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Rough Cut 2008

“Only one lead character, The one who wins takes the spot.”

Status
Released
Runtime
111 minutes
Director
Jang Hoon
Networks
Sponge, Kim Ki Duk Film, Seoul Broadcasting System
Where to Stream
Amazon Prime Video, AsianCrush, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
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★ TMDB users: 6.9/10 from 94 votes ActionCrimeDrama Released
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What is Rough Cut?

Topic: Film "Rough Cut" (2008). Format: Factual, original 150-190 word overview.

Type
Film
Year
2008
Status
Released
Runtime
111 minutes
Release date
Sep 11, 2008
Original language
KO
Origin
South Korea
Studios
Sponge, Kim Ki Duk Film, Seoul Broadcasting System
Genres
Action, Crime, Drama
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★ TMDB users: 6.9/10 from 94 votes
Episode runtime
~111 minutes
Status
Released
Networks
Sponge, Kim Ki Duk Film, Seoul Broadcasting System
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Topic: Film "Rough Cut" (2008).
Format: Factual, original 150-190 word overview.
Constraints:
Use ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invented/guessed titles, names, dates, counts, awards, ratings, etc.
Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: Rough Cut (Korean: 영화는 영화다; lit. 'A Movie is a Movie').
Year/Release: 2008, September 11, 2008 (KR).
Country: South Korea.
Genre: Action, Crime, Drama.
Format: Feature Film.
Director: Jang Hoon (also Hun Jang).
Original Story: Kim Ki-duk.
Cast: So Ji-sub, Kang Ji-hwan, Ko Chang-seok, Jang Hie-jin.
Runtime: 1h 51m (TMDB) or 1 hr. 52 min. (MyDramaList).
Admissions: 1,307,688 nationwide.
Plot:
Gang-pae is the #2 gangster in his organization who wants to be an actor.
Su-ta is a superstar actor playing a gangster in an action movie

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“A gripping exploration of action and crime that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”

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  • Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
  • High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
  • Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
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  • Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.

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Is Rough Cut worth watching?

Rough Cut holds a community rating of 6.9/10 based on 94 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Action, Crime for fans of the genre.

How long is the movie Rough Cut and when was it released?

Rough Cut is a feature film with a runtime of 111 minutes. It was released in 2008. Release status: Released.

Who directed Rough Cut?

Rough Cut was directed by Jang Hoon.

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