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Oda Nobunaga and Nōhime were originally married to mend a hostile relationship between neighbouring regions. Unfortunately, they were like oil and water, making for a somewhat unhappy marriage. When Oda's enemy, Imagawa Yoshimoto, attacks Owari with his vast army, Oda is devastated by the overwhelming gap in military strength. However, Nohime encourages him not to despair, and the pair draw up a tactical plan that will allow them to overcome the odds.
In the tumultuous Joseon Dynasty, the legendary General Yi Sun-shin faces the formidable Japanese invasion. Facing overwhelming odds and political betrayal, he must rally his forces and devise innovative strategies to defend his nation. The film explores his unwavering resolve, the sacrifices made by his soldiers, and the critical naval battles that would shape the future of Korea.
The Legend & Butterfly received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its ambitious scale, visual spectacle, and the strong performances of its lead actors, particularly Lee Byung-hun as Admiral Yi Sun-shin. However, some noted that the film's lengthy runtime and occasional deviations from strict historical accuracy led to a slightly uneven pacing.
Visually impressive historical epic with grand-scale battle sequences.
Lee Byung-hun delivers a commanding performance as Admiral Yi Sun-shin.
The film sometimes struggles with pacing due to its extensive length.
Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's historical scope and the action sequences, with many finding the portrayal of Admiral Yi Sun-shin compelling. Some viewers found the plot to be dense and occasionally predictable, but the overall sentiment leans positive.
The film's production involved extensive historical research to accurately recreate the naval battles and the era's weaponry and armor, aiming for a high degree of authenticity in its visual presentation.
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With two neighbouring kingdom's set for war, their kings decide that the best way forward is for the son of one - "Oda" (Takuya Kimura) to marry the daughter of the other - "Nohime" (Haruka Ayase). Neither are very keen on this arrangement ...