The movie “The All-Knowing Reader,” a fantasy action masterpiece that brings the 10-year web novel world to life! Starring Lee Min-ho and Ahn Hyo-seop

🎬 Do you know how excited I am today? That beloved web novel that has been cherished for over ten years, ‘The All-Knowing Reader’, has finally been adapted into a movie! And it stars K-drama icons Lee Min-ho and Ahn Hyo-seop… Isn’t that just an amazing combination? 😍

🔮 What’s the story about?

Let me summarize it for you! The story starts with a crazy premise, where the world of the novel becomes reality… The main character, Kim Reader (Ahn Hyo-seop), meets the protagonist of the novel he was reading, Yoo Jung-hyuk (Lee Min-ho), and together they strive to survive in a destroyed world!

💥 The original work has surpassed 300 million views on Naver Series, and the movie compresses this vast universe into a 2-hour runtime. The CG is spectacular and the action is impressive, but… honestly, those who haven’t read the original might feel a bit confused in the first 30 minutes. (I was a bit lost at first too, haha)

🌟 The secret of perfect casting

Can you believe it? Lee Min-ho is playing Yoo Jung-hyuk! Fans of the original will know that Yoo Jung-hyuk is a character with the title of “The Protagonist of This World.” With Lee Min-ho in the role, he fits perfectly! That charisma, that presence… All the viewers seemed to think, “Who else could play this role except Lee Min-ho?”.

😊 And Ahn Hyo-seop’s portrayal of Kim Reader! In the original, Kim Reader is a character who grows from an ordinary office worker, and Ahn Hyo-seop’s subtle emotional changes were truly remarkable. Especially in the middle part, the line “I was your reader” suited him so well it sent chills down my spine!

📚 Comparison of the original and the movie

Don’t worry, fans of the original! The movie captures the essence of the source material while also reinterpreting it for cinema. Of course, some episodes have been omitted or changed due to time constraints, but it has its own new charm.

✨ For instance, the movie shows a bit more of Yoo Jung-hyuk’s past, which was not elaborated on in the original, and that’s when Lee Min-ho truly shines! Action scenes are depicted on a scale that surpasses the original.

🎥 Real viewing reviews

I saw it on release day, and it was absolutely amazing! 😭 The action was stunning, and the chemistry between the two leads was visually delightful. Especially the scene with the line “Can we save each other?” will stick in my memory for a long time.

🔥 After its release on July 23, the movie topped the box office for four consecutive days, and there was a good reason for it! The fan service was well done, and it’s a piece that general audiences can enjoy too. However, if you’re unfamiliar with the original, it’s recommended to at least skim through the Naver Series introduction page before watching!

🎉 Folks, “The All-Knowing Reader” is a film that goes beyond simple adaptations of the original work and shows a new possibility for the Korean film industry. The fantastic chemistry between Lee Min-ho and Ahn Hyo-seop, the dazzling action and CGI, and a story that captures the spirit of the original… All combined, it offers a truly special experience. Be sure to see it in theaters! You’ll get as hooked on this movie as I am 💕