Thirst

Thirst

Year: 2009

Runtime: 133 min

Language: Icelandic

Director: Chan-wook Park

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A dedicated priest volunteers for a clinical trial to combat a mysterious virus, but a tainted blood transfusion unexpectedly transforms him into a vampire. Now grappling with an insatiable thirst and a descent into darkness, Sang-hyun struggles to maintain his faith while confronting the Seven Deadly Sins. He must reconcile his former life with his new, cursed existence and find a way to navigate the terrifying consequences of his transformation.

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1

Sang-hyun volunteers for medical experiment

In a small town, devoted priest Sang-hyun eagerly volunteers for a medical experiment designed to develop a vaccine against a deadly virus. His honorable intentions set the stage for a terrifying transformation he never anticipated.

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2

The experiment goes awry

During the medical experiment, a disastrous turn of events occurs when Sang-hyun receives an infected blood transfusion. This critical mistake leads to his transformation into a vampire, forever altering the course of his life.

3

Struggles with transformation

As Sang-hyun confronts his new reality, he grapples with profound physical and psychological changes that come with vampirism. His once-pure existence is now tainted by cravings and a dark hunger for blood.

4

Sang-hyun meets Tae-ju

Sang-hyun encounters Tae-ju, the repressed wife of his childhood friend. Drawn to each other, their meeting sparks an entirely new chapter in both of their lives, filled with tension and unfulfilled desires.

5

Tae-ju seeks Sang-hyun's help

Feeling suffocated by her mundane and oppressive life, Tae-ju turns to Sang-hyun for assistance. This moment marks the beginning of a complicated relationship as she searches for a way to escape her reality.

6

Forbidden affair begins

The chemistry between Sang-hyun and Tae-ju ignites a passionate and forbidden affair. This relationship plunges Sang-hyun into deeper despair, further complicating his battle with his new vampire instincts.

7

Sang-hyun confronts his cravings

As Sang-hyun indulges in his dark desires, he faces the overwhelming cravings for blood that threaten his grasp on humanity. His struggle forces him to confront the ethical implications of his existence as a vampire and a priest.

8

Exploration of sensual pleasures

Delving into a world filled with sensual indulgences, Sang-hyun experiences both ecstasy and guilt. Each encounter brings him further to the edge of his moral and spiritual boundaries, testing his faith.

9

Encounter with the Seven Deadly Sins

Sang-hyun's journey leads him to face the manifestations of the Seven Deadly Sins. These encounters challenge him to reconcile his faith with the seductive allure of his vampire existence and the consequences that follow.

10

Torn between two worlds

Sang-hyun finds himself in turmoil as he is caught between his past life as a priest and the alluring darkness of his new nature. His internal conflict deepens as he grapples with the line separating sanctity from sin.

11

A haunting exploration of humanity

As Sang-hyun battles his inner demons, he embarks on a haunting exploration of what it means to be human. His struggle becomes emblematic of the greater human condition, caught between desire and morality.

12

Final realization of life's cost

Through his harrowing experiences, Sang-hyun comes to a deep realization about the cost of survival and the sacrifices that come with it. His journey prompts profound reflections on existence, love, and the nature of life itself.

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