In its third week of release, ‘Hi-Five’ (written and directed by Kang Hyung-chul, provided/distributed by NEW, produced by Annapurna Pictures) is maintaining its position at the top of the box office and is enjoying steady success, delighting audiences with a playlist that enhances the immersion of the film.

Director Kang Hyung-chul, who has consistently provided playlists that remain in the memories of viewers, along with titles such as ‘Secret Forest,’ ‘The Man from Nowhere,’ and ‘The Glory,’ is once again collaborating with music director Kim Joon-seok, who has worked on all of director Kang’s projects. ‘Hi-Five’ is a comic action film that depicts the story of five individuals who, after receiving different superpowers through an organ transplant, meet those who seek their abilities.

Director Kang Hyung-chul and music director Kim Joon-seok enhanced the film’s completeness through careful selections that maximize the character personalities and scene atmospheres after numerous revisions and discussions. In the moment when ‘Wanseo’ realizes her superpowers while running up a hill, ‘I am One’ by The Smashing Pumpkins is inserted to elevate the audience’s immersion from the beginning. In a scene where ‘Gidong’ flaunts his electromagnetic ability while walking rhythmically through the streets, the song ‘The POWER’ by SNAP! adds excitement, and in a moment when the relationship between ‘Jisung’ and ‘Gidong,’ who were constantly bickering, shifts, Paul Anka’s ‘Put Your Head On My Shoulder’ plays, adding a twist of fun.

Meanwhile, during a thrilling car-chasing sequence, ‘Never Gonna Give You Up’ by Rick Astley is included, bringing a unique fun to the tense situation with its lively rhythm. Additionally, ‘Bboom Bboom’ by Momoland, which is inserted when ‘Jongmin’ teaches children at a Taekwondo studio, is said to be an idea from Oh Jung-se. Finally, the theme song ‘We Are Family’ by Sister Sledge, symbolizing the strong teamwork of the ‘Hi-Five’ members, resounds, concluding the film.

As a result, viewers remarked on the music, with comments such as, “Director Kang Hyung-chul’s specialty! The music was great in previous works, and the selection in this film was excellent” (syun****), “Using OSTs and music that fit the scenes really enhanced immersion!” (98dh****), “The director, production, actors, characters, BGM, and editing were all outstanding!” (bola****), “The music was utilized superbly” (gree****), and “Especially, the BGM during the appearance of the Bluetooth man was exciting and nice” (jin6****).

Additionally, the soundtrack of ‘Hi-Five,’ released on June 2, has garnered attention from audiences, proving once again the film’s popularity, which can be enjoyed by men and women of all ages. With such rich music added, the film ‘Hi-Five’ stimulates the audience’s five senses and is currently being screened successfully nationwide.

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