About the Film
The movie depicts the three months before Choong-nyung (the future Sejong the Great) becomes king. The Annals of the Joseon Dynasty, which follows the history of the Joseon Dynasty between 1413 and 1865, leaves out records of this crucial period. While future generations would come to know him as King Sejong, the legendary figure who created the Korean alphabet and advanced the country’s scientific research and law, Prince Choong-nyung was originally dismissed as a reclusive bookworm. When his older brothers Yangnyeong and Hyoryeong fail to impress their father King Taejong, the king makes a royal command for Choong-nyung to become the next ruler of the kingdom instead.
✨ The Watchlist Wizard Verdict
The Vibe: I Am The King is a captivating and well-crafted history and comedy and drama movie from 2012. Directed by Jang Kyu-sung, and starring Ju Ji-hoon, Baek Yoon-sik, Byun Hee-bong The movie depicts the three months before Choong-nyung (the future Sejong the Great) becomes king.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6.1/10, I Am The King retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its unique premise and stylistic choices.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for general audiences and genre enthusiasts. If you enjoy movies that blends history with comedy elements, I Am The King deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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