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The Fortress (2017)

"The fate of the nation is in their hands"

6.820172h 20mKO
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Directed by Hwang Dong-hyuk

Rating

6.8/10

Runtime

2h 20m

Language

KO

Release

October 3, 2017

Director

Hwang Dong-hyuk

Official Trailer

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Overview

Ancient Korea, 17th century. The powerful Khan of the Jurchen tribe of Manchuria, who fights the Ming dinasty to gain China, becomes the first ruler of the Qing dinasty and demands from King In-jo of Joseon to bow before him; but he refuses, being loyal to the Mings. On December 14th, 1636, the Qing...

Cast

Lee Byung-hun

Lee Byung-hun

Choe Myeong-gil

Kim Yun-seok

Kim Yun-seok

Kim Sang-heon

Park Hae-il

Park Hae-il

King In-jo

Go Soo

Go Soo

Seo Nal-soe

Park Hee-soon

Park Hee-soon

Lee Si-baek

Song Young-chang

Song Young-chang

Kim Ryu

Jo Woo-jin

Jo Woo-jin

Jeong Myeong-su

David Lee

David Lee

Chil-bok

Heo Sung-tae

Heo Sung-tae

Yong Gol-dae

Kim Pub-lae

Kim Pub-lae

Khan

Jo A-in

Jo A-in

Na-ru

Jin Sun-kyu

Jin Sun-kyu

Lee Du-gap

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Fortress (2017), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Ancient Korea, 17th century. The powerful Khan of the Jurchen tribe of Manchuria, who fights the Ming dinasty to gain China, becomes the first ruler of the Qing dinasty and demands from King In-jo of Joseon to bow before him; but he refuses, being loyal to the Mings. On December 14th, 1636, the Qing horde invades Joseon, so King In-jo and his court shelter in the mountain fortress of Namhan and prepare to defend the kingdom.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

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