The Attorney

Set in the politically charged atmosphere of 1980s South Korea, this film follows the journey of a tax attorney who becomes an unlikely human rights defender. The protagonist, played by Song Kang-ho, takes on a case involving a group of students accused of being North Korean sympathizers, which challenges his principles and transforms his life. Directed by Woo-seok Yang, the movie is inspired by true events and highlights the struggle for justice against oppressive regimes. While it did not win major international awards, it was a commercial success in South Korea. For those interested, the film can be viewed for free on Soap2day.