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The Merciless (2017)
Director: Byun Sung‑hyun
Cast: Sul Kyung‑gu, Im Si‑wan, Kim Hee‑won, Jeon Hye‑jin, Lee Geung‑young, Jang In‑sub, Kim Ji‑hoon, Lee Ji‑hoon, Choi Byung‑mo, Moon Ji‑yoon, Nam Gi‑ae, Jin Seon‑kyu, Huh Joon‑ho (special appearance)
Language: Hindi, Korean
Genre: Crime, Action, Drama
Release: May 17, 2017 (South Korea); screened at Cannes on May 24, 2017
IMDB: 6.7/10
Runtime: 120 minutes
Story: An undercover cop, Hyun‑soo, is sent into prison to befriend a ruthless inmate leader, Jae‑ho, as part of a plot to take over a crime syndicate. As their loyalty is tested and betrayals mount, the line between right and wrong blurs within the harsh prison world.
Review: A tense, stylish crime drama praised for powerful performances—especially by Sul Kyung‑gu and Im Si‑wan—and its exploration of loyalty and betrayal within organized crime. The film received a 7‑minute standing ovation at Cannes and excelled in box-office and critical reception :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}.
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