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Discover the Intriguing Numbers Behind 'Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint' Movie
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'Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint' is a fantasy action film where a novel, serialized for over 10 years, becomes reality on the day it concludes. The story follows Kim Dokja, the sole reader of the novel, as he teams up with the protagonist Yoo Joonghyuk and other allies to survive in a world that mirrors the novel's apocalyptic setting. The novel within the film, titled 'Three Ways to Survive in a Ruined World,' ends on Kim Dokja's commute home, and soon the fictional world becomes real. Kim Dokja, played by Ahn Hyo-seop, uses his knowledge of the plot to navigate crises and embarks on an epic journey with Yoo Sangah (Chae Soo-bin), Lee Hyunsung (Shin Seung-ho), Jung Heewon (Nana), and Lee Gilyoung (Kwon Eun-sung). The film promises a cinematic experience filled with fantasy, action, and spectacle, with a narrative that will captivate audiences, even after multiple viewings.
The number '1' in 'Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint' signifies Kim Dokja's unique connection to Yoo Joonghyuk, played by Lee Min-ho. Kim Dokja is the sole reader of the novel, consistently registering a view count of '1.' Disagreeing with the novel's ending where only the protagonist survives, Kim Dokja resolves to write a new ending by clearing the scenario and surviving with his companions. He proposes an alliance to Yoo Joonghyuk, the novel's strongest character, but is initially rejected. Yoo Joonghyuk, a powerful protagonist who has become cynical through countless regressions, becomes intrigued by Kim Dokja's proposal to rewrite the ending. The tension-filled first meeting between these contrasting characters sets the stage for their evolving dynamic.
With over 300 million global views, the mega-hit novel 'Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint' is set to captivate audiences as a film with its unique and expansive universe, unpredictable plot, and spectacular visuals. The film's meticulous production, including its VFX, enhances the realism of its vast world, blurring the lines between reality and fantasy. The subway on Line 3, where Kim Dokja and his companions first encounter the novel's world, is crafted to resemble reality closely, maximizing immersion. This blend of real and fantastical elements in the subway setting will draw audiences deeper into the film's narrative.
'Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint' will be released in theaters nationwide on the 23rd.
By Ji-won Kim, TenAsia Reporter bella@tenasia.co.kr
