'The Childe' follows the story of former boxer Copino who finds himself in a dangerous situation upon arriving in Korea. The mysterious killer (Kim Seon Ho) keeps us guessing whether he is friend or foe.
"The Childe" has already held its premiere on Thursday (8/6). This film has actually been highly anticipated considering it is Kim Seon Ho's debut film. "The Childe" also stars a number of popular names such as Go Ara to Kim Kang Woo.
As soon as it premiered in theaters, "The Childe" was immediately flooded with reviews from the South Korean media. Interestingly, a number of media outlets gave praise regarding the direction, film flow, and acting of the players.
Star Today revealed that the director succeeded in presenting the best aspects of the characters and actors. "We were totally engrossed in the characters, their dialogue, the genre, and the action sequences that were thrilling from start to finish," said the medium.
iMC especially paid tribute to Seon Ho. "Kim Seon Ho impressively brought to life 'The Child', a character who paradoxically combines a cheerful attitude with a deadly profession," praised iMC.
The media added, "This marks a departure from her previous drama roles, revealing a new side of her. The dynamic action scenes, featuring the two leads, offer an exciting viewing experience just like Korean superhero movies."
Next, it was Sports Korea's turn to praise "The Childe" as a film that includes all the elements that audiences expect from director Park Hoon Jung's film. "It combines a somber noir tone, mysterious characters, and a fast-paced narrative that depicts intense chases while retaining a touch of wit," wrote Sports Korea.
Joy News 24 joins in saying that “The Childe” is undoubtedly a film made especially for Kim Seon Ho, as his character takes center stage in most of the film. "He really shines in thrilling action scenes," said Joy News 24.
"He effortlessly handles everything from high-speed car chases and memorable action scenes to intense gunfights and authentic hand-to-hand combat. With his powerful presence and fierce expression, he brings an unprecedented level of intensity to the role. and the film," the media added.
Lastly is Ten Asia which highlights how Kim Seon Ho easily swears even though his face looks innocent. "It's also nice to discover new and unexpected aspects of his talent. Especially in his fearless action sequences, we can see glimpses of the dedication and passion he brings to this project," concluded Ten Asia.
Meanwhile, "The Childe" follows the story of former boxer Copino who finds himself in a dangerous situation upon arriving in Korea. The mysterious killer (played by Seon Ho) keeps us guessing whether he is friend or foe. The film will be officially released on June 21. (wk/charity)
