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The Assassin(s)

A historical political thriller set in 1974, in the aftermath of the real-life attempted assassination of South Korean President Park Chung-hee. Directed by Hur Jin-ho, with an ensemble cast led by Yoo Hae-jin, Park Hae-il, and Lee Min-ho.

Director: Hur Jin-ho
Cast: Yoo Hae-jin, Park Hae-il, Lee Min-ho
Genre: Thriller, Historical

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