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Behead the King (2017)

""Seongjong's 10 years, wise during the day and tyrant at night""

5.7 β˜…20171h 56mKO
Drama

Directed by Kim Jae-soo

Rating

5.7/10

Runtime

1h 56m

Language

KO

Release

March 16, 2017

Director

Kim Jae-soo

Official Trailer

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Overview

Seongjong 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...

Cast

Kang Yoon

Kang Yoon

Yi Hyeol

Kang Yeon-jung

Kang Yeon-jung

Bi Seol

Choo Suk-young

Choo Suk-young

Grand Prince Wolsan

Anita

Anita

Queen Insoo

Park Choong-seon

Park Choong-seon

San-seong

Park Hee-jin

Park Hee-jin

Cha-hyang

Kim Hak-cheol

Kim Hak-cheol

Lee Young-beom

Lee Young-beom

Hwang Dong-hui

Hwang Dong-hui

Lee Do-guk

Lee Do-guk

Park Hyun-ji

Park Hyun-ji

Mi-sil

Introduction

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

Seongjong 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!

πŸ›‘ Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

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

πŸ† Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

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

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