Cast
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Cha Seung-won
as Pil-gi
Jang Seo-hee
as Yeon-hwa
Jang Hang-seon
as Jang Kil-bog
Son Tae-young
as Su-kyung
Jin Yoo-young
as Property developer
Jang Hyun-sung
as Park Gi-tae
Park Sung-woong
as Pil-gi's friend
Hwang Seok-jeong
as shopkeeper
Jang Hang-jun
as (cameo) (uncredited)
Yoon Je-moon
as
Yun Mun-sik
as Pil-gi's father
Lee Mi-eun
as
Lee Gyeong-geun
as Officer
Crew
Director
- Kim Sang-jin
Producer
- Lee Min-ho
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Comedy/Horror film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Ghost House presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Kim Sang-jin brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2004, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Ghost House took approximately 24 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 123 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 144 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 1059 individual shots.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The costume department created over 474 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 2004, when this film is released:
- The September 11 attacks changed global security and politics.
- Environmental concerns were becoming more mainstream.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: September 17, 2004
- Runtime: 2h 3m