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Woo-jin sought vengeance for a rumor Dae-su spread in high school that led to the suicide of Woo-jin's sister.

Beyond the action, the film is a deep dive into the nature of revenge and the cyclical damage it causes. Choi Min-sik’s performance as Oh Dae-su is transformative; he portrays a man stripped of his humanity who must rebuild himself through rage. His physical commitment to the role, including the infamous scene involving a live octopus, added a layer of authenticity that shocked international audiences upon its release at the Cannes Film Festival, where it won the Grand Prix. Oldboy 2003 Isaidub