'12.12: The Day' Review: Kim Sung-su's War Thriller Is Korea's Oscar Submission

Story by Richard Kuipers

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South Korea's Oscar submission chronicles the dark aftermath of a '79 coup, with a star-studded cast bringing this riveting historical thriller to life.

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Acclaimed actor Hwang Jung-min ('Deliver Us From Evil') leads the top-notch ensemble, delivering a powerful performance that's already generating Oscar buzz.
Director Kim Sung-su masterfully captures the tense political climate and moral ambiguity of this turbulent chapter in Korean history, offering a gripping cinematic experience.

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Kim Sung-su, Hwang Jung-min, South Korea, 12.12: The Day

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