The COVID pandemic continues to have a delayed impact on the Korean production and film releasing scenes. Last year’s prolonged theatrical drought meant funds for reinvestment were in short supply and releases postponed. Many of Acemaker’s movies were shot in 2020, but are only now confirming completion and new release dates.
Another action drama with a revenge theme is “A Man of Reason,” which premiered last month in the Toronto festival’s Special Presentations section. The story’s protagonist, played by, was released from prison after 10 years. He seeks to lead an ordinary life, only to find out his daughter was abducted by his former boss, leaving him no choice but resort to violence for revenge. Kim Nam Gil and Kim Jun Han also star in this directorial debut by Jung.