Lusting after sinful pleasures.|Apr. 30, 2009|South Korea, United States|133 Min.|R
Genre: Drama;Horror;Thriller
Description: **Thirst (2009) – Full Movie Synopsis in Korean**
Sang-hyun, a devoted Catholic priest, is known for his unwavering faith and selfless service at a local hospital. Despite his outward dedication, he secretly battles inner doubts and sadness. Seeking purpose, he volunteers for an experimental vaccine trial against the deadly Emmanuel Virus (EV). The experiment fails, leaving Sang-hyun infected and seemingly doomed. However, a blood transfusion miraculously saves his life and restores his health.
News of his recovery spreads rapidly, and his congregation begins to believe he possesses divine healing powers. Thousands flock to his services, including Kang-woo, his childhood friend, and his family. Kang-woo invites Sang-hyun to join weekly mahjong nights at his home, where the priest becomes infatuated with Kang-woo’s wife, Tae-ju.
As Sang-hyun’s health deteriorates again, he discovers he has turned into a vampire, seeking shelter from sunlight and craving human blood. Horrified by his transformation, he desperately tries to resist his urges but fails, resorting to stealing blood transfusion packs from the hospital.
Meanwhile, Tae-ju, trapped in a bleak life with her ailing husband and overbearing mother-in-law, Mrs. Ra, is drawn to Sang-hyun’s newfound allure. Their forbidden affair deepens, but when Tae-ju learns the truth about his vampirism, she recoils in fear. Despite Sang-hyun’s plea to escape together, Tae-ju suggests a darker solution—killing her husband.
Struggling with his morality and desires, Sang-hyun faces a final trial when his superior requests vampire blood to heal his own illness. Disgusted, Sang-hyun flees, leaving behind the monastery and the life he once knew. **Thirst** explores the complexities of faith, desire, and the blurred line between humanity and monstrosity.
Cast director: Park Chan-wook
Cast actor: Song Kang-ho, Kim Ok-vin, Kim Hae-sook, Shin Ha-kyun, Song Young-chang, Mercedes Cabral, Ériq Ebouaney, Seo Dong-soo, Oh Dal-su, Park In-hwan
Original name: 박쥐