West 32nd

An ambitious young lawyer taking on Kevin Lee’s case pro bono, he treats it as a stepping stone toward partnership. He navigates a cross-cultural landscape and uses information from the underworld to advance the defense, while risking his own safety. His drive to win clashes with ethical boundaries as the case reveals a larger web of crime and loyalty.

Kevin Lee’s elder sister, overwhelmed by shock and grief after her brother’s arrest. She becomes a cautious intermediary who translates between worlds; ultimately, she bears a heavy secret that implicates her own family. Her choices test her loyalty and emotional resilience in the face of danger.

The mob boss and money launderer running the room salon, Chun is a snake in the organization whose murder triggers the investigation. His death sparks a power struggle within the underworld and draws the lawyer into the center of a dangerous conspiracy.

A calculating lieutenant who becomes a pivotal player in the Room salon’s operations. Juhn alternates between cooperation and aggression, using Kim’s legal interest to position himself for legitimate power. His actions reveal a willingness to bend rules for personal advancement and to manipulate others.

A seasoned detective who challenges outsiders and probes the criminal underworld. He confronts Juhn’s lie and pushes back on the mob’s attempts to control the narrative. His investigations intersect with Kim’s courtroom strategy, illustrating the friction between law enforcement and organized crime.

The mistress of the late Chun, Sook-hee becomes entangled in the murder investigation and the secrets spoken through translation. Her testimony and later fate reveal how vulnerability can be exploited within criminal power structures. Her presence exposes gendered violence within the underworld.

Juhn’s right-hand enforcer, Saeng orchestrates the crew’s operations and raids. He embodies the loyalty and brutality of the mob world, executing orders with calculated efficiency. His actions drive some of the film’s most tense confrontations.

A rising mob figure who takes over leadership as the old guard is unsettled by Kim and Juhn’s incursions. Kyuc’s aggressive stance triggers clashes that culminate in a violent showdown. He represents the fragile power balance within the crime syndicate.