Monstrum
Monstrum

Monstrum

2018Movie106 minKorean

Ancient Korea, 1506. The tyrannical King Yeonsan-gun of Joseon is overthrown by his half-brother Jung-jong, whose reign begins with a blood bath. Over the years, traitors plot against him, sinking the kingdom into chaos. In 1528, frightened rumors come to royal palace, regarding a mysterious creature, known as Monstrum by the peasants.

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IMDb5.8/10
Google Users74%
Director: Huh Jong-hoGenres: Action, Horror, Fantasy, History, Thriller

Plot Summary

In the Joseon Dynasty, a terrifying beast is on the loose, inciting fear among the populace and threatening the royal court. Captain Yoon Gyeom and his loyal subordinate Sung-han are tasked with hunting down the monstrous creature. Meanwhile, princess Myeong is drawn into the investigation as the kingdom faces a dire crisis. They must race against time to uncover the truth behind the monster and protect their land from destruction.

Critical Reception

Monstrum received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its visual effects, action sequences, and attempt to blend historical elements with creature-feature tropes. However, some found the plot predictable and the character development lacking.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its ambitious creature design and energetic action.
  • Noted for its engaging historical setting and thrilling chase sequences.
  • Criticized by some for a somewhat formulaic plot and underdeveloped characters.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed Monstrum for its spectacular creature effects and fast-paced, action-packed storyline, though a portion of viewers felt the narrative could have been more original.

Fun Fact

The film's creature, the 'Myo-gyeong-seong,' was designed by Weta Workshop, the same company responsible for the creatures in 'The Lord of the Rings' and 'Avatar'.

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