Byun Young-joo - Actor Profile

Byun Young-joo

Directing
Updated: Apr 15, 2026
5Total Films
5.2 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 20, 1966
Birth Place: Seoul, South Korea

About Byun Young-joo

She is a founding member of the women's feminist film collective "Bariteo," which was established in 1989. She worked as a cinematographer on Even Little Grass Has Its Own Name (dir. Kim So-young, 1989), a short film about gender discrimination at work, and My Children (dir. Doe Sung-hee, 1990), a documentary film about childcare in a poor neighborhood. Her first documentary Women Being in Asia (1993) centers on the sex trade in Asia, particularly the sex tourism of Jeju Island.

Byun Young-joo Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Byun Young-joo reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 5 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Byun Young-joo's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 0% of Byun Young-joo's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Ari Ari the Korean Cinema, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Byun Young-joo Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Byun Young-joo's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Byun Young-joo has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

Byun Young-joo - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Byun Young-joo?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Byun Young-joo is "Ari Ari the Korean Cinema" with a rating of 5.2/10.

How many movies has Byun Young-joo acted in?

Byun Young-joo has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Byun Young-joo?

Other notable films include "Women Behind the Camera", "The Jang Sun-woo Variations", and "Two Or Three Things I Know About Kim Ki-young".

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