Drive (2023 film)
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| Hangul | 드라이브 |
| RR | Deuraibeu |
| MR | Tŭraibŭ |
| Directed by | Park Dong-hee |
| Written by | Park Dong-hee |
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| Edited by | Kim Sun-min |
| Music by | Hwang Sang-jun |
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| Distributed by | M-Line Distributions |
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Running time | 90 minutes |
| Country | South Korea |
| Language | Korean |
| Box office | US$764,276[1] |
Drive (Korean: 드라이브) is a 2023 South Korean action crime mystery thriller film directed and written by Park Dong-hee. It stars Park Ju-hyun, Kim Yeo-jin, Kim Do-yoon and Jung Woong-in.[2] The film released in South Korea on June 12, 2024.[3]
Synopsis
Despite being a well-known YouTube influencer, Yuna constantly denigrates other people. She receives an invitation to a party for the launch of a cosmetic brand, but things don't go as planned. Exhausted and under a lot of stress, she calls a designated driver, takes a few shots, and then falls asleep. Yuna discovers she is stuck in her car's trunk when she opens her eyes. In addition to demanding money, the kidnapper demands that she perform a "kidnapping live-stream" in which she pleads with the audience for ransom. However, everyone believes she is acting out a situation that she made up.
Cast
Main
- Park Ju-hyun[4] as Han Yoo-na, a Popular YouTube influencer who was kidnapped and locked in a car's trunk.
- Kim Yeo-jin as Park Jeong-sook, a police lieutenant of the Woman and Youth Division who is an avid fan and supporter of Yoo-na who is the only one who believes in and assists Yoo-na.
- Kim Do-yoon as Choi Yoon-seok, Agency representative. A cop who gets caught up in a case.
- Jung Woong-in[5] as Na Jin-soo, MBS director and a person who takes advantage of Yoo-na's ambition to engage in secret transactions.
Supporting
- Ha Do-kwon as Detective Jo Seong-woo
- Choi Yoon-ra as Ri-ah, Yoo-na's rival influencer
- Kim Hye-na as MBS team leader
- Jeon Seok-ho as Lee Do-yeong, a driver who kidnapped Yoo-na.
- Moon Sang-hoon as Cha Geun, as trunk streamer
- Choi Hyun-jin as Oh Yeong-soo, Park Jeong Sook's son
- Choi Bum-ho as a fake Cadillac driver
- Byeon Dong-wook as Kwang-soo, University team leader
- Park Ji-yeon as a situation room police
- Lee Chae-kyung
Production
The principal photography of Drive began on June 1, 2021.[6]
Release
The film screened and included on the competition section on the 41st Brussels International Fantastic Film Festival on April 2023.[7]
The film selected as the closing film of the 22nd Asian Film Festival of Dallas along with other asian films on July 16, 2023.[8]
It was invited and selected as part of the official selection to a leading overseas film festival Greek Horrorant Film Festival on its ninth edition.[9]
The Drive is eagerly awaited by both domestic and international media and reviewers and has risen to the top of the Korean cinema reservation list ahead of its debut on the 12th.[10]
The home video DVD edition was released in South Korea on March 20, 2025.[11]
Reception
Box Office
In South Korea, Drive sold 71,749 tickets, earning a total of US$764,276.[12]
Critical
Park Ju-hyun's thriller film Drive has gotten mostly good reviews, with viewers complimenting its gripping plot, captivating performances, and tight atmosphere. However, some people think the finale is a little disappointing.[13]
The film received favorable reviews overseas, including an invitation to the 41st Brussels International Fantastic Film Festival in competition before its domestic release.[14]
Accolades
| Year | Awards | Category | Results | Ref. |
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| 2024 | Blue Dragon Film Awards | Best New Actress | Won | [15] |
References
- ^ "Drive". Box Office Mojo. Retrieved March 29, 2025.
- ^ 박주현의 새 영화 '드라이브'.. "납치된 인기 유튜버의 목숨 건 트렁크 생방 [Park Ju-hyun's new movie 'Drive'... "Live broadcast of a kidnapped popular YouTuber risking her life in the trunk".]. KBS 스타연예 (in Korean). May 28, 2024. Retrieved March 29, 2025.
- ^ Nova (May 17, 2024). "The thriller movie 'Drive', starring Park JooHyun, confirmed its release on June 12". Discover Latest K-Pop News, K-Drama Updates, Profiles & More | Kpopmap. Retrieved March 30, 2025.
- ^ Suhaila, R. (May 28, 2024). "Park Ju Hyun Is Desperate To Survive After Being Kidnapped In New Film "Drive"". Soompi. Retrieved March 29, 2025.
- ^ 네이버 엔터 [Action thriller 'Drive' Park Ju-hyun, Kim Yeo-jin, Kim Do-yoon, Jung Woong-in appeared...]. Naver News. Retrieved March 29, 2025.
- ^ "Drive | ...Started filming: 2021/06/01". HanCinema. Retrieved March 30, 2025.
- ^ Festival, Asian Film (March 30, 2023). "41st Brussels International Fantastic Film Festival – Asian Presence 2023". Asian Film Festivals. Retrieved March 30, 2025.
- ^ "DRIVE + PLEASE HOLD THE LINE (SHORT FILM)". Asian Film Festival of Dallas. Retrieved March 30, 2025.
- ^ "Drive — Closing Movie | Official Selection 2024 | Instagram". www.instagram.com. April 12, 2024. Retrieved March 30, 2025.
- ^ "Ahead of its release on the 12th, the trunk kidnapping thriller "Drive," which is highly anticipated." Maeil Business Newspaper. June 10, 2024. Retrieved March 29, 2025.
- ^ "YESASIA: Drive (DVD) (English Subtitled) (Korea Version) DVD - Kim Yeo Jin, Park Ju Hyun, IVE Entertainment - Korea Movies & Videos - Free Shipping - North America Site". www.yesasia.com. Retrieved March 30, 2025.
- ^ "Drive (2024)". Korean Film Biz Zone. Retrieved March 30, 2025.
- ^ ManInBlack (September 15, 2024). "Movie Review – Drive". MIB's Instant Headache. Retrieved March 30, 2025.
- ^ Adams, Wally (October 7, 2023). "Movie review: Drive | easternkicks.com". www.easternkicks.com. Retrieved March 30, 2025.
- ^ 박주현, 신인여우상 영광…"부담됐던 '드라이브'" [청룡영화상] [ [Park Joo-hyun Wins Best New Actress Award…'Drive' Was Burdensome [Blue Dragon Film Awards]]]. News1 (in Korean). November 29, 2024. Retrieved March 30, 2025.