# Na Hong-jin's Monster Thriller Hope | Global News

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Published: 2026-09-13T14:09:22+00:00
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Director Na Hong-jin unleashes his most ambitious film yet, “Hope,” a wild, over-two-and-a-half-hour sci-fi thriller that blends monster-movie chaos with high-octane action. Set in Hope Harbor near the North Korean border, a local police chief leads a frantic chase against a towering, sinewy alien that defies explanation — and even the cops’ best efforts. While the CGI stumbles and the runtime stretches thin, Na’s signature intensity thrives, especially in the adrenaline-fueled finale. A standout performance from Hoyeon (of Squid Game fame) adds grit and wit, as does a hilarious autopsy scene and a terrified villager’s eyewitness tale. It’s messy, unpredictable, and gloriously over-the-top — a genre-bending ride that leaves you breathless and begging for more. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://apnews.com/article/hope-movie-review-na-hongjin-e941af2cf57513e58c286901928c180f More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/a9e94b297d9d60ab Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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