Kim Sang-kyung

Quick Facts: Who was Kim Sang-kyung?

Subject:

Kim Sang-kyung

Known for:

Acclaimed South Korean actor known for roles in Memories of Murder and collaborations with Hong Sang-soo.

Born:

1972-06-01

Century / Era:

1972s Historical Era Archive

Verified Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Primary Historical Archives

Origins & Early Life

Kim Sang-kyung (Korean: 김상경; born June 1, 1972) is a South Korean actor. He is best known for his leading roles in Memories of Murder (2003), May 18 (2007), and The Tower (2012).

Career & Major Achievements

Kim is also known for his collaborations with filmmaker Hong Sang-soo in On the Occasion of Remembering the Turning Gate (2002), Tale of Cinema (2005), and Ha Ha Ha (2010). He has starred in numerous television dramas, notably the period epic The Great King, Sejong (2008), the family comedy What Happens to My Family? (2014), and the historical drama The Crowned Clown (2019).

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1972 (1972-06-01): Birth of Kim Sang-kyung — Acclaimed South Korean actor known for roles in Memories of Murder and collaborations with Hong Sang-soo.
2. 2002: 2002 Milestone — Kim is also known for his collaborations with filmmaker Hong Sang-soo in On the Occasion of Remembering the Turning Gate (2002), Tale of Cinema (2005), and Ha Ha Ha (2010).
3. 2003: 2003 Milestone — He is best known for his leading roles in Memories of Murder (2003), May 18 (2007), and The Tower (2012).
4. 2008: 2008 Milestone — He has starred in numerous television dramas, notably the period epic The Great King, Sejong (2008), the family comedy What Happens to My Family?
5. 2014: 2014 Milestone — (2014), and the historical drama The Crowned Clown (2019).

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Kim Sang-kyung

True or False: “Kim Sang-kyung's breakout role was exclusively in the film 'May 18'.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): While 'May 18' is notable, his leading roles are also recognized for films like 'Memories of Murder'.

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