Ssang-hwa-jeom (2008)
Anno di uscita: 2008
Nazione: South Korea
Alternative Title: Ssanghwajeom, 쌍화점, Blood & Flowers - Der Wächter des Königs, King protector, Blood and Flowers
Regista: Ha Yoo, Kim Su-Jin-I, Park Young-Sik, Shin Jae Myung
Writer: Ha Yoo, Hwang Jin-Yeong, Hwang Jin-Young
Produzione & Genere
Produttore: Producer: Gyeongho Sin
Executive Producer: Lee Tae-hun
Società: Opus Pictures, Showbox, Sponge, United Pictures
Genere: Drama, History, Romance
Budget: 10.000.000
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Parole chiave
Parole chiave: adultery, romance, sword fight, tragedy, betrayal, lgbt, goryeo dynasty, gay theme, boys' love (bl)
Storia
The movie 'Ssang-hwa-jeom' (2008) is set during the late 14th century in the declining Goryeo Dynasty. The king organizes a military force known as Kunryongwe, led by the powerful commander Hong Lim, who captures the king's attention to an extent that it draws away from his queen. Meanwhile, the Yuan Dynasty attempts to manipulate the situation but fails when the king refuses their machinations. In order to secure the Goryeo line for future generations, the ruler devises a scheme to have Hong Lim impregnate the queen and father a new ruler with her.
Riassunto
'Ssang-hwa-jeom' is a historical drama set against the backdrop of the late Goryeo Dynasty's decline. The film explores political intrigue, power dynamics, and manipulation within the royal court. It touches on themes of loyalty, ambition, and the delicate balance between personal desires and national responsibilities. Despite its historical setting, the movie's core narrative revolves around human emotions and conflicts, making it a compelling watch beyond just its period backdrop.
