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May 18 (2007)

"The day a nation's conscience died."

6.920071h 58mKO
DramaHistory

Directed by Kim Ji-hoon

Rating

6.9/10

Runtime

1h 58m

Language

KO

Release

July 25, 2007

Director

Kim Ji-hoon

Official Trailer

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Overview

The citizens of Gwangju lead a relatively peaceful life, until one day the military takes over the city, accusing the residents of conspiracy and claiming that they are communist sympathisers preparing a revolution against the current government. Seeing as the soldiers beat defenceless people, mainl...

Cast

Kim Sang-kyung

Kim Sang-kyung

Kang Min-woo

Ahn Sung-ki

Ahn Sung-ki

Park Heung-soo

Lee Yo-won

Lee Yo-won

Park Shin-ae

Lee Joon-gi

Lee Joon-gi

Kang Jin-woo

Park Cheol-min

Park Cheol-min

In-bong

Park Won-sang

Park Won-sang

Yong-dae

Song Jae-ho

Song Jae-ho

Priest Kim

Na Moon-hee

Na Moon-hee

Naju-daek

Kwon Tae-won

Kwon Tae-won

Brigadier general Choi

Uhm Hyo-seop

Uhm Hyo-seop

Captain Kim

Park Yong-su

Park Yong-su

Major general Jung

Lee Eol

Lee Eol

Lieutenant Colonel Bae

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into May 18 (2007), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The citizens of Gwangju lead a relatively peaceful life, until one day the military takes over the city, accusing the residents of conspiracy and claiming that they are communist sympathisers preparing a revolution against the current government. Seeing as the soldiers beat defenceless people, mainly students, to death, the citizens are in for retaliation and form a militia.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of May 18. 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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