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Han Hyo Joo, the silver screen goddess known for her stunning smile, has appeared in numerous globally acclaimed films. In this article, Mytour brings you a list of her top 7 most remarkable movies.
1. The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure (2022)
Following the success of the first installment of The Pirates in 2014, the director released the second part after eight years of preparing the script and filming. The story revolves around a group of pirates on their journey to find a long-lost royal treasure. In The Pirates, Han Hyo Joo stars as the lead and delivers an outstanding performance. Her portrayal of Hae-rang, the leader of the Jagalchi pirate gang, earned her countless praises and left a lasting impression on the audience.
2. C'est Si Bon – The Poet of Yesterday (2015)
The film The Poet of Yesterday greatly accelerated Han Hyo Joo's career. With its gentle musical theme and psychological tone, Han Hyo Joo flawlessly performed her role. Set in 1970s South Korea, the story follows Im Tae-kyu (Jung Woo), a young man with a beautiful voice but a difficult life. Tae-kyu meets Choi Eun-soo (Han Hyo-Joo), a talented and beautiful woman, and together they join an acoustic music club called C'est Si Bon. There, Tae-kyu and Eun-soo, along with their new friends, experience moments filled with music, friendship, and various struggles and challenges.
3. Brilliant Legacy – The Brilliant Heir (2009)
Brilliant Legacy – The Brilliant Heir, which aired in 2009 on SBS, quickly gained audience support, thanks to the performances of Han Hyo Joo, Lee Seung-gi, and Bae Soo-bin. The film centers around Go Eun-sung (Han Hyo Joo), a kind-hearted and gentle woman. Her life takes a dramatic turn after the death of her father, when her greedy stepmother seizes their wealth and forces her out of the house.
Eun-sung is forced to take on the responsibility of caring for her autistic younger brother while struggling with a difficult life. During this time, Eun-sung meets Sun Woo-hwan (Lee Seung-gi), a wealthy yet cold and arrogant man. Although they initially don't get along, Eun-sung and Woo-hwan gradually develop feelings for each other after going through many life challenges.
4. Dong Yi – The Palace in Turmoil (2010)
In the drama Dong Yi, Han Hyo Joo, the holder of the most beautiful smile in South Korea, won the prestigious Daesang award at the MBC Drama Awards. The story is set in the Joseon dynasty and follows the life of Choi Suk-bin (Han Hyo-Joo), a low-born maid with a kind heart and courage. Suk-bin is selected to join the royal harem as a concubine, where she faces numerous trials and challenges. Through her intelligence and compassion, Suk-bin gradually catches the attention of the ambitious young king, Túc Tông (Ji Jin-hee).
5. Happiness – Happiness: The Apartment with a Twist (2021)
The film Happiness follows the story of Yoon Sae-bom (Han Hyo-joo), a brave special forces officer, and Jung Yi-hyun (Park Hyung-sik), a high school teacher. They both live in a newly constructed apartment building, where a dangerous new virus unexpectedly breaks out. The virus spreads rapidly through contact and turns people into violent monsters. Sae-bom and Yi-hyun must team up to survive in the quarantined apartment complex, where hope and trust among the residents begin to fade.
6. Like Land and Sky – Like Heaven and Earth (2007)
Like Land and Sky – Like Heaven and Earth is a heartwarming film starring Han Hyo Joo, focusing on themes of love and sacrifice. The story centers on Lee Ji-young (Han Hyo-joo), a young girl who was orphaned as a child and grew up in an orphanage. After reaching adulthood, Ji-young finds work at a restaurant and meets Park Tae-hyung (Park Hae-jin), a wealthy and kind-hearted man. Tae-hyung falls in love with Ji-young and wants to help her live a better life. However, Ji-young rejects his affection, not wanting to be a burden to him. At the same time, she faces various challenges, including unfair treatment from her stepmother and half-brother, and is constantly discriminated against for her orphaned background.
7. Illang: The Wolf Brigade – Wolf Brigade (2018)
The film Wolf Brigade is set in 2029, when the Korean Peninsula has been unified after years of division. However, tensions between the North and South still continue to rise, and a mysterious terrorist group known as the Wolf Brigade is plotting to overthrow the new government.
In response to the Wolf Brigade, the government forms a special unit called the Wolf Brigade. The unit consists of highly trained officers equipped with advanced weapons and is tasked with eliminating the Wolf Brigade at all costs. Im Joong-gyeong (Kang Dong-won) is a member of the Wolf Brigade. A brave and talented warrior, he is also haunted by his dark past. As Joong-gyeong investigates the Wolf Brigade, he uncovers a sinister plot that threatens the future of the entire Korean Peninsula.
In this article, Mytour has shared the Top 7 amazing films of Han Hyo Joo. Wishing you a great day!
