About the Film
The Imjin War reaches its seventh year in December of 1598. Admiral Yi Sun-shin learns that the Wa invaders in Joseon are preparing for a swift withdrawal following the deathbed orders of their leader Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Determined to destroy the enemy once and for all, Admiral Yi leads an allied fleet of Joseon and Ming ships to mount a blockade and annihilate the Wa army. However, once Ming commander Chen Lin is bribed into lifting the blockade, Wa lord Shimazu Yoshihiro and his Satsuma army sail to the Wa army's rescue at Noryang Strait.
✨ The Watchlist Wizard Verdict
The Vibe: Noryang: Deadly Sea is a captivating and well-crafted war and action and history movie from 2023. Directed by Kim Han-min, and starring Kim Yun-seok, Baek Yoon-sik, Jung Jae-young The Imjin War reaches its seventh year in December of 1598.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6.4/10, Noryang: Deadly Sea retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its unique premise and stylistic choices.
Time Investment: At 2h 33m, this is an epic-length movie that rewards patient viewers with a deeply immersive experience.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for general audiences and genre enthusiasts. If you enjoy movies that blends war with action elements, Noryang: Deadly Sea deserves a spot on your watchlist.
Where to Watch
Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, OnDemandKorea
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