“Kill Boksoon” is a South Korean crime action movie from 2023, directed and scripted by Byun Sung-hyun, featuring Jeon Do-yeon, Sol Kyung-gu, Kim Si-a, Esom, and Koo Kyo-hwan. The film debuted on Netflix on March 31, 2023.
CHARACTERS
- Jeon Do-yeon portrays Gil Bok-soon, a single mother known as the top assassin of MK. ENT, earning the moniker “Kill Boksoon” within the industry.
- Park Se-hyun appears as young Bok-soon, offering insight into Bok-soon’s earlier years.
- Sol Kyung-gu takes on the role of Cha Min-kyu, the CEO of MK. ENT.
- Lee Jae-wook depicts young Min-kyu, providing a glimpse into the character’s past.
- Kim Si-a plays Gil Jae-yeong, Bok-soon’s daughter who is unaware of her mother’s profession.
- Esom portrays Cha Min-hee, the director of MK. ENT and Min-kyu’s younger sister.
- Koo Kyo-hwan portrays Han Hee-seong, an affiliated assassin of MK. ENT.
- Supporting characters include:
- Lee Yeon as Kim Yeong-ji, a member of MK. ENT.
- Park Kwang-jae as Gwang-man.
- Jang In-sub as Yoon-seok.
- Choi Byung-mo as Hyun-chul.
- Kim Sung-oh as Sergeant Shin.
- Kim Ki-cheon as Soo-geun.
- Gi Ju-bong as CEO Ki.
- Kim Jun-bae as CEO Bae.
- Jang Hyun-sung as Gil Bok-soon’s father.
- Special appearances feature:
- Hwang Jung-min as Shinichiro Oda / Kim Kwang-li.
- Yoon Kyung-ho as Principal Yang No-soon.
- Kim Jae-hwa as Yoo Cheol-woo’s mother.
STORYLINE
“Kill Boksoon,” crafted by filmmaker Byun Sung-hyun, delves into the gritty world of crime and action. At its core lies Gil Boksoon, a proficient contract killer employed by MK. ENT., where she garners immense respect for her flawless execution record. Juggling her deadly profession with the responsibilities of single motherhood to Jae-yeong, who grapples with her own identity struggles, Boksoon’s life is a precarious balancing act between duty and personal fulfillment.
Within the confines of MK. ENT., Boksoon navigates the complex dynamics orchestrated by its leaders, Cha Min-Kyu and his resentful sister Cha Min-Hee. Amidst these intricacies, Boksoon finds herself entangled in a tumultuous romance with Han Hee-Sung, a fellow assassin grappling with his own career impediments. As Boksoon faces an impending contract renewal coupled with a morally challenging assignment, she confronts profound questions about her allegiance and purpose within the ruthless realm of contract killing.
