries to solve a murder case allegedly committed by a conglomerate driver named Kim Jung Hwa, who is accused of killing a college student named Han Mi Jeong. The inconsistencies in the evidence of the case and the plot twists in this film create tension and curiosity to find out the truth.

5. TUNE IN FOR LOVE

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Set in 1994, the film TUNE IN FOR LOVE combines the acting of Kim Go Eun and Jung Hae In. Released on August 28, 2019, this film tells the love story of Mi Soo and Hyun Woo, which is full of challenges. Starting from their first encounter after Hyun Woo is released from juvenile detention and meets Mi Soo at her bakery, their relationship begins to grow due to their shared experiences. Their frequent interactions and eventual work together make them fall in love with each other. However, they are separated multiple times due to various circumstances, such as Hyun Woo going to prison and fulfilling his military duty, as well as their busy schedules that make it difficult for them to interact and grow closer. But fate never fails them, and they eventually meet and reunite. For those of you who enjoy romantic, calm, and realistic storylines, TUNE IN FOR LOVE is a highly recommended film to watch.

6. SUNSET IN MY HOMETOWN

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Kim Go Eun's next role is as the childhood friend and classmate of Hak Soo, played by Park Jeong Min, in the film SUNSET IN MY HOMETOWN. Her character's name is Sun Mi, and in this film, Go Eun portrays a writer who lives in a village to take care of her sick father. The male protagonist here is her childhood friend Hak Soo, who has been living in Seoul and aspires to become a rapper by participating in the program SHOW ME THE MONEY. Hak Soo, who has been away from his hometown for a long time, is forced to pause his pursuit to take care of his father, who is hospitalized. Throughout the journey, there will be many meaningful scenes depicting Hak Soo's relationships with his friends, parents, and others. This film, released on July 4, 2018, will remind us, especially those living away from home, of the hometowns we grew up in as children or teenagers.

7. CANOLA

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Starring in a melodrama film alongside senior actress Youn Yuh Jung, Kim Go Eun successfully portrays a heartwarming story. Titled CANOLA or GRANDMOTHER, this film tells the story of the relationship between a grandmother named Gye Choon and her granddaughter named Hye Ji. Gye Choon only lives with her granddaughter Hye Ji until one day she loses Hye Ji. However, Gye Choon never gives up and continues to search for Hye Ji until she is finally found. They live together again, but there is a big secret about Hye Ji's past that brings disappointment and shakes her grandmother's soul. Released on May 19, 2016, this film is suitable for watching with family. The values of family and parental love are portrayed strongly and can make the audience feel the emotions of the characters.

8. EXHUMA

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Next, there is Kim Go Eun's latest film in 2024, EXHUMA. This 134-minute film was released in South Korea on February 22, 2024. Directed by Jang Kun Jae, this film is starred by famous actors and actresses such as Kim Go Eun, Lee Do Hyun, Choi Min Sik, and Yoo Hae Jin. In this horror thriller genre film, Kim Go Eun plays a unique role as a young witch named Hwa Rim, along with her partner Bong Gil played by Lee Do Hyun. The story of this film is about Hwa Rim and Bong Gil who have to carry out a mission to save a baby from a wealthy family in Los Angeles. Many supernatural events occur which are disturbances from ancestral spirits. They are joined by the four of them, Hwa Rim, Bong Gil, feng shui expert Sang Deok (Cho Min Sik), and Young Geun (Yoo Hae Jin), a grave digger. This film is suitable for horror genre lovers because there are many scenes in this film that trigger adrenaline and make the audience feel the tension of the story.

Those were some films starring Kim Go Eun. Besides films, Kim Go Eun has also been involved in several drama projects such as LITTLE WOMAN, YUMI'S CELL, GOBLIN, and others. So, out of the 8 films, which one is your favorite?

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