Casting The Perfect Gears Of War Film

4. Byung-hun Lee As Minh Young Kim

Joe Manganiello Marcus Fenix
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Minh Young Kim may only have a brief appearance in the overall franchise but his character left a huge impact on gamers.

Kim represents the typical by the books soldier that follows orders to the letter. He is presented as the man with the plan and takes no joy in teaming up with convicts such as Fenix. Kim's untimely death at the hands of RAAM is the audience's introduction to the true terrifying cruel world of Gears. Despite Carmine fulfilling his role as a redshirt moments earlier in the story, Kim's death meant that this wasn't any ordinary game.

The lasting influence Kim has on the rest of the team echoes throughout the rest of the series. Thanks to Kim, Fenix is able to step into the role of a leader despite his grudges against the COG government.

Kim's assertive yet calm demeanor may be different from actor Byung-Hun Lee's typical hot-headed characters but his role in The Magnificent Seven demonstrates otherwise. As the cool yet deadly Billie Rock, Lee expertly showcases his skills with a lethal and level head.

Byung-Hun Lee is an amazing choice for combining Kim's often stubborn personality with his incredible prowess in battle.

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