Much of 1980s and 90s Korean genre cinema suffered from poor archiving. A "verified" version ensures that viewers are seeing the intended aspect ratio and uncut fight choreography.
The film was released during a period of transition in South Korean cinema, moving away from the heavy censorship of previous decades toward more gritty, social-realist, or adult-oriented dramas.
: Seok-jong Byeon is also credited for his involvement in the production. Historical Context