The works of South Korean film director Park Chan-wook includes a mystery thriller based on the Japanese manga and is one of three films which collectively are known by what name?
Park Chan-wook Park Chan-wook ( ] ; born August 23, 1963) is a South Korean film director, screenwriter, producer, and former film critic. One of the most acclaimed and popular filmmakers in his native country, Park is most known for his films "Joint Security Area", "Thirst" and what has become known as "The Vengeance Trilogy", consisting of 2002's "Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance", 2003's "Oldboy" and 2005's "Lady Vengeance". His films are noted for their immaculate framing, black humor and often brutal subject matter.
Ju-On (franchise) Ju-On (呪怨 , Juon , lit. "Curse Grudge", also known as The Grudge) is a Japanese horror franchise created by Takashi Shimizu, consisting of 12 feature films. Shimizu attended the Film School of Tokyo, where he studied under Kiyoshi Kurosawa. Kurosawa helped Shimizu shepherd the "Ju-On" projects to fruition.