Ryoo Seung-wan

South Korean cinema's master of action and thrill, Ryoo Seung-wan was born in 1973 in Onyang, a small town in South Korea. Active in the film industry since 2000, he has dazzled audiences with his distinct style in action and crime genres, most notably in his renowned films like "The Berlin File" and "Veteran," for which he received the Blue Dragon Film Award for Best Director. Ryoo's authorial style is marked by his ability to seamlessly blend intense action sequences with deep, character-driven storytelling, often set against the backdrop of socio-political issues.

Ryoo Seung-wan, with his humble beginnings and relentless passion for cinema, truly embodies the spirit of the Korean wave that is sweeping across the world of cinema.