A Friend In Need
Originally released in 2010. A Friend In Need is a drama film. directed by Song Jung-woo. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Kim Tae-woo, Park Sung-woong, and Hwang Su-jeong
Synopsis
In bleak Yeouido, crowded by the political world, press and stock companies, section chief Hwang Woo-Jin works in a stock trading firm. He is a hard-working salaryman, but is the first to be laid off. With an outstanding private loan to pay for, hospital bills for his father and consistent conflicts with his devoted wife, stress gradually suffocates Hwang Woo-Jin. Finally, a junior staff member and a boss, who he trusts, conspire to kick him out. After finding about their scheme, Hwang Woo-Jin becomes desperate. In front of him, his friend Jung-Hoon, who does do anything for justice, appears. Under the influence of alcohol, Woo-Jin tells Jung-Hoon that he wants to kill them. The next day the junior staff member is found dead.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 2, 2010
15 years ago
Runtime
1h 28m
88 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
Korean
Original language
Country
South Korea
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- KO
Production Companies
- Daydream
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Friend In Need about?
In bleak Yeouido, crowded by the political world, press and stock companies, section chief Hwang Woo-Jin works in a stock trading firm. He is a hard-working salaryman, but is the first to be laid o...
Who directed A Friend In Need?
A Friend In Need was directed by Song Jung-woo.
How long is A Friend In Need?
A Friend In Need has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).
When was A Friend In Need released?
A Friend In Need was released on December 2, 2010 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Friend In Need?
The main cast of A Friend In Need includes Kim Tae-woo, Park Sung-woong, Hwang Su-jeong, Goo Seung-hyun, Ko Se-won.