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Thirst Movie Cast, Plot and Everything to Know

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Last modified: Oct. 5, 2009

Thirst

Release Date: Friday, July 31, 2009 Limited

Director: Park Chan-wook

Starring: Shin Ha-kyun Song Kang-ho Kim Ok-bi

R Horror 2 hrs, 13 m

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Plot

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The film is about a priest who participates in a medical experiment to find a cure for a deadly disease with traumatic repercussions. "Thirst" stars Song Kang-ho ("Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance," "The Host") and Shin Ha-kyun ("Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance"). Involving unusually risqué elements, the film also stars Kim Ok-bi ("Dasepo Naughty Girls") as leading lady.
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Crew Behind the Film

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The film's director Park Chan-wook last directed Decision to Leave and The Handmaiden. The film's writer Park Chan-wook last wrote Decision to Leave and Snow Piercer.

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Production Details

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Additional Information

Parent Rating
R Restricted for graphic bloody violence, disturbing images, strong sexual content, nudity and language
Runtime
2 hrs, 13 m
Tagline
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Also known as
Evil Live

Language
English

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Release Dates

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Thirst was released in limited movie theaters on Friday, July 31, 2009. in around 4 theaters There were 4 other movies released on the same date, including Aliens in the Attic, Funny People and The Collector. As a limited release, Thirst was shown in select movie theaters in major markets.

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  • Set the MPAA rating to R (for graphic bloody violence, disturbing images, strong sexual content, nudity and language)

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