Long Live the King

Name: Long Live the King
Director: Kang Yun-sung
Genre: Action, Crime, Comedy
Released: 2019-01-01
Duration: 118 min
Rating: 6.5
Cast: Kim Rae-won, Won Jin-ah, Jin Sun-kyu, Choi Gwi-hwa, Choi Moo-seong

2019Dir. Kang Yun-sung1h 58m

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Runtime1h 58m

Released2019

DirectorKang Yun-sung

About This Movie

Long Live the King is a curious mix of action, comedy, and crime that leans heavily into the absurd with its premise. Jang Se-chool, played with a certain charm, is a gang boss whose unyielding affection for Kang So-hyun adds layers of comedy amid the chaos. The pacing is brisk, balancing between laugh-out-loud moments and intense sequences. What really stands out is how it blends these genres; one minute you're chuckling at Se-chool's antics, the next you're caught in a tense standoff. The performances feel genuine, especially the chemistry—or lack thereof—between the leads. The film captures a quirky yet harsh reality of ambition and romance, which is what makes it distinctive in the landscape of contemporary Korean cinema.

Features a unique blend of genresStrong character dynamicsInteresting take on ambition and romance