S Line: Bold plot, exposing privacy through visible red thread

With a bold plot revolving around sensitive topics of privacy and exposure, the film S Line brings a fresh perspective on moral conflicts in modern society. In particular, the image of the red thread quickly went viral on social networks.

In the movie, characters who have relationships with each other will have a red thread connecting their heads. The male lead Han Ji Uk has a scary number of red threads because even though he is a policeman, he often has one-night stands with the girls around him.

After the first episodes of S Line aired, netizens continuously made memes related to the red thread. Hot characters on international screens, from Korea to Europe and America, real-life characters, even "idol" Gau Ban Lien (a dog in Ha Ha Family) or... Hong Ty were also made memes by netizens with red threads on their heads.

S Line caused a stir in the European and American markets right before its release because of its debut at the Cannes Film Festival. However, in Asia, this film project did not explode, especially when it was not released on major platforms, and the cast was not too hot, enough to "attract views".

Fragrance comes naturally, with good quality and a unique theme never seen before, S Line caused a fever across Asia after only the first 2 episodes. In Vietnam, the film became even hotter with the red thread photo trend and countless hot memes.

Fascinating fantasy world

S Line builds a fantasy world where intimate relationships are represented by red strings, called "S Lines". These strings will disappear when one of the two people involved dies.

Things get chaotic when a special pair of glasses appears, allowing the wearer to see invisible strings, thereby exposing people's most intimate secrets. A series of mysterious deaths begins to occur, leading to a tense and haunting investigation.

Unlike the original webtoon (web comic), where everyone can see the red strings, the TV version limits this ability to a few characters, increasing the psychological depth and focusing on their personal journeys. The two main characters, Shin Hyun Heup (played by Arin) – a high school girl, and Lee Gyu Jin (played by Lee Da Hee) – a mysterious teacher, both have the ability to see the "S Line" since birth. The difference in how they face reality creates fascinating internal conflicts.

The film has been praised for its tight storytelling, fast pace, and the way it incorporates supernatural elements into its cases. The cold, unsettling tone, bold opening with captivating visuals and dark electronic music create a unique atmosphere that is both creepy and captivating.

Exploit deep psychology, avoid sensationalism

Although focusing on 'sensitive' issues, S Line does not fall into cheap exploitation but focuses on psychological depth and interactions between characters. The issues in the film are used as a tool to explore the inner world, raising questions about personal freedom, morality and the consequences of instinctive decisions. This approach helps S Line maintain its artistic quality, avoid causing inhibition and create a contemplative work.

The second installment in Kkomabi's Trilogy of Death, S Line follows A Killer Paradox in exploring the depths of the human psyche through themes of finality and guilt. Director Ahn Ju Young, who previously made A Boy and Sungreen, continues to bring a subtle and human perspective, turning S Line into a thrilling yet profound tale of psychological exposure and trauma.

The film raises contemporary questions: What does privacy mean when all secrets can be exposed? Can people face themselves when there is nothing left to hide? With a combination of psychological, action and supernatural elements, S Line is not only an entertaining film but also opens up profound discussions about human nature.

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