A Bittersweet Life (2005)
A Bittersweet Life (2005) is a gripping South Korean neo-noir action thriller directed by Kim Ji-woon. The film follows Sunwoo, a loyal enforcer for a powerful crime boss, who is entrusted with the task of monitoring his boss’s unfaithful mistress. However, Sunwoo’s personal morals and emotions lead him to make a life-changing decision when he chooses to protect the woman instead of betraying her. As a result, he finds himself entangled in a violent, unforgiving world of betrayal, loyalty, and revenge. The film explores themes of honor, love, and the consequences of one’s actions.
