Rabat – The South Korean director Na Hong-jin is officially bringing his highly anticipated sci-fi thriller, “Hope,” to international cinemas on October 28.
Distributed locally by Moroccan cinemas the 160-minute monster epic will headline the autumn cinematic calendar, with confirmed screenings scheduled at major venues including Casablanca and Rabat.
Background story
“Hope” marks the long-awaited return of Na Hong-jin, the mastermind behind the critically acclaimed psychological thriller “The Wailing” (2016) and action-thriller “The Chaser” (2008).
The film boasts a massive global ensemble cast, pairing top-tier South Korean talent Hwang Jung-min, Zo In-sung, and “Squid Game” breakout star Jung Ho-yeon alongside Academy Award-winner Alicia Vikander and Michael Fassbender.
Set in the isolated, mist-shrouded coastal village of “Hope Harbor,” the narrative follows local residents who find themselves entirely cut off from the outside world. Survival becomes their only option when a mysterious alien creature crash-lands near the town, unleashing chaotic and tragic destruction.
From Seoul to Rabat
Hope generated immense international buzz earlier this year following its premiere at the 79th Cannes Film Festival, backed by a substantial production budget around $46 million (431 million MAD).
The movie is praised for the tense atmosphere, ground-breaking visual effects, and its seamless blend of Korean suspense with Hollywood scale.
The late October release date positions “Hope” perfectly for Moroccan Korean film enthusiasts looking for high-stakes sci-fi horror ahead of the winter season.
Advance ticket sales and specific screening schedules for Casablanca, Rabat, and other major cities are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.
Beyond its international cast and blockbuster ambitions, “Hope” represents a major shift for Na Hong-jin, moving from the tightly contained psychological tension of “The Chaser” and “The Wailing” into large-scale science fiction and monster cinema.
The film has already attracted attention for its ambitious action sequences and genre-mixing approach, with festival programmers describing it as a spectacular Korean blockbuster that combines action, science fiction and apocalyptic elements.
