#Alive

About #Alive

#Alive is a South Korean zombie thriller film released in 2020. Directed by Cho Il-hyung, the movie is based on the 2019 script titled "#Salaui Seonmul" written by Matt Naylor. The film stars Yoo Ah-in as Joon-won and Park Shin-hye as Yoo-bin, who are trapped in their apartments during a city-wide zombie outbreak.

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• Plot
• Making / Production
• Actors
• Trivia / Interesting Facts
• Awards
• Quotes
• Music
• Soundtrack

Plot

#Alive follows the story of Joon-won, a young man living alone in his apartment. One day, a mysterious virus spreads across the city, turning people into zombies. As chaos ensues, Joon-won finds himself trapped inside his apartment, cut off from the outside world.

As he struggles to survive, Joon-won witnesses the terrifying reality of the apocalypse through his apartment window. With limited supplies and no contact with the outside world, he begins to lose hope.

Just as Joon-won is about to give up, he spots a fellow survivor in an apartment building across the street. Yoo-bin, a resourceful and resilient young woman, becomes Joon-won's only hope for survival.

Together, Joon-won and Yoo-bin navigate the zombie-infested city, facing countless challenges and dangers along the way. As they fight for their lives, they discover their own strength and resilience.

Making / Production

#Alive was filmed in South Korea and features a mix of practical effects and visual effects to create the zombie apocalypse world. The movie's director, Cho Il-hyung, aimed to infuse a sense of claustrophobia and isolation into the film by primarily setting it in the confined space of Joon-won's apartment.

The production team also conducted extensive research on zombie horror films and consulted with experts to create realistic and terrifying zombies. They utilized intricate makeup and prosthetics to bring the infected characters to life.

Actors

• Yoo Ah-in as Joon-won: Yoo Ah-in portrays the role of Joon-won, an isolated and desperate survivor. He effectively conveys the emotions of fear, desperation, and hope throughout the film.
• Park Shin-hye as Yoo-bin: Park Shin-hye plays Yoo-bin, a capable and resourceful survivor who becomes Joon-won's ally. She delivers a strong performance, capturing Yoo-bin's determination and resilience.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• #Alive is based on the 2019 script titled "#Salaui Seonmul" written by Matt Naylor, an American screenwriter.
• The film received international recognition and gained popularity on various streaming platforms, reaching a global audience.
• Despite the focus on the zombie genre, the film also explores themes of isolation, survival, and human connection.
• The storyline of #Alive resonated with audiences during the COVID-19 pandemic due to its themes of isolation and the struggle for survival.

Awards

#Alive has received several nominations and awards, including the Best Director award for Cho Il-hyung at the 57th Baeksang Arts Awards.

Quotes

• "I'm not going to die like this." - Joon-won
• "Life can change in a moment." - Yoo-bin
• "In this world, each of us lives on our own, and we die on our own." - Joon-won

Music

The soundtrack of #Alive features a mix of atmospheric and intense music to enhance the suspense and horror elements of the film.

The score, composed by Inyoung Park, effectively complements the film's intense sequences and emotional moments.

Soundtrack

• "The Night" by Eric Nam
• "Numb" by CIFIKA
• "I'm Alive" by DBO
• "Running" by Lofi Boy