Lee Jung-eun, Gong Hyo-jin, Park So Dam, and Lee Yeon: Four mothers who kidnap a murderer

A family that has waited eight years for their youngest daughter, who never returned from a school trip, is taking action. Ahead of its nationwide theatrical release on August 26, the film 'The Journey to Gyeong-ju' has released its teaser trailer. This work tells the story of four mother and daughters who plan to kidnap a murderer on the day he is released from prison after serving an eight-year sentence to carry out their revenge.

The released trailer builds tension, starting with the determined expression of the mother, Oksil (played by Lee Jung-eun), and showing the three sisters—Jang-ju (played by Gong Hyo-jin), Yeong-ju (played by Park So Dam), and Dong-ju (played by Lee Yeon)—moving a mysterious, heavy load. The sight of a yellow van driving down a fog-covered road and the four women playing tag in a rice paddy in broad daylight creates a bizarre atmosphere. In particular, the unidentified entity contained in a black plastic bag and the awkward family photo taken while wearing matching group outfits are elements that stimulate the audience's curiosity.

'Killing' Family Trip Begins After 8 Years of Waiting

The core setting of the film is unconventional. To avenge the youngest daughter, Gyeong-ju, who went missing during a school trip eight years ago, a mother and her three daughters join forces. The line, "We kidnapped the murderer who killed my daughter," clearly indicates that they are not mere travelers. Through the phrase "The trip is an alibi, the purpose is revenge," the film implies that their journey is a meticulously planned kidnapping plot.

The film does not stop at being a simple thriller but also attempts genre variations. The trailer includes desperate chases, car chases, and intense hand-to-hand combat scenes, hinting at the intensity of the action. The actions of the mother and daughters, who intend to execute the murderer as planned, promise an unpredictable development and are set to unfold the process of revenge occurring within the relationship of a family from a unique perspective.

From Lee Jung-eun to Lee Yeon, an Overwhelming Ensemble of Powerful Actors

The combination of actors alone gives the film a special weight. Lee Jung-eun, possessing irreplaceable acting skills, was selected for the role of the mother, Oksil, who holds the center of the drama. Gong Hyo-jin, loved for her characteristic realistic acting, takes on the role of the eldest daughter, Jang-ju, breathing life into the film.

Park So Dam, whose strength lies in delicate emotional lines, joins as the second daughter, Yeong-ju, and Lee Yeon, who possesses diverse charms, joins as the third daughter, Dong-ju. The 'real family' chemistry that the four actors will showcase as one family is one of the key points to watch in this film. How actors with different personalities unite and clash for the single purpose of revenge is expected to be the core driving force of the narrative.

Director Kim Mi-jo's First Commercial Film, Proven Quality Through Invitations to International Film Festivals

This work is the first commercial film by Director Kim Mi-jo, who demonstrated solid directing skills through her debut work 'Seagull.' Director Kim has garnered attention through her previous work, and 'The Journey to Gyeong-ju' has also received international interest even before its release. The quality of the work was recognized in advance through consecutive invitations to prestigious film festivals such as the Hawaii International Film Festival and the Florence Korean Film Festival.

The distributor, Lotte Entertainment, explained that this film is a work that exquisitely combines family love, revenge, and thriller elements. With its release confirmed for August 26, 'The Journey to Gyeong-ju' is ready to provide a different kind of genre fun that deviates from typical family movies in the summer theater market. The film begins its full-scale journey along with a yellow van on a foggy road.

Lee Jung-eun, Gong Hyo-jin, Park So Dam, and Lee Yeon United as Four Mother and Daughters

Actor Lee Jung-eun takes the role of the mother 'Oksil' to hold the center of the drama. Gong Hyo-jin plays the eldest daughter 'Jang-ju,' and Park So Dam plays the second daughter 'Yeong-ju.' Lee Yeon joins as the third daughter 'Dong-ju,' who moves together for the youngest daughter's revenge, completing the ensemble of the four women.

Release of Teaser Trailer and Film Festival Invitation Path

On the 20th, the distributor Lotte Entertainment officially released the teaser trailer for the film 'The Journey to Gyeong-ju.' This trailer captures the appearance of the four women embarking on a disguised trip for revenge.

Prior to its official release, the work has already made a name for itself on the international stage. It has received international attention through consecutive invitations to the Hawaii International Film Festival and the Florence Korean Film Festival.