Midnight FM (2010 Film)

Midnight FM (Korean: 심야의 FM; RR: Shimyaui FM) is a 2010 South Korean suspense-thriller film directed by Kim Sang-man. The story centers on a popular radio host who finds herself in a high-stakes confrontation with a dangerous individual during her final broadcast.

Promotional poster for the film Midnight FM

Plot

Ko Sun-young (Soo-Ae) is a successful television anchor and late-night radio host. As she prepares to host her final radio program before moving abroad with her ill daughter, she receives a disturbing text message. Simultaneously, a man named Han Dong-su (Yoo Ji-tae) infiltrates her apartment, assaulting her sister, Ko Ah-young (Shin Da-eun). Dong-su demands that Sun-young follow his specific instructions during her live broadcast, threatening the safety of her family if she fails to comply or alerts the authorities.

Actress Soo-Ae — Soo-Ae portrays the lead character, Ko Sun-young.

Actor Yoo Ji-tae — Yoo Ji-tae portrays the antagonist, Han Dong-su.

Production

The film was produced by Hong Film and distributed by Lotte Entertainment. Principal photography took place between early 2010 and April 2010. Prior to its release, the film faced challenges with the Korea Media Rating Board, receiving a restricted rating that necessitated a re-submission process.

Cast

Soo-Ae as Ko Sun-young
Yoo Ji-tae as Han Dong-su
Shin Da-eun as Ko Ah-young
Ma Dong-seok as Son Deok-tae
Choi Song-hyun as Park Kyung-yang
Lee Joon-ha as Ko Eun-soo

Reception and Awards

Midnight FM was screened at several international film festivals, including the Hawaii International Film Festival and the Brussels International Fantastic Film Festival. The film received recognition for its technical and acting achievements, notably winning Best Sound FX at the 8th Korean Film Awards and Best Actress for Soo-Ae at the 31st Blue Dragon Film Awards.

Scene from Midnight FM — A scene from the film Midnight FM