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The Wailing (2016)

★ 7.4TV-MA156 minDirector: Na Hong-jin

2016 South Korean film by Na Hong-jin

The Wailing (Korean: 곡성; RR: Gokseong) is a 2016 South Korean horror film written and directed by Na Hong-jin and starring Kwak Do-won, Hwang Jung-min and Chun Woo-hee. The film centers on a policeman who investigates a series of mysterious killings and illnesses in a remote Korean village in order to save his daughter. The film was both a commercial and critical success.

Plot summary adapted from Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.

FAQ

What is The Wailing about?
The Wailing (2016) — In the small village Goksung in South Korea, police officer Jong-Goo investigates bizarre murders caused by a mysterious disease. His partner relays gossip that a Japanese stranger, who lives in a secluded house in the mountains, would be an evil spirit responsible for the illnes
Is The Wailing based on a true story?
See the production background and source material details on the official Wikipedia article.
Is The Wailing scary?
Content rating: TV-MA. See the reviews tab for parental guidance and tone notes.