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The Uprising (1999)

4.319991h 40mKO
DramaHistoryAction

Directed by Park Kwang-su

Rating

4.3/10

Runtime

1h 40m

Language

KO

Release

June 26, 1999

Director

Park Kwang-su

Overview

In the late 19th century Catholicism was gaining a foothold on Jeju island, much to the horror of the Confucian community, who were seeing their influence diminishing as well as getting increased taxes from Catholic-friendly government officers. The conflict became a religious war that resulted in a...

Cast

Lee Jung-jae

Lee Jung-jae

Yi Jae-su

Shim Eun-ha

Shim Eun-ha

Il Sook-hwa

Myung Gye-nam

Myung Gye-nam

Chae Goon-soo

Frédéric Andrau

Frédéric Andrau

Sébastien Tavel

Sébastien Tavel

Yun So-jeong

Yun So-jeong

Sook Hwa-mo

Oh Youn-hong

Oh Youn-hong

Baek Eui-jeong

Kang Shin-il

Kang Shin-il

Ma Chan-sam

Choi Il-hwa

Choi Il-hwa

Go Sam-bong

Min Kyung-jin

Min Kyung-jin

Boo-shi

Park Cheol-min

Park Cheol-min

Baek Hak-tan

Kim Jin-goo

Kim Jin-goo

Seong Joo-min

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Uprising (1999), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In the late 19th century Catholicism was gaining a foothold on Jeju island, much to the horror of the Confucian community, who were seeing their influence diminishing as well as getting increased taxes from Catholic-friendly government officers. The conflict became a religious war that resulted in a rebel Confucian army massacring hundreds of Christians in little more than a matter of days. The Uprising details the events leading up to the assault, focusing on the story of Yi Jae-su, the young man destined to become the leader of the rebel army.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Uprising. 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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