Global entertainment service Netflix series 'Trigger' stars Kim Nam-gil and Kim Young-kwang, who embark on a mysterious cooperation.
The Netflix series 'Trigger', set to premiere on Friday, July 25, tells the story of two men who take up arms for their own reasons as illegal firearms of unknown origin get delivered in Korea, a country with strict gun control, and gun incidents occur incessantly. In a chaotic world where safety devices are removed, events that trigger people's emotions and dynamic gun action provide thrilling tension.
Earlier, a striking teaser poster and trailer heightened expectations, and the character stills released on this day stimulate curiosity by depicting Lee Do (played by Kim Nam-gil) and Moon Baek (played by Kim Young-kwang) at the center of a gun incident. First, Lee Do, a police officer armed with a sniper rifle, captures attention with his sharp gaze. Having previously served as a military sniper in conflict zones, he raises his weapon again to uphold justice in the face of illegal firearm incidents. Kim Nam-gil explained, "Lee Do carries deep wounds, but he strives not to repay the world in kind for the pain he has suffered," adding, "He is also a character with a strong will to move towards the future rather than being trapped in the past. His restrained inner self and quiet decisiveness are appealing qualities."
On the other hand, Moon Baek reveals a completely different presence. Unlike the cautious Lee Do, who carefully aims at targets, Moon Baek exudes a free-spirited and relaxed vibe. His distinctive styling and playful expression further deepen the curiosity surrounding the 'mysterious accomplice' character of Moon Baek. Kim Young-kwang noted, "Moon Baek is a very free-spirited character with a fresh feeling," and added, "Moon Baek also has a dark past, but I found the character's transformation throughout the series to be very appealing."
Above all, the setting where two men with contrasting feelings take up arms for their own reasons and cooperate at the scene of gun incidents is intriguing. Director Kwon Oh-seung stated, "The emotions conveyed through Kim Nam-gil's eyes themselves tell a story, and his slightly furrowed brow adds authenticity and persuasiveness to the character. I was confident that such an appealing actor would naturally draw viewers into 'Trigger' as the character 'Lee Do'," expressing his strong trust. He added, "Kim Young-kwang also possesses an intense charm that makes him perfect for the role of Moon Baek. His smile has a captivating power over others. I believe that his enchanting smile perfectly represents 'Moon Baek' itself." Co-director Kim Jae-hoon also emphasized, "We comfortably shared a lot of opinions about the actors and the work," adding, "Watching how the actors express the constantly changing relationship between Lee Do and Moon Baek and the entire process of these changes will be a great enjoyment."
The Netflix series 'Trigger' will be released worldwide exclusively on Netflix on Friday, July 25.
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