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The 8th Night movie

🎬 Title: The 8th Night / 제8일의 밤

A profound journey into darkness.

Story: Armed with prayer beads and an ax, a monk embarks on a quest to confront an ancient spirit that possesses individuals and wreaks havoc on the world.

⭐ Rating: 6.1 (152 votes)

📅 Release date: July 2, 2021

⏱️ Runtime: 1 hour 55 minutes

🎭 Genres: Mystery, Thriller, Horror

🎬 Director: Kim Tae-hyoung

✍️ Writer: Kim Tae-hyoung

🌍 Countries: South Korea

🏢 Production companies: LiTTLE BiG PiCTURES, Gom Pictures, kth, Go Go Studio

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👥 Cast: Lee Sung-min (Park Jin-soo / Seon Hwa), Nam Da-reum (Cheong-seok), Park Hae-joon (Kim Ho-tae), Kim Yoo-jung (Ae-ran), Kim Dong-young (Dong-jin), Lee Eol (Ha-jeong), Choi Jin-ho (Jun-cheol), Go Seo-hee (Shaman), Park Se-hyun (High School Girl), Ryu Sung-hyun (Poacher)

Editor’s note: In summary, The 8th Night (2021) masterfully intertwines elements of Mystery, Thriller, and Horror, emphasizing atmosphere over spectacle. Director Kim Tae-hyoung skillfully crafts a tight narrative that prioritizes character development over flashy elements. The performances by Lee Sung-min, Nam Da-reum, and Park Hae-joon are grounded and impactful. At a runtime of 1 hour and 55 minutes, the film maintains a steady pace and avoids lingering excessively in any scene. While the reception has been varied, it’s best approached with an appreciation for its mood and tone. Its tagline—“A profound journey into darkness.”—captures its essence. If the concept resonates with you, consider adding it to your watchlist.

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