Triangle (2009 South Korean Film)

Triangle is a 2009 South Korean comedy-drama film directed by Ji Yeong-su. The film was released on November 19, 2009, with a runtime of 92 minutes. It is notable for being part of the Telecinema series, a collaborative production project between the South Korean broadcaster SBS and the Japanese broadcaster TV Asahi. The project involved seven films that were screened in cinemas before being broadcast on television in both countries.

Promotional poster for the film Triangle — Promotional material for the 2009 film Triangle.

Plot

The story follows Ryoo Sang-woo (Ahn Jae-wook), a con man who poses as the CEO of an art exhibition company to target a wealthy widow named Han Ji-young (Lee Soo-kyung). While Sang-woo attempts to charm Ji-young to gain access to a valuable painting titled Galrateaui Nunmul, he encounters an unexpected obstacle in Oh Sung-hye (Kang Hye-jung). Sung-hye, who claims to have attended the same high school as the widow, begins to shadow Sang-woo. After discovering his true identity and his intentions regarding the painting, she proposes a partnership, forcing the con man to include her in his scheme.

Actor Ahn Jae-wook — Ahn Jae-wook portrays the character Ryoo Sang-woo.

Production and Release

The film was produced by Kim Min and Shin Hyun-taek, with a screenplay written by Masaya Ozaki. Cinematography was handled by Kim Kyung-chul. Upon its release in South Korea, Triangle had a limited theatrical run, opening at number 15 at the box office. It sold approximately 1,517 tickets across 50 screens.

Actress Kang Hye-jung — Kang Hye-jung plays the role of Oh Sung-hye.

Cast

Ahn Jae-wook as Ryoo Sang-woo
Kang Hye-jung as Oh Sung-hye
Lee Soo-kyung as Han Ji-young
Kang Shin-il as Vice President Son
Lee Dae-yeon as Section Chief Kim
Lee Sung-min as CEO Lee Byung-joon

Actress Lee Soo-kyung — Lee Soo-kyung portrays the widow Han Ji-young.

Scene from the film Triangle — A scene featuring the main characters of the film.