Expectations are soaring for the upcoming reverse-tracking crime thriller Black Out, directed by the sensational Byun Young-joo.
Helmed by acclaimed film director Byun Young-joo, this marks his highly anticipated drama debut. Black Out delves into the psychological aftermath of a mysterious murder case, following a young man falsely accused of the crime as he seeks to uncover the truth a decade later.
Director Byun’s transition to television has sparked considerable interest, with many curious to see how her cinematic style translates to the smaller screen. The series boasts a strong ensemble cast, including Byun Yo Han, Go Joon, Go Bo Gyeol, and Kim Bora, alongside seasoned veterans Bae Jong Ok, Kwon Hae Hyo, Jo Jae Yoon, and Kim Mi Kyung. The director has expressed immense trust in her actors, highlighting their collaborative spirit and dedication to the project.
With its complex plot, talented cast, and the director’s unique vision, Black Out is poised to be a standout drama of the season.
Director Byun Young-joo, renowned for her unique directorial style in films like Helpless and Flying Boys, makes his drama debut with this highly anticipated series. On his choice to direct Black Out, he remarked, “The script, adapted from Seo Joo-yeon’s novel, intrigued me, and with Byun Yo-han already cast, I was drawn to the project.”
As a veteran film director stepping into drama, Byun noted, “The filming pace is much faster in dramas. Unlike movies, it’s crucial to weave together the endless narrative intersections to maintain strong connections between episodes.”
Byun Young-joo’s meticulous and emotionally charged directing style has generated unprecedented interest in Black Out. He aims to depict the distorted relationships among villagers harboring secrets and the unraveling of their lives as more truths come to light.
The director expressed a special affection for her cast, including Byun Yo-han (as Go Jung-woo), Go Joon (as Noh Sang-cheol), Go Bo-gyeol (as Choi Na-gyeom), and Kim Bo-ra (as Ha-seol). She also praised the veteran actors, such as Bae Jong-ok (as Ye Yeong-sil), Kwon Hae-hyo (as Hyun Gu-tak), Jo Jae-yoon (as Shim Dong-min), and Kim Mi-kyung (as Jung Geum-hee), for their thoughtful collaboration and emotional depth.
Byun concluded, “I created this series with the belief that our world can improve if we prioritize respect and care for our community and others over ourselves and our immediate circles. I hope you enjoy it.”
Black Out promises to heat up this summer with Byun Young-joo’s passionate vision and the dynamic synergy of the cast. The series premieres on Friday, August 16, at 9:50 p.m. on MBC.
