Director Na Hong-jin: 'Hope' has much lower violence than 'The Wailing'

Director Na Hong-jin addressed the differences between his upcoming film 'Hope' and his acclaimed 2016 horror film 'The Wailing' during a press screening held at Megabox COEX in Seoul.

When asked about the comparison, Na Hong-jin stated that 'Hope' is a film with a "very low level of violence" compared to 'The Wailing.' This distinction is significant given the intense and graphic nature of his previous work, which garnered international attention for its disturbing themes and imagery.

The press screening also saw the attendance of the film's lead actors, including Hwang Jung-min, Zo In-sung, and Jung Ho-yeon. The film, directed and written by Na Hong-jin, is produced by Foreged Films and co-produced by Plus M Entertainment and Westworld.

'Hope' is presented by Plus M Entertainment, which is also handling its distribution. The film's production details and the presence of its star-studded cast at the screening underscore the anticipation surrounding Na Hong-jin's return to directing.

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Compared to 'The Wailing,' the level of violence in 'Hope' is very low.