Split (2016 South Korean Film)

Split is a 2016 South Korean drama film directed by Choi Kook-Hee. The narrative focuses on the competitive world of professional bowling, exploring themes of redemption and unlikely partnerships.

Promotional poster for the film Split — Promotional material for the film Split.

Plot

The story follows Chul-Jong (Yoo Ji-Tae), a former legendary professional bowler whose career was cut short by a severe car accident. Having retreated from the professional circuit, he works at a junkyard and participates in underground bowling matches for money. His life intersects with Hee-Jin (Lee Jung-Hyun), the owner of a struggling bowling alley burdened by significant debt. Seeking to resolve her financial issues, Hee-Jin recruits Chul-Jong to compete in high-stakes matches. Their dynamic shifts when they encounter Young-Hoon (David Lee), an autistic young man who possesses exceptional, untapped potential as a bowler.

Production

The film was produced by Opus Pictures, which also served as the distributor. Principal photography for the project commenced on April 2, 2016, and concluded on June 13, 2016. The film features cinematography by Baek Yoon-Suk.

Cast

Actor Yoo Ji-Tae — Yoo Ji-Tae portrays the lead character, Chul-Jong.

Actress Lee Jung-Hyun — Lee Jung-Hyun portrays Hee-Jin.

Actor David Lee — David Lee portrays Young-Hoon.

The main cast includes:

Yoo Ji-Tae as Chul-Jong
Lee Jung-Hyun as Hee-Jin
David Lee as Young-Hoon
Jung Sung-Hwa as Dooggeobi
Kwon Hae-Hyo as CEO Baek
Moon Young-Soo as a white hair bettor

Actor Jung Sung-Hwa — Jung Sung-Hwa in his role as Dooggeobi.

Actor Kwon Hae-Hyo — Kwon Hae-Hyo as CEO Baek.

Actor Moon Young-Soo — Moon Young-Soo as the white hair bettor.