4 Kim Tae Ri Works To Check Out: ‘Little Forest,’ ‘The Handmaiden,’ More
Kim Tae Ri wows the audience with her first ever two-character role in the brand new occult series "Revenant" opposite Oh Jung Se.
The actress' transformation received high praises from viewers and critics alike. Thankfully, Kim Tae Ri's exploration of the new genre was successfully well-received.
It is believed that Kim Tae Ri's popularity will continue to skyrocket, penetrating the global scene once again. On the other hand, here are some of Kim Tae Ri's most noteworthy works you might like.
'Mr. Sunshine'
The historical drama "Mr. Sunshine" is certainly among the best works under Kim Tae Ri's filmography up until this writing.
It follows the life of a young boy who escapes to the United States to liberate himself amidst the 1871 Shinmiyangyo incident.
"Mr. Sunshine" focuses on the characters' armed struggle, psychological warfare and liberation at the time of slavery. Kim Tae Ri, who then was a newbie, impressed the public with her performance.
With this, more doors of opportunities opened for the actress, making her one of the most sought-after leading ladies today.
'Little Forest'
What's impressive with Kim Tae Ri is her immersion with the given acting role, no matter what genre it is.
In 2018, Kim Tae Ri took the viewers to a calming small town story with "Little Forest," a narrative inspired by the Japanese manga series of the same name.
The work gave viewers a chance to destress and give themselves a chance to breathe as Kim Tae Ri's character gave up the hustle and bustle city life, and settle down back in her humble hometown.
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In particular, the scrumptious dishes that were introduced in the drama will certainly make you hungry so make sure you have something to munch on when watching it.
'Twenty Five, Twenty One'
In 2022, Kim Tae Ri dominated prime time with her romantic comedy series "Twenty Five, Twenty One" with Nam Joo Hyuk.
It's a drama set in the '90s which depicts the beauty of friendship, dreams and romance. In the series, Kim Tae Ri plays Na Hee Do, a clumsy teenage girl who becomes the world's best fencer.
"Twenty Five, Twenty One" also kept the viewers' eyes peeled to the reality of life, and how everything changes as people grow older.
The realistic portrayal of life and love in the drama received high praises among viewers all around the world and up until now, it's still the best work in the Hallyu scene.
'The Handmaiden'
Kim Tae Ri's film debut stirred controversy after she played a sapphic character who explores her sensual meanderings with another woman.
"The Handmaiden" is a work based on the English novel "Fingersmith" starring Kim Tae Ri and Kim Min Hee. It's a psychological thriller romance that focuses on two lovers' forbidden love.
Kim Tae Ri took on the challenge with her first ever erotic work, and was even recognized as Best Actress at Blue Dragon Film Awards, Baeksang Arts Awards and more.
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Written by Elijah Mully.
