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Kingdom: Ashin of the North
킹덤: 아신전
2021 92 min South Korea 18+
★6.7
Drama, Fantasy, Thriller
Director: Kim Seong-hun
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Description
Tragedy, betrayal and a mysterious discovery fuel a woman's vengeance for the loss of her tribe and family.
Starring
Jun Ji-hyun
Actor
Kim Si-Ah
Actor
Park Byeong-eun
Actor
Awards
1 win & 1 nomination total
Key opinion
Kingdom: Ashin of the North serves as an atmospheric expansion of the Kingdom universe, detailing the origin of the resurrection plant and the protagonist's tragic backstory. While the film is praised for its high production values and scenic world-building, it is criticized for a thin script and a lack of emotional resonance in its central revenge narrative.
| Cinematography | The film features immersive and stunning visuals that successfully mirror the atmospheric aesthetic of the original series. | |
| Production | The production design and costume work convincingly capture the medieval setting and the gritty daily life of the characters. | |
| Theme | The narrative prioritizes political intrigue and dark drama over traditional zombie horror, leaving some viewers disappointed by the lack of supernatural scares. | |
| Pacing | The pacing is viewed as both a strength for its slow-burn world-building and a weakness for its overly prolonged, repetitive structure. | |
| Screenplay | Opinions on the screenplay are divided: some appreciate the simple origin story, while others find the script thin and the protagonist's emotional trajectory unconvincing. |