Noido

Noido is a fictional character and the main protagonist of the 2006 South Korean fantasy film *The Uninvited*. Created and directed by Lee Myung-se, the film blends elements of Korean folklore, supernatural horror, and dark fantasy. Noido is a mysterious and enigmatic figure whose name is derived from the Korean word for "ghost" or "spirit," though the character is far more complex than a traditional ghostly entity.

The character is portrayed by actress Kim Hae-sook, who plays a woman who returns to her hometown after years of absence, only to uncover a series of eerie and unsettling events tied to her past. Noido is often depicted as a vengeful spirit or a cursed being, though her motivations and true nature remain ambiguous throughout the film. The character embodies themes of isolation, guilt, and the supernatural consequences of human actions, which are central to the story’s haunting atmosphere.

Noido’s design and presence contribute to the film’s eerie tone, with her appearance shifting between human-like and spectral forms, reinforcing her duality as both a victim and a tormentor. The character’s influence extends beyond the film, as *The Uninvited* has gained a cult following for its unique blend of horror and folklore, inspiring discussions about Korean supernatural narratives in cinema.

While Noido is not a widely recognized figure outside of *The Uninvited*, her portrayal has been analyzed for its subversion of traditional ghost story tropes, offering a more psychological and morally ambiguous take on the genre. The character’s legacy lies in her contribution to the film’s atmospheric storytelling and her role as a symbol of unresolved trauma and the supernatural’s lingering presence in human lives.