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SYMPATHY FOR MR. VENGEANCE
Chauncey -Theater 1
Friday, Oct 14, 2022 6:30 PM
A recently laid off factory worker kidnaps his former boss' friend's daughter, hoping to use the ransom money to pay for his sister's kidney transplant.
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Admission Adult Evening - $11.50
Admission Seniors (60+) - $8.85
Admission Children (12 and younger) - $8.85
Admission UI Student (with valid ID) - $8.85

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"A worthy start to a trilogy and to a director who is fast establishing himself as a new light in Asian cinema."—Peter Howell, Toronto Star

"All three leads are deadpan perfect, especially Shin Ha-kyun..."—David Lamble, Bay Area Reporter

20th Anniversary Screening

Presented in 35mm

Unable to afford proper care for his sister dying from kidney failure, Ryu turns to the black market to sell his own organs, only to end up cheated of his life savings. His girlfriend urges Ryu to kidnap the daughter of wealthy industrialist Dong-jin, who recently laid him off. Ryu agrees, but unforeseen tragedies turn an innocent con into a merciless quest for revenge.

Sensual Vengeance: The Films of Park Chan-wook

In anticipation of his latest film, Decision to Leave (opening November 4), we showcase a handful of films from the acclaimed director who has a devoted cult following and for good reason. A master of suspense who elegantly embraces violence while commenting on the systemic issues that lead to those acts. His latest work takes his cool and polished visuals into the sensual realm with exquisite results.



Series Info
Series:Sensual Vengeance: The Films of Park Chan-wook
Film Info
Rating:R
Runtime:129 minutes
Director:Park Chan-wook
Year Released:2002
Production Country:South Korea
Language:Korean