10 Best Movies Starring Esom

Esom is a stunning actress known for her tall physique and outstanding acting skills. In addition to her appearances in television dramas, she has made her mark in the Korean film industry with a series of successful movies. These movies feature a wide variety of themes and characters.

For those who are interested in Esom's talent as an actress, we have compiled a list of her ten best movies that you should not miss. Find the full details below!

1. The X

Esom's movie titled The X (2013) belongs to the action-thriller genre and has a duration of about 30 minutes. Directed by Kim Jee Woon, the movie features a star-studded cast including Kang Dong Woon, Shin Min Ah, Kim Hee Woon, and of course, Esom.

The plot of the movie revolves around a man named X who discovers the body of a mysterious agent at a location. X accidentally arrived there when he intended to deliver the agent's bag.

In this movie, Esom acts as X's partner and is known by the nickname "Fingers". Together, they collaborate to pursue a woman named Miah, who snatched X's bag and ran away.

2. Microhabitat

Microhabitat tells the story of Mi So, a housekeeper whose life revolves around alcohol and cigarettes. She believes that these two bad things are essential for her life and sanity in the midst of the harshness of city life.

When the government raises the price of cigarettes, Mi So makes the seemingly "crazy" choice of sacrificing her home without hesitation, solely to maintain her supply of cigarettes and alcohol.

After that, she starts looking for a place to stay, asking her friends for help. Mi So relied on their generosity to provide her with temporary shelter, which led her to constantly move from one house to another.

However, as a consequence of this bold decision, Mi So had to come to terms with the fact that not all of her friends could provide wholehearted support.

3. Inseparable Bros.

In this movie Esom acted with two amazing actors, Shin Ha Kyun and Lee Kwang Soo. Inseparable Bros (2019) explores the unbreakable bond of brotherhood that goes beyond blood ties.

Kang Se Ha and Park Dong Gu meet at a social center for people with disabilities. Se Ha has been paralyzed since the age of 2 and was abandoned by his father at the center when he was 4 years old.

Despite his physical limitations, Se Ha has an extraordinary intelligence. In contrast to Dong Gu, who lacks intellectual prowess but has an extraordinary physique. Dong Gu was left in the orphanage during his childhood due to his mother's financial struggles.

In this movie, Esom plays Mi Hyun, who acts as Dong Gu's swimming coach. Mi Hyun accompanies Dong Gu as he competes in swimming competitions. Se Ha and Dong Gu did not expect that this event would tear them apart, testing the strength of their bond.

4. The Last Blossom

Esom, who was still relatively new at the time, had the opportunity to play a supporting role named Jae Yeong. The main cast of the movie The Last Blossom (2011) includes veteran actors and actresses such as Bae Jong Ok, Kim Gab Soo, and Kim Ji Young.

The movie revolves around Kim In Hee, a middle-aged housewife who is burdened with caring for her mother-in-law who suffers from Alzheimer's disease. The movie portrays In Hee's struggle to live her life in the midst of a husband who shows no concern for their family situation.

While balancing the responsibility of caring for her mother-in-law's condition and fulfilling her role as a devoted wife and mother to her children, In Hee is faced with the devastating news of being diagnosed with terminal cancer.

5. High Heel

High Heels or Man on High Heel (2014) is a charming movie starring Esom, with an interesting storyline. Led by Cha Seung Won in the protagonist role, the movie delves into the chaos experienced by a tireless and cold-blooded detective who refuses to give up on catching criminals.

Detective Ji Wook presents himself as a very masculine figure, perfectly suited for his profession. However, only a few know of Ji Wook's desire is to transition into a woman. With the support of Jang Mi (Esom), Ji Wook finally decides to resign from his position to undergo gender reassignment surgery.

However, the story doesn't stop there. A violent gang holds a grudge against Ji Wook and plots revenge, leaving him in a depressed state as those closest to him fall victim to their wrath.

6. Samjin Company English Class

Esom's performance in the movie titled Samjin Company English Class (2020) earned her the prestigious Best Supporting Actress award at the Blue Dragon Awards 2021.

Her character, Jung Yoo Na, is absolutely charming. Among the workers at Samjin Company, she is one of the few who only graduated from high school, putting her in a lower position in the company hierarchy.

One day, the company announced that employees who scored at least 600 on the TOEIC exam would be eligible for promotion to the position of assistant manager. Yoo Na, along with a few other employees, is determined to take the English classes offered by the company in hopes of getting the promotion.

However, as they attempt to prepare for the promotion, Yoo Na and her friends stumble upon an unbelievable secret that stains the reputation of the company they work for.

7. Second Half

Second Half (2010) holds a special place in Esom's career as this movie marked her debut as an actor. In this movie, she acted together with Ryu Seung Soo, who played the lead role.

The movie is about the life of a famous movie producer named Jo In Sung, who is known for his successful works. However, he finds himself burdened with overwhelming debt, forcing him to flee from unrelenting debt collectors.

Seeking refuge, Jo In Sung decides to leave Seoul and settle in a quaint seaside town. It is there that he meets a charming young woman named Mina, played by Esom. Surprisingly, Jo In Sung feels an uncanny connection with Mina, as if she is his long-lost daughter, a feeling that strikes him deeply upon their first meeting.

8. Like for Likes

Like for Likes (2016) brings three different narratives, all of which are interconnected through social media. In this movie, Esom plays Na Yeon, a beautiful woman who works as a drama series producer.

Na Yeon's charming presence attracts the attention of Soo Ho, a songwriter who became deaf due to a car accident during high school. After their first meeting, Na Yeon and Soo Ho grow closer, becoming friends who exchange messages through Facebook.

Their friendship develops into a romantic relationship, but Soo Ho is keeping a secret. He has not revealed his condition to Na Yeon; he is hesitant to reveal that he is deaf. The question is, will their relationship survive if Na Yeon finds out about this?

9. Gifted Hands

Yang Choon Dong is a detective whose performance doesn't really stand out. One day, a woman arrives at the police station and reports the disappearance of her daughter. Although the other detectives were not serious, Choon Dong became very interested in the case.

Choon Dong became convinced that it was a kidnapping case. However, a few days after the report, the missing daughter was tragically found dead, and Choon Dong faced punishment for failing the case.

While serving his sentence, Choon Dong gets a clue from a television program he watches. Out of curiosity, he begins tracking down someone with psychometric abilities who seems to be involved. In this movie, Esom plays a supporting character named Kim Seung Ki.

10. My Little Brother

My Little Brother (2017) is a heartwarming family movie that is perfect for a weekend getaway. The movie beautifully portrays the ups and downs of the relationship between siblings.

The eldest brother, Sung Ho, works as a transportation driver for kindergarten children. The second brother, Soo Kyung, is a reporter at a television station. Esom, who plays Joo Mi, is the youngest sister who does various odd jobs as a freelancer.

Unlike typical siblings, they live separate lives and show no concern for each other. However, when their father, who lives in the village, is rumored to have passed away, the three siblings return home to take care of the funeral.

Initially, there was no sadness or mourning at their father's funeral. However, their emotions were stirred when they suddenly heard the sound of a boy crying. Surprisingly, none of them recognized the boy. It is later revealed that he is their long-lost youngest brother.

Here's a movie lineup which shows some of the best movies that Esom has starred in, offering a wide range of choices for viewers. Which one is your favorite? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section below!