Yoon-ah, Yoo Hae-jin to join Hyun Bin in action thriller
by javabeans
Hyun Bin’s (Fatal Encounter) new action thriller Alliance has cast his co-stars, with Yoon-ah (Prime Minister and I) confirmed to join and Yoo Hae-jin (Veteran) currently considering. I’m excited to see Hyun Bin in another intense movie and Yoo Hae-jin has a ton of entertaining projects under his belt — I have no feelings about Yoon-ah, who is neither a draw for me nor a detractor — so I’m intrigued by the sounds of this match-up.
The movie centers around the formation of the first joint North-South undercover investigative unit, and Hyun Bin was the first to be cast a couple months ago as a North Korean detective. Yoo Hae-jin’s character is also a North Korean detective, but the relationship between the men is described as a “fierce action showdown,” so something tells me there’s plenty of conflict within the team. Maybe a jostling for authority? Personal discord? Disagreement over who’s the bigger badass?
Yoon-ah’s character plays Yoo Hae-jin’s sister-in-law (the younger sister of his wife), though not much else is given about her role in the film. (I’m going to guess there’s a romance with Hyun Bin, just because it seems like the obvious thing to do with the casting, but that’s just speculation.) They’ll all be taking on North Korean accents for the movie, which is always quite the challenge; North Korean accents can be tricky, and Korean audiences are often pretty critical of imperfect ones. But it’ll earn ’em praise if they pull it off credibly.
Alliance comes from producer Yoon Je-kyun, who directed the massive box-office hit Ode to My Father, which was his second film to top 10 million ticket sales — Haeundae drew 11.32 million, while Ode took in 14.26 million. With that kind of success, I can see why ambitions are high for this film, which boasts a production budget of 10 billion won. It’s written by My Little Hero’s Kim Sung-hoon, and will begin filming in early 2016.
Via Star News
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1 sweettangerine
November 16, 2015 at 8:41 AM
Yoon-ah is pretty and all, but really need to improve in acting department.
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glim
November 16, 2015 at 8:58 AM
If actresses like Jin Se Yeon,Suzy and Shin Se Kyung can have lead roles in movies all the time and never improve their acting, why can't Yoona have a supporting role? She is honestly better than previous three and is able to give a surprise, especially in smaller role like this.
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lemondoodle
November 16, 2015 at 9:36 AM
Stop putting Shin Se Kyung in that group. She's actually quite good.
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J
November 16, 2015 at 10:18 AM
Shin Se Kyung is quite good..? She surprised me with non-robotic acting in Sensory Couple, but other than that, her face does not convey any emotion. I find it easier to watch Suzy act than her.
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pogo
November 16, 2015 at 11:31 AM
Shin Se-kyung occasionally does the eye-widening thing, but she is not even close to as much of a facial/vocal blank as Suzy. And she was actually decent - expressions, voice and all - in Six Flying Dragons and before that, Tree with Deep Roots. She's no Go Ah-sung or Shim Eun-kyung, but she's very much watchable.
changhyun
November 16, 2015 at 8:45 PM
She was great in Tazza 2. Her acting has improved quite a bit and while she's not the best, she does not deserve comparisons to Jin Se Yeon, lol.
glim
November 16, 2015 at 11:31 AM
For the amount of experience and time she spent working in the industry Shin Se Kyung is below average actress.
I can even give a pass to girls like Yoona and Suzy who are primarily idols and than actors but for actresses like SSK and PSH that are doing this since they were children and still can`t kiss or emote properly , there is really now excuses.
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pogo
November 16, 2015 at 11:37 AM
why should these idols get a pass for poor acting, though? If the excuse is that they are singers and so can't be expected to be good at acting, that's nonsense. Especially considering the likes of Yoona and Suzy are hardly debutantes, and there are idols like Jung Eunji and IU who are actually good at acting despite debuting at the same time or even after Yoona/Suzy, and don't need the "but she's an idol, cut her some slack!" excuses made for them.
ziki
November 16, 2015 at 2:44 PM
Neither Eunji or IU are great actresses ,they are serviceable at best. Eunji is stuck with one character she knows how to play and she does a variation of that for every single drama shes in.
