Im Korea der frühen 30er entfalten japanische Besatzer ein Schreckensregiment. Viele passen sich an oder kollaborieren, einige wenige wagen den bewaffneten Widerstand und müssen sich dabei ständig vor Verrätern in den eigenen Reihen in Acht nehmen. Als die Partisanen erfahren, dass der höchste Offizier der japanischen Armee zur Inspektion herbei reist, aktiviert man die Scharfschützin Ahn Ok-yn im chinesischen Exil. Doch die muss erst einmal aus dem Gefängnis von Shanghai befreit werden. Ein Fall für den Agenten Yem Sek-jin...
Gesamte Besetzung von Assassination
Lee Jung-jae
Yeom Seok-jin
Lee Jung-jae delivered a compelling performance as Yeom Seok-jin in the 2015 Korean period action film 'Assassination,' directed by Choi Dong-hoon. His portrayal of the skilled sniper torn between his duty as a soldier and his internal moral conflicts was both nuanced and intense. Lee's ability to convey the complexity of his character's emotions added depth to the film's exploration of loyalty, patriotism, and personal ethics against the backdrop of 1930s Korea under Japanese colonial rule. His on-screen presence was commanding, as he navigated through the intricate narrative with a blend of stoicism and vulnerability, showcasing his versatility as an actor. Lee's performance was pivotal in creating a sympathetic assassin character, whose ultimate act of defiance and redemption became a highlight of the film, earning him critical acclaim and solidifying his status as one of South Korea's leading actors.