Man on the Edge 2013
"To live as a SHAMAN or to live as a MOB. That is the QUESTION!"
In *Man on the Edge (2013)*, director Cho Jin-gyu crafts a darkly comedic yet gritty crime saga that pits superstition against street smarts.
Director: Cho Jin-gyu
Cast
Park Shin-yang
Kwang-ho
Kim Jung-tae
Tae-ju
Uhm Ji-won
Fortune teller Myung
Jeong Hye-young
Mi-suk
Kim Sung-kyun
Choon-bong
Choi Il-hwa
Boss
Choi Ji-ho
Dae-shik
Park Jeong-ja
Elder Fortune Teller
Park Se-jin
Female Actress Ghost
Cho Jin-woong
Prosecutor
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Man on the Edge (2013) about?
*Man on the Edge (2013)* follows a gangster forced to become a shaman, wrestling with two clashing lives: violence and healing. As he struggles to reconcile his duties, his crime boss's hatred of shamans adds urgency to his secret double existence. The film mixes comedy and crime while exploring fate, superstition, and survival.
Who directed Man on the Edge?
Cho Jin-gyu directed *Man on the Edge (2013)*, blending crime drama with supernatural themes in his unique style.
Who stars in Man on the Edge?
Park Shin-yang leads the cast, with Kim Jung-tae, Uhm Ji-won, Jeong Hye-young, and Kim Sung-kyun rounding out the ensemble.
Is Man on the Edge (2013) worth watching?
For fans of offbeat crime comedies, *Man on the Edge (2013)* offers a refreshing twist with its shaman-gangster premise. The sharp performances and unpredictable plot make it a solid pick, even if it leans more toward quirky than gritty. IMDb-unrated films like this often fly under the radar—perfect for viewers craving something different.
How long is Man on the Edge?
The runtime for *Man on the Edge (2013)* is 128 minutes.
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About Man on the Edge (2013) — When Crime Meets the Occult in a Darkly Funny Thriller
In *Man on the Edge (2013)*, director Cho Jin-gyu crafts a darkly comedic yet gritty crime saga that pits superstition against street smarts. The film follows a hardened gangster thrust into an impossible dilemma when he's chosen to become a shaman—traditional healer or ruthless enforcer? Balancing ritual chants with brutal beatdowns, he navigates a double life while dodging his crime boss, who despises shamans. Park Shin-yang delivers a standout performance as the protagonist, embodying the clash between Seoul's underworld and its spiritual factions. With sharp satire and unexpected warmth, the movie explores themes of identity, survival, and the absurdity of clinging to power. The atmosphere crackles with tension, blending crime drama's edge with supernatural intrigue.
Cho Jin-gyu's direction keeps the tone unpredictable, oscillating between slapstick and suspense as the protagonist's two worlds collide. The supporting cast, including Kim Jung-tae and Uhm Ji-won, add layers of depth to the chaotic narrative. At its core, *Man on the Edge (2013)* is a thought-provoking farce about the absurd lengths people go to escape their fate.
