Target (2023)

Target (Korean: 타겟) is a 2023 South Korean thriller film directed by Park Hee-Kon. The film explores the dangers of online second-hand trading through the perspective of a protagonist who becomes the victim of a malicious seller.

Plot

The story follows Soo-Hyun, played by Shin Hae-Sun, who purchases a used washing machine through an online marketplace. Upon delivery, she discovers the appliance is defective. Frustrated by the experience, she posts warnings on the website to alert other potential buyers about the seller. This action triggers a series of threatening messages and increasingly dangerous events, placing Soo-Hyun in a life-threatening situation.

Cast

The film features an ensemble cast led by Shin Hae-Sun and Kim Sung-Kyun.

• Shin Hae-Sun as Soo-Hyun
• Kim Sung-Kyun as Detective Joo
• Lim Chul-Soo as Chief Im
• Lee Joo-Young as Oh Dal-Ja
• Kang Tae-Oh as Detective Na

Production

Target was directed by Park Hee-Kon, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Kim Dong-Hoo. The film was produced by Kim Gwan-Hoon and distributed by PLUSM Entertainment. It was released in South Korea on August 30, 2023, with a total runtime of 101 minutes.