The movie “Assassination,” which has attracted nearly 10 million viewers so far, has been swept up in a plagiarism lawsuit. According to the court, writer Choi Jong Lim, aged 64, filed a complaint which alleges that “Assassination” is a plagiarism of his novel. His lawsuit asks for 10 billion won (approximately $8.5 million USD) in damages, against the… Continue reading Film “Assassination” Being Sued for 10 Billion Won in Plagiarism Lawsuit
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“Assassination” Records Second Highest Single-Day Attendance for a Korean Film
New film “Assassination” had a historic opening weekend, recording the second highest number of single-day ticket sales ever for a Korean film. According to distributor Showbox and aggregate ticket sales numbers, the new film by director Choi Dong Hoon drew 949,135 viewers on July 25, the film’s fourth day in theaters. This is the second… Continue reading “Assassination” Records Second Highest Single-Day Attendance for a Korean Film
“Assassination” to Hit North American Theaters in August After Early Domestic Box Office Success
The new historical action film “Assassination,” which stars Jun Ji Hyun, Lee Jung Jae, and Ha Jung Woo, will soon be coming to select theaters in North America! The film is directed by Choi Dong Hoon, the visionary behind the 2012 hit “The Thieves,” and is set in 1930s Korea during the Japanese colonial period.… Continue reading “Assassination” to Hit North American Theaters in August After Early Domestic Box Office Success
Jun Ji Hyun Shows Complete Confidence Firing Guns in “Assassination,” Impresses Co-Stars
Actress Jun Ji Hyun showed confidence in action scenes with firearms. The July 19 episode of “Let’s Go Video Travels” aired an interview with Jun Ji Hyun, who is making a comeback with the action movie “Assassination.” During the interview, she says, “In ‘Assassination,’ there are a lot of scenes where guns are fired. Most actors… Continue reading Jun Ji Hyun Shows Complete Confidence Firing Guns in “Assassination,” Impresses Co-Stars
“Assassination” Star Lee Jung Jae Promises Free Hug Event If Film Is a Box Office Hit
When asked what they will do if their upcoming blockbuster “Assassination” is a box office success, stars Jun Ji Hyun and Lee Jung Jae made some promises that fit the setting of their movie. “Assassination” takes place during the colonial period in Korea, when the peninsula was being ruled by the Japanese government and some… Continue reading “Assassination” Star Lee Jung Jae Promises Free Hug Event If Film Is a Box Office Hit
Jun Ji Hyun Reveals She Enjoys Gun Scenes
Jun Ji Hyun, one of the stars of the movie “Assassination,” gave an account of transforming herself into the role of a credible assassin for the movie. In an interview on July 3, the actress stated that she eventually felt that the gun became a part of her. The star said, “As I was playing the role… Continue reading Jun Ji Hyun Reveals She Enjoys Gun Scenes
Ha Jung Woo Jokes About Loving Jun Ji Hyun During Filming of “Assassination”
On June 27’s episode of “Entertainment Weekly,” the stars of “Assassination” sit down to talk about their new film. When asked what order they were all cast in, Ha Jung Woo says, “I was third. They told me that Lee Jung Jae and Jun Ji Hyun had already been confirmed.” The reporter then says that… Continue reading Ha Jung Woo Jokes About Loving Jun Ji Hyun During Filming of “Assassination”
Jun Ji Hyun Is More Focused on Her Shooting Skills Rather Than Her Looks
Jun Ji Hyun is a true actress, putting more emphasis into developing her character rather than pampering her looks. The production presentation for the movie “Assassination” on June 22 with Director Choi Dong Hoon and cast members Jun Ji Hyun, Lee Jung Jae, Ha Jung woo, Jo Jin Woong, and Choi Duk Moon. Jun Ji Hyun,… Continue reading Jun Ji Hyun Is More Focused on Her Shooting Skills Rather Than Her Looks
Ha Jung Woo Says Awesome Character Name Made Him Want Role in “Assassination”
At a press conference on June 22 for the upcoming star-studded blockbuster “Assassination,” Ha Jung Woo revealed that he decided he had to be in the film because of the unbelievably cool name of the character he was up for. He says, “I made up my mind to appear in the film because I liked… Continue reading Ha Jung Woo Says Awesome Character Name Made Him Want Role in “Assassination”
“Assassination” Film Starring Jun Ji Hyun and Lee Jung Jae Cancels Press Conference Due to MERS Concerns
A press conference for the highly anticipated action blockbuster “Assassination“ has been cancelled due to concerns over the spread of MERS. The film stars A-list actors Jun Ji Hyun, Lee Jung Jae, and Ha Jung Woo as members of a team that is preparing to carry out an assassination. The movie is set in historical… Continue reading “Assassination” Film Starring Jun Ji Hyun and Lee Jung Jae Cancels Press Conference Due to MERS Concerns