And IUs acting can be quite emotionless. I actually think Yoona emotes better than both of them based only on watching PMAI, and she also has more poise. I also agree that Sooyoung is very charizmatic and good actress even for idol standards. Best idol actress i saw is Eunjung, at least i think shes still an idol. I always liked how versatile and powerful she is on screen.
I say this as an objective observer as i dont follow idols and really have no idea how they are as singers/performers.
pogo
November 17, 2015 at 4:13 AM
Literally all I know about Jung Eunji and IU is that outside of acting, they're idols - I don't know their music and my opinions of their acting are based on what I see in their performances.
And based on that alone, they would both wipe the floor with Yoona, with the greatest of ease. This despite the fact that she has supposedly been acting longer than they have. Yoona can be quite natural and charming onscreen, but lacks emotional depth (and her bearable roles are basically written from the same character template). That's not something the other two struggle with, based on their most recent acting work.
pogo
November 16, 2015 at 10:15 AM
agreed with lemondoodle that Shin Se-kyung does not deserve to be lumped in with the other two. Her voice alone would put her way ahead of them.
And yeah, Yoona is ok for a supporting role though her bandmate Choi Soo-young is the one who's actually good at it in their group. (I've seen a couple of the others and they were, well, not good)
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echene
November 16, 2015 at 12:17 PM
I don't get why some people think Shin Se-kyung is as bad as Suzy. She's way better even though her acting still needs work. I heard she's doing a pretty good job in 6FD right now.
Yoona isn't the worst idol actress, but yeah, Soo-young is better. Don't know why she doesn't get as many good roles.
Jung Eunji is still my favorite idol actress, though. I want to see her in more diverse roles so people will stop saying she's only good at playing one type of character.
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Jig
November 16, 2015 at 4:53 PM
I actually liked her in Prime Minister and I. If it wasn't for the bad writing in the last few episodes of the drama, it would have been a top favorite.
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Eslene
November 18, 2015 at 2:55 PM
Agree..love her in PMAI. Always be one of my favourite drama ?
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2 glim
November 16, 2015 at 8:46 AM
If they all pull of North Korean accent i can see a lot awards for this movie, especially considering the producer is the one behind Ode to My Father.
It`s time for Hyun Bin to have a good comeback project , his last two didn't meet the expectations. This will be Yoonas movie debut and she'll be supporting roles so i have no problem with her casting. Yoo Hae Jin is always entertaining so i hope his confirmed.
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3 jensredshoes
November 16, 2015 at 9:02 AM
Of course I'm excited to see Hyun Bin in a new project but I'm also a huge fan of Yoo Hae-jin. I just love him!
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4 Kiara
November 16, 2015 at 9:19 AM
Hwang Jung-min carried "Ode to My Father", it was not an award winner but it made a lot of money. Currently at #2 at the all time top grossing movies behind Choi Min-sik's "Roaring Currents."
I think Yoon more of a movie maker for box office hits than a critical acclaim kind of producer/director/writer like Park Chan-wook and Bong Joon-ho.
Not a fan of any of the actors but I hope it'll do well.
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Kiara
November 16, 2015 at 9:22 AM
Oh wait, I loved Yoo Hae-jin in "Moss." So yes, he's a great actor.
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pogo
November 16, 2015 at 10:29 AM
yeah, sometimes the biggest-grossing movies aren't always the best in terms of cinematic quality but I guess just what taps into a mood at the time? I mean, I think War of the Arrows is far and away the best of Kim Han-min's movies, but considering the subject and timing of Roaring Currents, that's the one that became the bigger hit.
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Kiara
November 17, 2015 at 8:45 AM
"Roaring Currents" was a movie of national pride. No one was surprised that it went straight to #1 and it will stay there for a very long time. WOTA was better I agree.
