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Lobby 2025

Lobby (로비) is a 2025 South Korean black comedy film written, directed, produced by, and starring Ha Jung‑woo. It premiered in South Korea on April 2, 2025 via Showbox .🎬 Plot overview Chang‑wook (Ha Jung‑woo), a research‑focused startup CEO, vies for a national EV charger contract worth ₩4 trillion (~$2.8 billion). His rival, Son Gwang‑woo (Park Byung‑eun), stole his tech and uses lobbying and entertainment—including hosting games of golf—to win over powerful ministers. In a desperate counter‑move, Chang‑wook joins the “lobbyist golf” circuit—an 18‑hole showdown on the greens to sway influence and seal the deal—but quickly finds it a hotbed of scandal, betrayals, and unexpected chaos.🎥 Production Highlights Ha Jung‑woo was inspired by the secluded, high-stakes nature of golf during the COVID era—choosing the sport as a metaphor for elite political backroom deals. The film represents his third directorial effort (following Fasten Your Seatbelt and Chronicle of a Blood Merchant) . Filming occurred Sept 14–Dec 27, 2023. Ha emphasized ensemble choreography and rehearsals to maintain comedic timing in the dense dialogue-driven scenes.🎞 Critics & Box Office Opening weekend: 37,157 admissions; grossed 165,311 by April 5. International rollout: Released in Vietnam (Apr 18), Australia & New Zealand (Apr 24), later in Japan, Mongolia, HK, Malaysia, Indonesia. Financial performance: As of July 2025, worldwide gross ~ $1.7 million. Critical response: Lauded for smart satire and ensemble energy. Mixed reactions to its tonal shifts, though many reviewers noted its relatability for business and office audiences.💡 Why It's Worth Watching Offers a biting satire of politics, lobbying, and tech‑startup culture disguised as a quirky “golf movie”. Features Ha Jung‑woo flexing his dual talents as director and lead actor. Its ensemble cast portrays the absurd and cunning nuances of bureaucratic navigation and business charm.📌 In Summary Lobby blends golf, politics, and startup rivalry into a darkly comedic film about how the technical can be overtaken by the manipulative—and just how far a man will go when he decides to "fight dirty." If you're drawn to satirical storytelling, sharp ensemble performances, or unconventional setups (a billion-dollar bid decided over golf? yes please), this one’s for you. Read More

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