The movie 'Hope' continues its box office success, surpassing 3 million viewers.
'Hope' (director/screenwriter Na Hong-jin, produced by Posed Films, co-produced by Plus M Entertainment and Westworld, presented/distributed by Plus M Entertainment), which exceeded 3 million viewers as of 1:30 PM on July 25th, the 11th day of its release, achieved the fastest consecutive breakthrough of 1 million, 2 million, and 3 million viewers among films released this year. Following 10 consecutive weeks at the box office number one spot, it set a record as the fourth film this year to surpass the 3 million mark, following 'The Man Living with the King,' 'Swarm,' and 'Salmonella.'
The film maintains the top advance reservation rate in its second week of release, showing strong momentum for a long theatrical run. Word-of-mouth from audiences is spreading thanks to its overwhelming scale and coherent direction, even sparking a trend of repeat viewings. Positive reviews are pouring in from viewers across all age groups, from teenagers to middle-aged and elderly audiences, and the film is expected to gain further momentum during weekend box office driven by summer vacations and holidays.
Actual viewers are lavishing praise on the intense action sequences, original direction, and outstanding performances by the cast, sharing various interpretations and details online.
'Hope' tells the story that begins when Beom-seok, the chief of Hoho Port Station located in the demilitarized zone, hears news of a tiger appearing from local youths and faces an unbelievable reality in a village thrown into emergency.
'Hope,' which has captured the hearts of moviegoers with its distinctive direction and visual appeal, is currently showing in theaters nationwide.
