Ha Yoo

Pioneering the modern wave of South Korean cinema, Ha Yoo was born in 1963 in Gyeonggi Province, South Korea. Active since the early 1990s, Ha Yoo has made a name for himself in various genres, particularly action and drama, with his notable works including "Once Upon a Time in High School", "A Dirty Carnival", and the critically acclaimed "Beastie Boys". Despite not having any awards from major film festivals, his films have been recognized for their raw and gritty portrayals of Korean society, often tackling controversial themes with a unique blend of realism and stylization. Ha Yoo is a true visionary who doesn't shy away from exposing the underbelly of society, delivering it with a captivating intensity that leaves his audience both moved and provoked.