Cheol Woo Kang

Master of Korean action cinema, Cheol Woo Kang was born in 1941 in Seoul, South Korea. Active from the late 1960s through the 1990s, Kang's career was predominantly rooted in action and thriller genres, with his most renowned films including "The Devil's Stairway" and "Public Cemetery of Wolha," but unfortunately, his work has been largely overlooked by major film festivals. Kang's directorial style is marked by his ability to create intense, high-energy sequences that keep viewers on the edge of their seats, while also exploring deep societal issues. Cheol Woo Kang, a dedicated craftsman, gave Korean cinema some of its most gripping thrillers, combining heart-pounding action with a keen sense of social commentary.