The sociopathic thriller film ‘City of Evil,’ starring Han Chae-young and Hyun Woo-sung, has confirmed its release in June. This film marks the directorial debut of actor Hyun Woo-sung, and is drawing attention as Han Chae-young makes her return to the screen after 8 years. ‘City of Evil’ depicts the catastrophic relationships intertwined between Yoo-jung (Han Chae-young) who believes in good intentions, Kang-soo (Jang Ui-soo) who rejects trust, and Sun-hee (Hyun Woo-sung) who manipulates people. They confront the depths of human nature in extreme situations where someone must kill or be killed. The teaser poster, featuring the intense composition of key characters, captivates the viewers’ attention. In the center of the poster, the silhouettes of suspicious figures surrounding the protagonist Yoo-jung hint at the cruel fate she will face, intensifying the suspense. The different expressions and gazes of the characters reveal the precarious relationships where it’s unclear who is an enemy or an ally. The caption “If you can’t escape, kill” foreshadows the dreadful conspiracies and betrayals that will emerge among the characters, arousing curiosity. Internet star Yoo-jung meets the entrepreneur Sun-hee through a friend’s introduction. Feeling pressured by Sun-hee’s expressions of affection, Yoo-jung’s life is thrown into chaos due to a single night’s mistake. Sun-hee’s drastic change in attitude terrifies Yoo-jung, while Yoo-jung’s younger brother Kang-soo senses something sinister about Sun-hee whom he coincidentally encounters. The audience is intrigued by how the catastrophic relationships among the three characters will unfold. Particularly, this film realistically portrays crimes such as ‘stalking,’ ‘dating violence,’ and ‘gaslighting,’ raising social awareness. In this film, Han Chae-young will deeply portray the character of Yoo-jung, symbolizing human goodness, as an internet star instructor. Han Chae-young has showcased a wide spectrum of acting skills from romance to action and drama, and she takes on a new challenge in this film. Hyun Woo-sung is gaining attention as he makes his directorial debut and stars in his first screen role. He transforms into the radical villain Sun-hee, meticulously approaching Yoo-jung and revealing a completely different side after just one night, showcasing the depths of human nature. Additionally, Jang Ui-soo joins as Kang-soo, Yoo-jung’s brother and accomplice, completing the intense psychological warfare among the three characters. Jang Ui-soo has demonstrated his presence through various dramas and plays an important role in this film as well. With the release of the teaser poster, the sociopathic thriller ‘City of Evil,’ which explores human nature, is expected to leave a deep impression on the audience.
