City of Damnation 2009
Director Kim Dong-won's 2009 dark comedy *City of Damnation* throws two unlikely undercover cops into the same high-stakes game.
Director: Kim Dong-won
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is City of Damnation (2009) about?
*City of Damnation* follows two men trading their lives for a shot at redemption. A traffic officer dreams of becoming a detective, so he infiltrates a gangster network, only to find himself up against another infiltrator—a gangster posing as a cop. Their cat-and-mouse game spirals into a world where trust is currency and betrayal is the only sure thing.
Who directed City of Damnation?
Kim Dong-won directed *City of Damnation*, a filmmaker known for blending comedic timing with crime-drama edge.
Who stars in City of Damnation?
The film features Jung Jun-ho as the aspiring detective, Jung Woong-in as the gangster-turned-cop, along with Jung Woon-taek, Han Go-eun, and Kim Sang-joong in key supporting roles.
Is City of Damnation (2009) worth watching?
For fans of quirky crime-comedies with sharp dialogue and a twisty plot, *City of Damnation* delivers. While not a mainstream hit, its 121-minute runtime races by with clever reversals and energetic performances, making it a solid pick for a genre twist you won't see coming.
How long is City of Damnation?
The runtime for *City of Damnation* is 121 minutes.
About City of Damnation (2009) — A Korean Crime-Comedy Where Cops and Criminals Switch Roles
Director Kim Dong-won's 2009 dark comedy *City of Damnation* throws two unlikely undercover cops into the same high-stakes game. Jung Jun-ho plays Jang Choon-dong, a traffic cop chasing his dream of becoming a homicide detective, while Jung Woong-in embodies Lee Joong-dae, a gangster who infiltrates the police force to uncover Choon-dong's true identity. The film blends sharp satire with chaotic energy as identities blur and loyalties collide in a city where corruption wears many faces. Expect rapid-fire banter, double-crosses, and a visual style that balances grit with playful absurdity.
At its core, *City of Damnation* explores the absurd lengths people go to for recognition—whether it's Choon-dong's desperate career ambition or Joong-dae's ruthless ambition to expose the truth. The script twists stereotypes of both cops and criminals, delivering a ride where no one's truly on your side. With its 121-minute runtime packed with twists and turns, this Korean crime-comedy is a slick, subversive take on the undercover genre that keeps you guessing until the final punchline.