The Tattooist Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for The Tattooist.
The Tattooist Ending Explained: Soo-na is a beautiful tattoo artist who possesses the unique skill of being able to perform the rare “stitchery tattoo” that uses needle and thread. Directed by Lee Seo, this 2015 drama film stars Song Il-gook (한지순), alongside Yoon Joo-hee as Jo Soo-Na, Kwon Hyun-sang as 오천기, Seo Yeong as 구찌. Rated 4/10, the conclusion has sparked discussion among viewers.
What Happens at the End of The Tattooist?
Soo-na is a beautiful tattoo artist who possesses the unique skill of being able to perform the rare “stitchery tattoo” that uses needle and thread. This style of tattoo is very painful and she prefers not to do it this way. She also has a habit of mixing in some snake venom into the ink she uses for tattooing. This can cause some interesting and sometimes lethal side-effects whenever her clients are in the heat of passion. In other words, you do not want to mess with Soo-na. Now she has a new client, Ji-soon, who is very persistent in wanting her to use the stitchery tattoo technique. Soo-na gives in and agrees to finish the tattoo of a Medusa on his back. She quickly learns that behind the Medusa lies a dark secret that has ties to her own past. What follows is a tale of revenge, murder, and tattoos.
Lee Seo's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Song Il-gook (한지순)'s journey. This style of tattoo is very painful and she prefers not to do it this way.
How Does Song Il-gook (한지순)'s Story End?
- Song Il-gook: Song Il-gook's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
- Yoon Joo-hee (Jo Soo-Na): Yoon Joo-hee's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
- Kwon Hyun-sang (오천기): Kwon Hyun-sang's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.
What Does the Ending of The Tattooist Mean?
The ending of The Tattooist brings the narrative to a close, though viewer reception has been mixed. The resolution of Song Il-gook's story may not satisfy all audiences.