Behead the King
Watch TrailerSeongjong who history remembers, earns a reputation for appreciating the motto 'making the people feel comfortable and putting political affairs right'. He is known as the king who led his country in the most peaceful and steady way during the Joseon times. However, was Seongjong really a wise king? Seongjong was enthroned by Queen Jeong-hee, Queen In-soo, Han Myeong-hoi and his supporters. The 13-year-old king made 73 of his supporters his retainers! Numerous noblemen were happy that he became king. However, some of his people had to cry blood because he became the king. "Is this country run by phantoms like you My Lord?" Seongjong, the puppet who dreamt of a reign of peace, wishes to behead the king who dominates the people!
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | 왕을 참하라 |
| Year | 2017 |
| Country | South Korea |
| Genre | Drama |
| Director | Kim Jae-soo |
| Runtime | 116 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.7/10 (2 votes) |
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The film constructs a tense political thriller, relying on the historical context of the Joseon era to explore the nature of power and the cost of an illusory peace. It builds its narrative around the visual metaphor of phantoms ruling the state, creating a claustrophobic court atmosphere.
What lingers after the credits is the complex inner conflict of a ruler torn between being a puppet and his thirst for genuine sovereignty. The film leaves one pondering the true meaning of a wise king. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Kim Jae-soo
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Watch in a dimly lit room, with no distractions, to fully absorb every political maneuver.
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