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The Bow (2005)

"A girl who thought the sea was the whole world, became the whole world to an old man."

6.920051h 30mKO
Drama

Directed by Kim Ki-duk

Rating

6.9/10

Runtime

1h 30m

Language

KO

Release

May 12, 2005

Director

Kim Ki-duk

Official Trailer

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Overview

On a fishing boat at sea, a 60-year old man has been raising a girl since she was a child. It is agreed that they will get married on her 17th birthday. They live a quiet and secluded life, renting the boat to day fishermen and practicing strange divination rites. Their life changes when a teenage s...

Cast

Han Yeo-reum

Han Yeo-reum

Young Girl

Jeon Seong-hwan

Jeon Seong-hwan

Old Man

Seo Ji-seok

Seo Ji-seok

Student

Jeon Kuk-hwan

Jeon Kuk-hwan

Student's Father

Kim Ik-tae

Kim Ik-tae

Man 1

Jang Dae-sung

Jang Dae-sung

Man 2

Jo Hyun-wu

Jo Hyun-wu

Man 3

Shin Taek-gi

Shin Taek-gi

Fisherman

Pyo Sang-woo

Pyo Sang-woo

Hoodwinker

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Bow (2005), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

On a fishing boat at sea, a 60-year old man has been raising a girl since she was a child. It is agreed that they will get married on her 17th birthday. They live a quiet and secluded life, renting the boat to day fishermen and practicing strange divination rites. Their life changes when a teenage student comes aboard.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Bow. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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