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A wimpy, incompetent bank clerk decides to become a pro wrestler.A wimpy, incompetent bank clerk decides to become a pro wrestler.A wimpy, incompetent bank clerk decides to become a pro wrestler.
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- 4 wins & 3 nominations total
Jang Hang-seon
- Jang Gwan-jang
- (as Hang-Seon Jang)
Park Ji-il
- Lee Kye-jang
- (as Ji-il Park)
Jang Nam-yeol
- Cheong-wong
- (as Nam-yeol Jang)
- …
Kim Soo-ro
- Yoo Bi-ho
- (as Su-ro Kim)
Myeong Gye-nam
- Dal-chi
- (as Gye-nam Myeong)
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Human beings are strange as they are engaged in a constant tussle with their alter egos. There is no rest for them as their minds are plagued with constant thoughts about a perpetual struggle which would be somebody's gain at the cost of somebody's loss. This strangeness enables them to emerge as powerful persons with absolute control over their lives. South Korean film 'The Foul King' is about the secret life of an ordinary bank employee who makes the most of his after work wresting sessions to emerge as a physically as well as emotionally stronger human being. It is nice to watch our hero as the tough guy in appearance but soft at heart. However, a mean bank boss is going to experience the wrath of audiences for having used unparalleled physical force against a weak person. Every act of success comes with a price tag attached to it. For the film's protagonist Dae-Ho,it is the lack of romance which shatters him the most. However,director Kim Jee Woon has constructed his imaginative screenplay in such a manner that the weak man is able to redeem his lost honor when his bully father recognizes his physical prowess. Although featuring WWF style wresting, 'The Foul King' appears more a drama film due to its pacing which is very regular. Its universal appeal lies in the fact that all countries have the fair share of "The Foul King' .
- FilmCriticLalitRao
- Jun 29, 2015
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- Runtime1 hour 52 minutes
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- 1.85 : 1
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