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Silmido (2003)

"A Forbidden History Now Breaks It Deep Silence."

7.120032h 15mKO
ActionDrama

Directed by Kang Woo-suk

Rating

7.1/10

Runtime

2h 15m

Language

KO

Release

December 24, 2003

Director

Kang Woo-suk

Official Trailer

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Overview

On 31 January 1968, 31 North Korean commandos infiltrated South Korea in a failed mission to assassinate President Park Chung-hee. In revenge, the South Korean military assembled a team of 31 criminals on the island of Silmido to kill Kim Il-sung for a suicide mission to redeem their honor, but was ...

Cast

Sul Kyung-gu

Sul Kyung-gu

Kang In-chan

Ahn Sung-ki

Ahn Sung-ki

Jae-hyun

Huh Joon-ho

Huh Joon-ho

Sergeant Jo

Jung Jae-young

Jung Jae-young

Sang-pil

Im Won-hee

Im Won-hee

Won-hee

Kang Shin-il

Kang Shin-il

Geun-jae

Kang Seong-jin

Kang Seong-jin

Chan-seok

Lee Jeong-heon

Lee Jeong-heon

Sergeant Park

Uhm Tae-woong

Uhm Tae-woong

Won-sang

Lee Jong-mun

Lee Jong-mun

Jeong-hun

Kim Kang-woo

Kim Kang-woo

Min-ho

Jo Min-jun

Jo Min-jun

Ji-hwan

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Silmido (2003), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

On 31 January 1968, 31 North Korean commandos infiltrated South Korea in a failed mission to assassinate President Park Chung-hee. In revenge, the South Korean military assembled a team of 31 criminals on the island of Silmido to kill Kim Il-sung for a suicide mission to redeem their honor, but was cancelled, leaving them frustrated. It is loosely based on a military uprising in the 1970s.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Silmido. 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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