Na Hong-jin

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Records

Na Hong-jin has directed only three feature films, yet each has left a mark on Korean cinema. The Chaser was a breakout hit that revitalized the crime thriller genre. The Yellow Sea earned international exposure at Cannes. The Wailing is considered one of the best horror films of the 2010s, praised for its layered storytelling and cultural depth. His Best Director win at the Blue Dragon Film Awards reflects the industry's respect for his craft. Though his filmography is small, his influence is outsized.

AwardsNa Hong-jin won Best Director at the 37th Blue Dragon Film Awards for The Wailing in 2016. He also received recognition at the Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival for the same film. His debut The Chaser won several awards at Korean film festivals, including Best New Director.

Records & Feats

First director to have all three feature films appear on Korean Film Council's list of top-grossing films

Career Milestone·2016

All three of Na Hong-jin's films rank among the top-grossing Korean films in their respective years.