Deliver Us From Evil (2020 film)

Deliver Us From Evil (Korean: 다만 악에서 구하소서; RR: Daman Akeseo Goohasoseo) is a 2020 South Korean action-crime thriller written and directed by Hong Won-chan. The film follows a retired assassin who becomes embroiled in a kidnapping case in Thailand, leading to a violent confrontation with a ruthless pursuer.

Deliver Us From Evil promotional poster — Promotional poster for the 2020 film Deliver Us From Evil.

Plot

In-nam (Hwang Jung-min), a former government agent turned contract killer, completes his final assignment. He soon discovers that a kidnapping case in Thailand is directly linked to his past. Seeking to resolve the situation, he travels to Thailand, where he enlists the help of an assistant named Yoo-yi (Park Jeong-min). Simultaneously, Ray (Lee Jung-jae), a cold-blooded killer, arrives in Thailand to seek vengeance against In-nam for the death of his sibling.

Production

The film was directed by Hong Won-chan, with cinematography by Hong Kyung-pyo. Principal photography commenced on September 23, 2019, and concluded on January 23, 2020. The production utilized locations across South Korea, Japan, and Thailand.

Cast

Awards

57th Baeksang Arts Awards (2021): Best Supporting Actor (Park Jeong-min)
41st Blue Dragon Film Awards (2020): Best Supporting Actor (Park Jeong-min) and Best Cinematography & Lighting