[Box office] Movies in theaters this week

“12.12: The Day”

(South Korea)

Opened Nov. 22

Drama/Action

Directed by Kim Seong-su

Over the course of nine hours on Dec. 12, 1979, Gen. Chun Doo-gwang (Hwang Jung-min) attempts a coup, while another commander, Lee Tae-shin (Jung Woo-sung), tries to stop the secret plan from unfolding.

“Our Season”

(South Korea)

Opened Dec. 6

Drama

Directed by Yuk Sang-hyo

Bok-ja (Kim Hae-sook) visits her daughter Jin-joo (Shin Min-a) as part of her “vacation from heaven” after suddenly passing away. But she is startled to find out that Jin-joo has settled down in the countryside to open a restaurant.

“Napoleon”

(US)

Opened Dec. 6

War/Action

Directed by Ridley Scott

French military commander Napoleon Bonaparte (Joaquin Phoenix) ruthlessly climbs to become emperor. Despite his confidence as a military strategist, he struggles with his volatile relationship with Empress Josephine (Vanessa Kirby).

“Monster”

(Japan)

Opened Nov. 29

Thriller

Directed by Hirokazu Kore-eda

With the quiet Minato acting strangely, his mother confronts his teacher and the school. Events seen through different perspectives gradually reveal the intricacies in their relationships, hinting at a truth that lies beyond misunderstanding.