Lady Vengeance, originally titled Sympathy for Lady Vengeance, is a South Korean film directed by Park Chan-wook that came out on July 29, 2005. It is the third part of Park’s “Vengeance Trilogy,” following Oldboy and Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance.
Lady Vengeance - Release Date, Trailer, Songs, Cast
Movie: | Lady Vengeance |
Genre: | Drama, Thriller |
Language: | Korean |
Director: | Park Chan-wook |
Main Cast: | Lee Young-ae as Lee Geum-ja - Choi Min-sik as Mr. Baek - Kim Shi-hoo as Geum-ji - Nam Il-woo as President Baek |
Release Date: | July 29, 2005 |
Banner: | CJ Entertainment, Moho Film |
Music: | Not available |
Budget: | $4.5 million |
Runtime: | 1h 55m |
The film follows Lee Geum-ja, portrayed by Lee Young-ae, who is wrongly imprisoned for kidnapping and killing a young boy. While in prison, she acts as a model inmate and gains the admiration of those around her because of her kindness. However, deep down, she harbors a strong desire for revenge against the real culprit, Mr. Baek, played by Choi Min-sik, who tricked her into taking the blame.
Once she finishes her prison sentence, Geum-ja embarks on a carefully planned mission to seek revenge. The movie explores themes like guilt, redemption, and the complicated nature of revenge while offering breathtaking visuals and an emotionally powerful story.
Lady Vengeance was praised for its strong performances, especially from Lee Young-ae, and Park Chan-wook’s skilled direction. The film features beautiful cinematography and a haunting soundtrack, providing a deep look into human emotions and the outcomes of seeking vengeance. It is an important film in Korean cinema, known for its artistic quality and depth.