When it comes to the queens of Korean steam cinema, Lim Ji-Yeon is a name that always comes to mind. Although now widely recognized for his emotionally rich and psychologically intense performances, his previous career was defined by daring choices in over 18 films that have left a lasting impression on the public.
Here are three unforgettable roles that have contributed to consolidating its reputation as one of the most daring and talented actresses in the sector.
The Treaherous – A sensual history of revenge in the court of Joseon
In the provocative historical film “The dangerous”, Lim Ji-Yeon plays Dan-Hee, a woman led by revenge against the tyrannical king Yeon San. His father, victim of the king’s cruelty, puts it on the path to infiltrate the palace. But his mission is complicated by his growing feelings for Sung-Jae, a trusted minister of the king.
Attached against the background of the Joseon dynasty, the film is full of scenes of opulence, betrayal and highly charged. The performance of Lim Ji-Yeon has distinguished himself for his emotional depth and his representation without fear, gaining the nickname of “Queen of sensual scene” together with his role in “Obsessed.”
Obsessed – a forbidden love that has burned the screen
Lim Ji-Yeon made its debut in the explosive film in “Obsessed,” Co-protagonist with the song of the best seung-heon actors. Set in 1969, the film tells the story of a dangerous relationship between the military officer Kim Jin-Pyeong and Jong Ga-Heun, the wife of his subordinate.
The film attracted attention not only for its compelling plot, but also for its intensely passionate scenes. The audacity and the emotional vulnerability of Lim Ji-Yeon have crossed while immersing themselves completely in the role, even fully naked for the good of authenticity. His commitment to the part has contributed to raising the film beyond his erotic picture in a tragic human love story.
La Gloria (2 seasons) -Adalla femme fatale to the bad heart with a cold heart
Unlike its previous roles, “La Gloria” It is not an erotic film, but it is an essential chapter of the career of Lim Ji-Yeon. In this success of Netflix, he assumes the chilling antagonist role of Park Yeon-Jin, a school bully transformed into news whose past returns to persecute it in the most brutal way.
His performance has obtained the applause of critics, winning his best supporting actress at the Baeksang Arts Awards in 2023 and at the Blue Dragon Series Award. Although the series did not present the provocative scenes of its past, the magnetic presence of Lim Ji-Yeon and the stratified performance confirmed its growth as a dramatic power plant.
Adding to its spotlight out of the screen, the love story of the real life of Lim Ji-Yeon with “La Gloria” The co-protagonist Lee Do-Hyun caught the hearts of the fans. Although their characters were on the opposite sides of revenge, in real life, the couple remains a loved couple in the Korean entertainment sector.
From the fiery passion to frozen revenge, the range of Lim Ji-Yeon through genres and roles shows why it is not only a “bold beauty” but a force not to be underestimated in Korean cinema. Whether you are discovering it for the first time or revisiting its extraordinary performances, these three projects are essential.
