Funky Freaky Freaks

Funky Freaky Freaks (2026)



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0.0 2026 87 min —

Director: Han Chang-lok

Cast: Joo Min-hyeong, Baek Ji-hye, Jeong Soo-hyun, Shin Jun-hang, Yang Seung-uk

Crime
In a stagnant small town where urban renewal projects have ground to a halt, three former high school classmates each battle their own consuming fixations. Yong-gi brands himself an "attention seeker" and dreams of becoming a real-life superhero. Ji-sook is trapped in a dangerous "pro-ana" mindset, obsessively trying to shed weight. Meanwhile, Dumbo operates as a "netkama," catfishing people online to steal money by posing as a girl. Their already fragile bond begins to crack when a charismatic transfer student and social media influencer, Woo-joo, arrives. Ji-sook is immediately drawn to him, while Yong-gi—who has secretly carried a torch for her—can only watch helplessly from the sidelines. But when Woo-joo's true identity is exposed, Ji-sook spirals into collapse, and Yong-gi's buried emotions ignite into a chilling scheme for vengeance.

More About This Film

Funky Freaky Freaks (also known by its Korean title Chung Chung Chung) is a 2025 South Korean crime thriller directed by and starring Han Chang-lok. The film, which marks the director's feature-length debut, premiered at the 30th Busan International Film Festival on September 20, 2025. Structured into three chapters titled "Impulse," "Conflict," and "Impact," the narrative explores themes of criminal activity through a stylized lens. The cast features Joo Min-hyung, Baek Ji-hye, and Jung Soo-hyun, who navigate the tension-filled plot under Han's direction.

The production received significant recognition during its festival run. Funky Freaky Freaks was not only selected for the main competition unit of the 30th Busan International Film Festival but also won the Special Jury Prize. Additionally, it secured a nomination for Best Film, highlighting the critical acclaim it garnered upon its international debut. The film has an IMDb identifier of tt38518479 and runs for approximately 87 minutes in its standard theatrical cut.

  • Director Han Chang-lok, born in 1990, previously gained attention for his short films including Gugyeong (2024), which screened at the Rotterdam and Busan International Short Film Festivals.
  • The English title Funky Freaky Freaks reflects the chaotic and energetic tone of the film's three-part structure.
  • The movie completed its festival circuit with a wide release in South Korea on June 17, 2026.
  • Han Chang-lok studied at Seoul Institute of the Arts and furthered his education at the Graduate School of Cultural Technology.
  • The film's success in the competition unit at BIFF established Han as a prominent new voice in contemporary Korean cinema.

Where to Watch

As a recent release that concluded its festival run in late 2025 and saw theatrical distribution in 2026, availability may vary by region. Check local listings for digital platforms or physical media options.