Anticipation Builds for 'The Black Nuns' as Sequel to 'The Priests'

The upcoming film 'The Black Nuns' (검은 수녀들), featuring stars Song Hye-kyo (송혜교) and Jeon Yeo-been (전여빈), is set to continue the series trend established by 'The Priests' (검은 사제들). Directed by Kwon Hyuk-jae (권혁재), the film will be released on January 24, 2025.

'The Black Nuns' tells the story of individuals who embark on a forbidden ritual to save a boy possessed by a powerful evil spirit. As the second installment in the series that attracted 5.44 million viewers with 'The Priests', it is generating significant excitement.

This film is expected to follow the success of other series films like 'The Outlaws 4' (범죄도시4) and 'Veteran 2' (베테랑2), which have dominated the box office. The 'Outlaws' series, featuring the intense detective Ma Seok-do (마동석), has built a strong fanbase since its debut in 2017, culminating in the release of its fourth installment this year. Similarly, 'Veteran' has captivated audiences with its thrilling narrative centered around detective Seo Do-cheol (황정민) and his team, achieving box office success with its second film released this year.

'The Black Nuns' is poised to captivate audiences with its unique premise, which explores the story of nuns who undertake a ritual despite the absence of an exorcist. The film poses a compelling question: What happens when the only two priests who faced the 12 manifestations of evil, Kim Beom-sin (김윤석) and Choi Jun-ho (강동원), are no longer available? The character Unia (송혜교), driven solely by her desire to save the boy, leads the charge, while Michaela (전여빈) assists her despite her reservations, and Father Paolo (이진욱) opposes the ritual. The distinct personalities of these characters are expected to heighten the film's tension.

Ten years after the groundbreaking 'The Priests', 'The Black Nuns' promises fresh entertainment with its unpredictable plot and intriguing characters, making it a highly anticipated release for the new year.