Chungmuro is well dominated by Korea's best actors. If we look at the top grossing movies of all time we'll find Choi Min-shik, Hwang Jung-min, Ha Jung-woo, Song Kang-ho etc at the top. When we look at critically acclaim movies we'll also find the same actors at the top. I think it's amazing. Talents and Star power goes hand in hand.
Dramaland on the other hand ....(nevermind).
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5 Zainab
November 16, 2015 at 9:22 AM
When one side of the coin excites me to hear return of Hyun bin, it equally upsets me to hear that Yoon-ah will be into it as well. She needs some serious acting lessons!!
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6 crazylu
November 16, 2015 at 9:39 AM
She doesn't have enough charisma and screen presence to stand next to these leading men. Meh. I'll check it out anyways.
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7 Iheartdramas
November 16, 2015 at 10:06 AM
The same can be said for a lot of actresses and idol actors.
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8 Beverly A
November 16, 2015 at 10:25 AM
Well, fortunately for the actors I can't really tell one accent from another. I can sympathize though because as a native speaker of Bostonian ;) I usually cringe whenever it's attempted by outsiders. This will have good actors though!
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9 aly
November 16, 2015 at 12:07 PM
wow im legit pissed that shes in this. hyun bin is one of my fave actors and then i find out shes in it. why would they even do this. anyway, i hope it does well because our baby needs a hit.
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10 Klava
November 16, 2015 at 1:45 PM
Everyone is concerned about Idols and what-not i don't even Care because
HYUN BIN kyaaak!!!!?manse? Lol.
I thought i wouldn't see him for a while after being burned by the drama that shall not be named but im relieved he's getting back to work.
Oh and Yoona isn't that bad except the age difference she was very believable in Prime Minister and I.
I don't like classifying Idols as bad actors just because of one or two individuals, Eun ji, Eric of shinwa,Soo young of girls generation maybe Jang Geun sook are decent actors.
Oh and after Choi si won recent great performance he now qualifys as a decent actor.
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Karlin Hwang
November 17, 2015 at 12:48 AM
It' sooooooooo funnyyyyyyyy.t think it's a coincidence. But each time i go on this site and when it's about Hyun Bin, there is exactly this person with this phrase ' the drama that shall not to be named' . The most virtual Hyun Bin anti fan i think :p
Really So funny
I love Hyun Bin and i really enjoyed all his project" Welcome back Hyun Bin and Hurry Hurry #Cooperation. Very good cast
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11 Rosemary
November 16, 2015 at 2:15 PM
Yoon-ah is one of the worst idols who is trying to act. And she is unattractive too. She is one simply BAD package. Avoid at all costs.
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ziki
November 16, 2015 at 2:36 PM
You sound pressed as fuck. Especially the "unattractive" part.
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Lurking101
November 16, 2015 at 5:34 PM
Must be an SNSD anti lol. The moment you used the word unattractive, it shows your shallow stance. Had you use constructive criticism, your opinion may hold some weight but this just reeks plain saltiness hahahaha
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12 bbstl
November 16, 2015 at 2:25 PM
Hyun Bin and Yoonah? That's just wrong.
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Joanna
November 21, 2015 at 3:44 AM
Hyun Bin and Yoona ....... just AMAZING and GREAT tandem
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13 Gin
November 16, 2015 at 3:26 PM
If they just need a wall flower, yoonah should be fine
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14 Sha
November 16, 2015 at 3:36 PM
I don't know why Yoona is getting hate when she is just supporting role in the movie. Yoona is not bad actress, she did good in PMI. I don't like to judge before i see the movie so i will wait until i see the movie.
The movie plot sound nice and Yoo Hae-jin is one of my favorite actor so i can't wait for it.
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15 february
November 16, 2015 at 4:15 PM
wow ive been a silent lurker here for years and i remember i thought that commenters here on db were different from other k entertainment sites. People actually gave their thoughtful opinion on something even if to criticize. Now seems like hate spam commenters on other sites had found their way here. Oh well i'll just enjoy these great articles from db. Thanks jb.
