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South Korean auteur Yeon Sang H o is taking his talents to Hollywood.
The director, known for his acclaimed zombie thriller Train To Busan , has signed on to write and direct 35th Street for TriStar Pictures. Joining him on the script will be frequent collaborator Ryu Yong Jae.
This action-horror film marks Yeon’s first foray into English-language filmmaking. Plot details remain shrouded in mystery, but fans can expect a thrilling ride based on Yeon’s past successes.
Yeon’s meteoric rise began in 2016 with Train To Busan . This modest $8 million film became a global phenomenon, grossing over $98 million worldwide and establishing Yeon as a master of the genre. The film’s success spawned a beloved sequel, Peninsula , released in 2020.
Peninsula wasn’t Yeon’s only recent success. He also directed the Netflix series Hellbound , which topped the platform’s global charts. Additionally, Yeon helmed the Netflix film Jung-E , further solidifying his reputation as a versatile storyteller.
Partnering with Yeon on this project is TriStar Pictures, a studio with a rich history. Appian Way, founded by Leonardo DiCaprio, and Seoul-based production company WOW POINT will also co-produce the film. WOW POINT boasts a strong track record of international content creation, with hits like the Korean mystery thriller The Bequeathed and the Netflix adaptation of Parasyte: The Grey under their belt.
Yeon is represented by UTA and Johnson Shapiro Slewett & Kole, LLP. With a talented team behind him and his proven ability to captivate audiences, 35th Street is poised to be a major Hollywood debut for Yeon Sang Ho.
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