'Harbin' Set to Premiere This Christmas

As the film 'Harbin' is set to premiere this Christmas, it is emerging as one of the most anticipated releases of the winter season. Let's delve into the key points that make this film a must-watch.

Director Woo Min-ho of 'Inside Men' and 'The Man Standing Next' Teams Up with 'Spring in Seoul' Producers

The collaboration between director Woo Min-ho, known for 'Inside Men' and 'The Man Standing Next', and Hive Media Corp, the production company behind 'Spring in Seoul', is a major highlight of 'Harbin'. Woo Min-ho has consistently worked with Hive Media Corp since the success of 'Inside Men' in 2015, creating a synergy in direction and production. With Hive Media Corp's track record of producing last year's hit 'Spring in Seoul', audiences have high expectations for this trusted director-producer duo. The world of 'Harbin', crafted by this long-standing partnership, is a significant draw for viewers.

Reimagining General Ahn Jung-geun & Historical Reconstruction: A New Style of Independence Army Film

While Korean cinema has explored the Japanese occupation and independence army themes, 'Harbin' distinguishes itself by reimagining the character of Ahn Jung-geun not just as a patriot but as a general leading the Korean Independence Army. This fresh perspective sets 'Harbin' apart. The film reconstructs the tumultuous journey and pivotal events of the independence army in 1909, showcasing director Woo Min-ho's expertise in historical narratives. 'Harbin' promises to offer audiences a novel experience, breaking away from the typical historical film deja vu.

Optimized for Theatrical Experience: Top-notch Sound & Cinematography with Hollywood Drone Team

'Harbin' aims to be a cinematic experience optimized for the big screen. Renowned cinematographer Hong Kyung-pyo, known for 'Parasite', 'The Wailing', and 'Snowpiercer', joins the project to deliver high-quality visuals. The film employs the ARRI ALEXA 65 camera, used in 'Dune' and 'Furiosa: Mad Max Saga', to capture the depth and texture on screen. The global locations spanning Mongolia, Latvia, and Korea are captured by XM2, a drone team with credits in 'Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One' and '007 No Time to Die'. The soundtrack, recorded at Abbey Road Studios by the London Symphony Orchestra, adds a grand musical dimension. This meticulous crafting from sound to visuals ensures 'Harbin' is a theater-optimized film.

Set in 1909, 'Harbin' depicts the intense pursuit and suspicion between those heading to Harbin for a singular purpose and those chasing them. The film stars Hyun Bin, Park Jung-min, Jo Woo-jin, Jeon Yeo-bin, Park Hoon, Yoo Jae-myung, and Lee Dong-wook. It is scheduled for release on December 25th.

Reported by Kim Ji-won, TenAsia bella@tenasia.co.kr