There is a movie called SLEEP, here are 5 recommendations for the latest Korean horror films that successfully give you goosebumps!

Kapanlagi.com - Written by Fadya Jasmin

As it is known, the horror genre is one of the genres that is highly favored by drama or film viewers. This is because every horror film will always present terrifying and creepy scenes that successfully make the audience tense while watching. In addition, the presence of jump scare moments apparently brings its own pleasure to the audience. It never fails to produce high-quality film productions, here are 5 recommendations for Korean horror films that are ready to pump up your adrenaline!

1. THE GHOST STATION

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Korean film titled THE GHOST STATION is one of the horror genre films that has been released on May 24, 2023. This film tells the story of Oksu train station that went viral on social media for being haunted, especially when passengers were waiting for the last train at the station. One day, a journalist named Na Yeong received news about a suspected suicide case at Oksu station from her friend named Choi Woo Won, who works there. This suicide case was further clarified with CCTV footage showing very suspicious conditions. Na Yeong uploaded the CCTV footage on social media and it went viral.

After the video went viral, strange incidents continued to occur at Oksu station, causing many deaths. Surprisingly, the appearance of deaths with the same pattern made Na Yeong and Choi Woo Won work together to uncover the mysteries behind these cases. Trying to unravel the mysteries, Na Yeong didn't realize that these mysteries could threaten her life. THE GHOST STATION is a film adapted from the webtoon titled OKSUYUK GUISHIN by Ho Rang, and directed by Jeong Yong Ki. Starring Kim Bo Ra, Kim Jae Hyun, and Shin So Yul, this film successfully gives chills to the audience while watching it.

2. SLEEP

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Korean film SLEEP has become one of the successful horror films in Korea that has captured the attention of horror film lovers. With a horror and thriller genre, this film tells the story of a married couple named Hyun Soo and Soo Jin who are enjoying their happy life. However, one day, Hyun Soo, the husband, experiences a sleep disorder called sleepwalking. At first, Soo Jin considers this disorder as normal until Hyun Soo's sleepwalking becomes worse.

Hyun Soo starts sleepwalking and exhibits very strange behavior. Afraid of hurting himself, Soo Jin takes her husband to see a doctor. Instead of getting better, the medication prescribed by the doctor actually worsens Hyun Soo's condition. The film SLEEP is directed by Jason Yu and stars Korean actors, such as Lee Sun Kyun and Jung Yu Min, as the main cast. Presenting a thrilling storyline, the film SLEEP successfully attracts 1 million viewers and occupies the top spot in the Korean box office since its release in September 2023.

3. DR. CHEON AND LOST TALISMAN

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Korean film titled DR. CHEON AND LOST TALISMAN is a Korean horror film that was released on October 11, 2023. Adapted from the webcomic BINGUI by Huretsa, this film tells the story of Dr. Cheon who often creates content about exorcism on YouTube with his friend named Inbae. Several generations of Dr. Cheon's family have been working as exorcists to protect the village. Dr. Cheon, as the last heir of this exorcism activity, initially didn't believe in mystical things.

One day, a client named Yoo Kyung comes to Dr. Cheon with an interesting offer. Yoo Kyung asks for Dr. Cheon's help to save her sibling from being possessed by a supernatural entity. While trying to save Yoo Kyung's sibling, Dr. Cheon experiences strange and terrifying events. The film DR. CHEON AND LOST TALISMAN is starred by a lineup of Korean actors and actresses, such as Gang Dong Won, Lee Dong Hwi, Esom, and Heo Jun Ho.

4. CHABAK: THE NIGHT OF MURDER AND ROMANCE

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Officially released on September 13, 2023, the Korean film titled CHABAK: THE NIGHT OF MURDER AND ROMANCE is a horror and thriller genre film that will bring a tense and mysterious story. This film tells the story of a married couple named Soo Won and Mi Yoo who are happy to celebrate their wedding anniversary. They decide to celebrate their wedding anniversary by going on a camping trip with a chabak (car) to a very far place.

Instead of enjoying their togetherness, they are confronted with a tragic event that befalls them. This couple meets a masked psychopath who changes their love journey. Directed by William Inhyuk Hyoung, this film features Korean actors and actresses such as Danny Ahn, Han Min Yeop, and Hong Kyung In. After its release, this film successfully presents tense moments that make the audience shudder while watching.

5. MOUNT CHIAK

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Simultaneously released with the previous film, MOUNT CHIAK was officially released on September 13, 2023. This film tells the story of the mysterious adventure experienced by a man named Min Joo with a group of cycling enthusiasts called GO2MOUNTAIN. Min Joo becomes the leader of this group and has four members named Hyun Jin, Yang Bae, Soo Ah, and Yi Sak. These five people plan a vacation to go mountain biking to Mount Chiak.

They greatly enjoy the natural beauty they see around them, but suddenly, on the way, a mysterious and frightening event occurs. Without their clear knowledge, it turns out that Mount Chiak they are visiting is the location of a mysterious murder. They begin to encounter strange occurrences and discover a mysterious corpse that was dismembered 40 years ago. Starring Yoon Kyun Sang, Kim Ye Won, Yeon Je Wook, and Bae Geu Rin, this film successfully makes viewers feel tense and terrified while watching it.

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