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Korean Thriller "The Ugly" Set for North American Debut After Toronto Premiere

Korean Thriller "The Ugly" Set for North American Debut After Toronto Premiere

TORONTO, ON – The highly anticipated Korean thriller, "The Ugly," has secured North American distribution ahead of its world premiere at the prestigious Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).

The film, directed by "Train to Busan" visionary Yeon Sang-ho, is a gripping mystery that delves into long-buried family secrets.

Website Title: The Ugly (2025) | Official Site | A Korean Thriller from the Director of "Train to Busan"

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From the acclaimed director of Train to Busan and Hellbound, Yeon Sang-ho, comes a chilling new #KoreanThrillerThe Ugly. Based on his own graphic novel, this slow-burn #mystery unravels a haunting family tragedy. Forty years after his mother's mysterious death, a son embarks on a desperate quest for the truth, a journey that unearths a past deliberately erased.

Starring #ParkJeongmin in a compelling dual role and #KwonHaehyoThe Ugly is a story of grief, memory, and the dark secrets that bind a family. A man, whose mother's face he never knew, is forced to confront a hidden history when her remains are finally discovered.

This visually stunning and emotionally resonant film promises to be a standout at the 2025 #TIFF before its wider #NorthAmerican release. The Ugly is a masterful exploration of the scars we carry and the unsettling reality that the ugliest truths are often found closest to home.

The film's premiere in the Special Presentations section at TIFF highlights its artistic merit and commercial appeal, setting the stage for a successful run in North America.


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