The movie 'Opposition' (directed by Hwang Byeong-guk, provided/distributed by Plus M Entertainment, produced by HYBE Media Corp), which has been cruising in the box office by hitting the number one spot for two consecutive days since its release, is receiving favorable reviews from audiences due to the actors' performances perfectly embodying unique characters.

'Opposition' is a crime action film that unfolds around a broker 'Opposition' who designs the drug trade in South Korea, a 'prosecutor' aspiring to rise higher, and a 'detective' who is committed to eradicating drug crimes, each with different goals. Since its release on the 16th, it has topped the overall movie box office for two consecutive days, signaling a successful run. Actual viewers have responded by saying, “The acting of trustworthy actors and the intriguing psychological changes and relationships among characters kept me glued to the screen throughout the film! May be a huge success!” (Megabox, kj*****), “The actors' performances were overwhelmingly good” (Lotte Cinema, Seok**), “A well-prepared kimchi stew is delicious no matter when you eat it. The material is fresh, and the acting show is engaging, so I recommend watching it” (NAVER, le*****), “It’s been a while since I’ve had an adrenaline rush from a Korean movie! The powerful, refreshing, and delightful conclusion combined with the passionate performances of all the actors was thrilling!” (CGV, Jab-sik*****) praising the film for its richness brought by the actors' excellent expressiveness.

The character of Lee Kang-soo, portrayed by Kang Ha-neul, expresses the facets of being a sly and humorous 'Opposition' while also depicting a fall into addiction, eliciting intense reactions: “Kang Ha-neul fits the role perfectly, and it’s amazing to see him soar” (CGV, pd****), “Kang Ha-neul exceeded expectations” (CGV, mn****), “His performance, both sly and powerful, was impressive” (CGV, s****), “Kang Ha-neul delivered a profound presence that marked the film” (Star News, Kim Na-ra).

Additionally, praise continued for Yoo Hae-jin, who played the ambitious prosecutor Gu Kwan-hee, who rarely reveals his true intentions but overwhelms with his presence. Reactions included: “I was so absorbed that I lost track of time! You can always count on Yoo Hae-jin” (NAVER, ak*****), “He shamelessly pushes the worst stereotype of a South Korean prosecutor that moviegoers think of” (KBS Media, Park Jae-hwan), “I got so immersed that I forgot my drink. Indeed, Yoo Hae-jin!” (Lotte Cinema, Mi****), demonstrating the expectations for the prosecutor Gu Kwan-hee completed with Yoo Hae-jin's character interpretation skills.

The acting transformation of Park Hae-jin, who moved the hearts of viewers nationwide as Yang Kwan-sik in 'When Life Gives You Tangerines', also gained attention. Comments included: “The movie I watched without noticing time fly this year! Kwan-sik is amazing here as well” (Lotte Cinema, Geo*****), “He proved once again that he has a thousand faces, able to handle various genres, including melodrama, drama, and action” (Sports Seoul, Won Sung-yoon), “The older Yang Kwan-sik is now a detective, and it seems he acts really well” (CGV, Ji******), providing a glimpse into Park Hae-jin's acting spectrum as he returned as the detective Oh Sang-jae committed to eradicating drug crimes.

Regarding Ryu Kyung-soo, who played the villain Jo Hoon, who acts without hesitation, backed by his father, a presidential candidate, comments such as, “He sublimated the pure evil embodied by social status into realistic everyday acting” (Money Today Broadcasting MTN, Park Jeong-hoon), “The performances of the protagonists were good, but personally, Ryu Kyung-soo’s performance was impactful!” (CGV, Gi**), “Is he the villain Jo Hoon? I thought he stood out in the previous works I watched, and he seems to be a good actor” (Lotte Cinema, Cheon**), and responses praising his overwhelming acting ability that dominated the film continued. The character Chae Won-bin, who dreams of revenge after falling into despair due to Jo Hoon, was also noted with remarks like, “I fell for her growing character! Chae Won-bin exploded with her acting here, just like in 'The Good Doctor'” (NAVER, hi****), “Chae Won-bin’s presence is overwhelming. The character Um Soo-jin has a strong backbone but is also cute and pitiable, making her very compelling” (NAVER, lu*****), “This is the first time I’ve seen Chae Won-bin, and I completely fell for her. The character Um Soo-jin is great, and she holds her own against other actors” (CGV, no****), highlighting her strong acting ability in perfectly embodying a character with a commanding presence and determination.

With the flood of praise, the movie has claimed the number one spot at the box office for two consecutive days since its release, predicting a successful run for its opening weekend and is now screening in theaters nationwide.

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