Netflix is gearing up to release Revelations, a gripping psychological thriller from Yeon Sang-ho, the visionary director behind Train to Busan. Inspired by his own webcomic, the series is set to premiere this Friday, promising a chilling exploration of faith, delusion, and the human psyche.
The story follows Pastor Sung Min-chan (played by Ryu Jun-yeol), a man convinced he receives divine revelations, and Detective Lee Yeon-hui (Shin Hyun-been), a relentless investigator tormented by haunting visions. As they pursue a missing person case, their own inner demons come to light, blurring the lines between reality and illusion.
Unlike some of his previous works that lean into fantasy, Yeon intentionally grounded Revelations in psychological realism. “I wanted to explore illusions, delusions, and traumas—things that exist in real life rather than supernatural elements,” he told Netflix’s Tudum.
At the heart of the story is Min-chan, a deeply flawed protagonist whose belief system is shaped by his own biases. “I wanted to create a character who only sees and believes what he wants,” Yeon explained. This perspective drives much of the tension in the series, particularly when intersecting with the enigmatic Kwon Yang-rae (Shin Min-jae), a character who has committed an unforgivable act, according to the director.
The trailer, released Monday, teases the show’s unsettling themes, with a haunting voiceover stating: “Most tragedies in life are caused by circumstances beyond our control. The devil and monsters—they’re just things we create to justify ourselves.”
Adding to the project’s prestige, Revelations is executive-produced by acclaimed filmmaker Alfonso Cuarón (Gravity, Y Tu Mamá También), further solidifying its status as one of the most anticipated Netflix releases of the year.
With its intense storytelling and psychological depth, Revelations is shaping up to be a must-watch. Will you be tuning in?
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