The Merciless (bool-han-dang: na-bbeum nom-deul-eui se-sang) (NR)

synopsis

While serving time in prison, big shot gangster Jae-ho's life is threatened by a veteran criminal who was dispatched by his own boss. Young and spirited Hyun-su saves him in the knick of time, and they soon become loyal friends and promise to work together. Following their release, Jae-ho and Hyun-su team up to try and take over the crime ring, but their relationship faces the ultimate test as they each begin to discover what truly lies beneath their alliance. Veteran actor Sul Kyung-gu partners with K-pop sensation and film newcomer Yim Si-wan to deliver a sensuous portrait of trust and betrayal in Byun Sung-hyun's gripping crime thriller.