Best Friend 2020
"During the day friendly neighbour. At night suspicious wiretapping team. Enemy? or Friend?"
In the politically tense landscape of 1980s South Korea, *Best Friend (2020)* follows a prominent opposition leader navigating a high-stakes cat-and-mouse game with the authoritarian government.
Director: Lee Hwan-kyung
Cast
Jung Woo
Dae-kwon
Oh Dal-su
Eui-sik
Kim Hie-won
Department Head Kim
Kim Byong-chul
Dong-sik
Lee Yu-bi
Eun-jin
Cho Hyun-chul
Yeong-cheol
Kim Sun-kyung
Yeong-ja
Yeom Hye-ran
Woman from Yeosu
Ji Seung-hyun
Dong-hyeok
Jung Hyeon-jun
Ye-joon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Best Friend (2020) about?
*Best Friend (2020)* is a tense drama-comedy set in 1980s South Korea, where an opposition leader unknowingly lives next door to a government surveillance team. As he fights for democracy, he must outsmart unseen enemies while grappling with the psychological toll of constant monitoring.
Who directed Best Friend?
Best Friend (2020) was directed by Lee Hwan-kyung, who blends political drama with dark humor to create a unique cinematic experience.
Who stars in Best Friend?
The film features Jung Woo and Oh Dal-su in lead roles, supported by Kim Hie-won, Lee Yu-bi, and Cho Hyun-chul.
Is Best Friend (2020) worth watching?
*Best Friend (2020)* offers a fresh take on political thrillers, balancing suspense with sharp character dynamics. While not widely rated, its genre-blending approach and historical roots make it compelling for fans of drama and comedy.
How long is Best Friend?
Best Friend (2020) has a runtime of 124 minutes.
About Best Friend (2020) — Political Thriller with Unexpected Bonds
In the politically tense landscape of 1980s South Korea, *Best Friend (2020)* follows a prominent opposition leader navigating a high-stakes cat-and-mouse game with the authoritarian government. Unbeknownst to him, a shadowy surveillance team operates from a neighboring house, exposing the chilling reality of wiretapping and state overreach. Directed by Lee Hwan-kyung, this drama-comedy blends sharp political intrigue with the warmth of unexpected camaraderie, as alliances blur between adversaries and allies.
Starring Jung Woo and Oh Dal-su, the film captures the raw tension and dark humor of a society under watch. With its rich historical backdrop and layered themes of trust and betrayal, *Best Friend (2020)* delivers a gripping narrative inspired by the real-life struggles of Kim Dae-jung, South Korea's future president. The atmospheric tension and witty exchanges make it a standout in modern political cinema.
