[Comprehensive] 'Blood of the Scenery' Jo Jin-woong & Choi Woo-shik "A Movie Where Synergy Shines, Overwhelmed by Its Release"

[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Isul] Will 'Blood of the Policeman' lead a paradigm shift in crime investigation dramas following 'New World', 'Inside Men', and 'Believer'? Attention is focused on whether this traditional hit genre will breathe new life into the theaters in the new year.

On the afternoon of the 29th, Jo Jin-woong said at the press screening of the movie 'Blood of the Policeman' (director Lee Gyuman) held at CGV Yongsan in Ichon-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, "There will be comfort and emotion conveyed by the film during difficult times," adding, "I am deeply moved in many ways."

Opening on the 5th of next month, 'Blood of the Policeman' is a crime investigation drama depicting the dangerous chase between Kang Yoon (Jo Jin-woong), the ace of the Gwangsu Unit who disregards illegal investigations, and Min-jae (Choi Woo-shik), an undercover rookie police officer assigned to monitor him.

The film is adapted from the Japanese novel of the same name by Sasaki Jo, directed by Lee Gyuman, who also helmed 'Return' (2007) and 'Children...' (2011).

As the number of COVID-19 confirmed cases recently increased, the government strengthened quarantine measures. With late-night screenings at cinemas becoming difficult, several films scheduled for release postponed their dates, but 'Blood of the Policeman' will open as planned on the 5th of next month.

Jo Jin-woong said, "It is hard to encourage people to watch movies in theaters during difficult times, but I hope you comfortably enjoy an entertaining crime drama at the cinema."

Choi Woo-shik, who is presenting a new work in theaters for the first time in two years since 'Parasite' (2019), which swept the 72nd Cannes Film Festival and the 92nd Academy Awards (Oscars), said, "I wanted to see the audience's reaction during the stage greeting, so it is an honor," and urged, "I hope many people watch this film with its grand sound in theaters."

Director Lee Gyuman shared his special feelings, saying, "Friends listen with their hearts to everything from very small parts to huge stories. Meeting the audience as a director in the space of a theater feels like that."

Jo Jin-woong and Choi Woo-shik perform a balancing act as the ace of the Gwangsu Unit and the so-called mole, an undercover rookie police officer, respectively.

Holding a microphone, Jo Jin-woong grumbled, "I want to stop doing bromance (brother + romance), but I don't know why I keep doing only bromance." He continued, "I thought Choi Woo-shik was a cute chick, but I saw him grow. Our synergy is well reflected in the film," showing confidence.

Choi Woo-shik responded, "I just followed Jo Jin-woong's steps and gained everything. It was so good that I only had to react to the senior's acting on set," and added, "I am grateful to have discovered a new side of myself."

Park Myung-hoon, who reunited with Choi Woo-shik after 'Parasite', said, "Although we don't have scenes together, I admired his portrayal of a cool police officer while watching the film." In response, Choi Woo-shik said with a smile, "Filming the action scenes made me feel like I grew into a cooler person."

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