OLDBOY Director Park Chan-wook Set to Write and Produce Historical Drama at Netflix WAR AND REVOLT
Park Chan-wook, the Korean filmmaker behind Oldboy, Lady Vengeance, Thirst, Stoker, and Decision to Leave, is set to produce and co-write the historical drama film War and Revolt for Netflix. This will be the filmmaker’s first collaboration with Netflix, which could turn into something more if he enjoys his experience working with them.
War and Revolt tells the story “of two childhood friends, portrayed by Gang Dong-won and Park Jeong-min, who become adversaries.”
Gang leads the film as “the enigmatic Cheon-young, a character whose remarkable martial prowess defies his humble origins as a slave. Struggling to break free from the chains of servitude, Cheon-young combines charm and action.”
Park Jeong-min takes on the role of Jong-ryeo, “Cheon-young’s former master and scion of the Joseon dynasty’s most influential military family. After passing the military service exam, Jong-ryeo becomes King Seonjo’s personal guard, leading to a heart-wrenching reunion with his former friend. The role requires delving into the complex psyche of a man torn between friendship and duty.”
The movie is directed by Kim Sang-man (Midnight F.M.) from a script by Shin Chul and Park Chan-wook. The cast also includes Cha Seung-won, Kim Shin-rock, Jin Sun-kyu and Jung Sung-ill.
Cha portrays King Seonjo, “a monarch who abandons his people at the onset of the Japanese invasion, but who seeks to restore his reputation and authority after the war.” Kim portrays “a resolute member of the civilian militia who defies social norms and confronts obstacles.” Jin plays the role of “a civilian militia leader descended from the traditional ruling class who emerges as an inspiring force amid the chaos of invasion.” Jung plays “an intimidating Japanese warlord who recognizes Cheon-young’s extraordinary swordsmanship.”
This sounds like it will end up being a great film.