Over the past time, many Korean films on legal topics related to lawyers, judges, prosecutors... have been released to audiences. Most recently, the legal-themed film - "Public Lawyer" starring Jung Kyung Ho closed last weekend with a viewership rating of 10% - the highest since its broadcast.
The film revolves around Kang David (Jung Kyung Ho) - a former judge who was trapped to receive bribes and had to turn to becoming a public interest lawyer. From here, he meets new clients and defends for free cases - from abandoned dogs, disabled children to women marrying foreigners... Despite going through many challenges, David and his colleagues finally won spectacularly.
In addition to the acting of Jung Kyung Ho and the cast, "Public Opinion Lawyers" is highly appreciated for its tight, logical plot, but not too heavy but skillfully incorporating humorous details. It is known that the script was written by former judge Moon Yoo Seok, so the work brings thought-provoking stories.
According to Nate (South Korea), the film has a realistic ending but is also full of hope. With a profound message, "Public Lawyer" creates its own mark in the legal television film genre, proving that storytelling aimed at community benefits can both provide information for viewers but also inspire - bringing them strength and hope that good people will definitely still exist.
Similarly, the film "Doubling Judge" with fantasy elements is also attracting attention. The film follows Judge Lee Han Young (Ji Sung) - who once lived as a slave for his father-in-law's law firm and accidentally traveled back to the past 10 years ago. Given a second chance, he seeks justice by punishing evil people.
After 4 episodes, the work recorded a stable viewership thanks to Ji Sung's impressive acting and a profound story, but no less entertaining.
In the most recent development, Judge Lee is increasingly affirming his ability to solve a difficult case related to a fatal car accident to get insurance money. Along with that, a scene in the past when his father was assaulted was also revealed, which is also the main reason why Han Young "nurtured" the dream of becoming a judge.
In addition to the 2 works mentioned above, Sooyoung's currently airing movie "Lawyers of Idols" also sets in court.
On February 2nd, the movie "Honour" starring Lee Na Young, Lee Chung Ah and Jung Eun Chae will air. The film tells the story of 3 lawyers facing a major scandal from the past. In March, the movie "Phantom Lawyer" by Yoo Yeon Seok and Esom is also scheduled to be released...
Explaining why a series of legal-themed TV series have been produced in recent times, TV drama critic Gong Hee Jung said that this is a topic with a great advantage in developing the plot if it focuses on raising awareness and peace of mind in the legal system. But if it falls into revenge scenes, or is far from reality, the project will lead to boredom.
