Korean box-office hit 'Concrete Utopia' now streaming on Viu Philippines

Exciting update for film enthusiasts! The gripping Korean disaster film “Concrete Utopia,” boasting over $28 million in revenue, is now available for streaming on Viu Philippines.

Set against the backdrop of a catastrophic earthquake in Seoul, “Concrete Utopia” stands out as the fourth top-earning movie in Korea for 2023. Amidst the ruins, Hwang Gung Apartments emerge unscathed, becoming a home for survivors seeking refuge from the harsh conditions. Within this setting, a young couple, Min-sung (portrayed by Park Seo-joon) and Myung-hwa (played by Park Boo-young), face the dilemma of taking the best course of action The emergence of the enigmatic Yeong-tak (Lee Byung-Hun) as a leader steers the community’s destiny, leading to the overpopulation of the apartment complex and compelling the inhabitants to adopt severe survival strategies.

Since its theatrical release in South Korea in August 2023, “Concrete Utopia” has captured the hearts and imagination of audiences across the globe with its riveting story, suspenseful drama and powerful performances. It was warmly received in international filmfests, particularly the Toronto International Film Festival, Sitges International Film Festival, Hawaii International Film Festival, International Film Festival of India, and Kolkata International Film Festival.

In its country of origin, South Korea, the movie gained many recognitions including six awards at the Grand Bell Awards where it won Best Film, Best Visual Effects, Best Art Director, Best Sound Editing and Best Actor for Lee Byung-hun and Best Support Supporting Actress for Kim Sun-young.

Moreover, the Korean Film Council unanimously selected “Concrete Utopia” as official entry for the Best International Feature Film category of the 2024 Oscars.

“Concrete Utopia” (in original Korean with English subtitles, and in Tagalog-dubbed version) is available for streaming exclusively for Viu Premium subscribers.