Kim Sung-ho

The South Korean maven of thrillers, Kim Sung-ho, was born in 1971 in Seoul, South Korea. Active in the film industry since the early 2000s, Sung-ho is renowned for his work in the thriller genre, with his most notable films including "Into the Mirror" (2003) and "A Hard Day" (2014), the latter winning him the Prix du Jury at the Beaune International Thriller Film Festival. His directorial style is often characterized by complex narratives, tight pacing, and a distinctive blend of suspense and dark humor. Sung-ho, with his unflinching dedication to his craft and remarkable ability to keep audiences on the edge of their seats, has undeniably cemented his place in the annals of Korean cinema.