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nuwoy
November 17, 2015 at 12:28 AM
Yeah..Couldn't agree more. I always feel people/commentors on db have a good manner while giving their opinion or comment even when they have different opinion on it.
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pogo
November 17, 2015 at 6:58 AM
A lot of them appear to be idol fans/anti-fans, they're definitely not representative of the usual commenters on db (who are as put off as you by their comments and the way they choose to express themselves).
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16 Xxvxx
November 16, 2015 at 4:40 PM
Lol at this hate. Not like you guys will watch it right when it's out isn't it? Movies takes years to sub. And besides she's plying a supportive role... And she's serviceable, what's wrong with that? Not like she's a Kim Hye Soo, the role doesn't call for an amazing actor to behind it anyway. Geez
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17 daria
November 16, 2015 at 5:41 PM
i loveeee my binnie but hands down, Yoo Haejin the bigger badass <3
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18 xxna
November 16, 2015 at 6:34 PM
Hyunbin movie always flops they better not blame yoona for that habitual flop of his .
Yoona is too good for this shit ,i wish she stick to chinese drama and wait for a drama instead of amovie like this
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Anon
November 16, 2015 at 7:40 PM
More like this movie is too good for Yoona
but nvm cause I'm sure the focus is on Hyunbin and Park Hae jin
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xxna
November 17, 2015 at 5:36 AM
What ever makes you happy I guess,and sure you already read the script and know every thing
but
yeah its no brainer that almost all action movies are centered around man,new info you got there sherlock
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Joanna
November 17, 2015 at 12:51 AM
Wait, what is your reference to conirm that all Hyun Bin movies are flop"
Please review statistics of Late Autumn and Fatal Encounter
Ahhhh haters .....
Go Go Hyun Bin
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19 Elianne
November 17, 2015 at 4:10 AM
I actually don't mind Yoona in this? I think acting opposite respected veterans will only help her improve, and after PM&I, I'm finally convinced that she actually has potential to build upon.
Granted, her role in PM&I was more lighthearted and bubbly compared to the the tone of the movie here but yunno,
hopes spring eternal.
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20 Mikanjjj
November 17, 2015 at 7:56 AM
I'm neither excited not frustrated that yoonA is in the cast !!! I can make out from the comments that most ppl aren't that happy with her acting ....
I think she's good , especially in love rain ( few episodes were boring , true ) !!! I loved her chemistry with jang geun suk !!! She can do comedy roles well... As for this movie let's see !!!
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21 Jill Hye
November 22, 2015 at 10:55 PM
HYUN BIN MY LOVE
HYUN BIN MY LOVE
HYUN BIN MY LOVE
HYUN BIN MY LOVE
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22 tsktsktsk
November 24, 2015 at 3:15 PM
OH WHY OH WHY!!! Why put these idiols in movie and dramas?!! Make them go through school just like all the hard working actors and actresses did. They we're chosen to be idol not actress or actors, I find it unfair to those who worked soo hard to be on the screen. All these bimbos does it put on mediocre singing and they get the big shot!!! I mean ALLL IDOLS NOT JUST FEMALES.. It's a shame because when you want to watch a drama or movie and all you see is BIMBOS with a veteran or talented actors it makes me soo angry and irriate cus I can't watch it no more since I know it will turn out horrible with these bimbos in it.
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xxna
December 8, 2015 at 11:49 PM
SM idols are actually trained for acting in their trainee days ,.they are pretty much same
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23 Eman Resu
December 7, 2015 at 9:08 AM
Finally! I have been dying to see her in something since her wonderful turn as Nam Da-Jung in 2013's The Prime Minister and I. I passed on her God of War Zhao Yun appearance as that show was not really my cup of tea (I just can't get past the voice dubbing unfortunately). Alas... until this is out, I will have to sustain my Yoona addiction via fancams (which to be honest is no great struggle lol).
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