Kundo: Min-ran-eui si-dae

"Out of darkness a new hope arises."

Jul 23 2014 Not Rated 2h 17m
Action, Drama, History

In 1862, amidst the rule of the late Joseon dynasty in Korea, a band of fighters named Kundo rise against the unjust authorities.

Plot

The year is 1859, feudal Joseon is plagued with numerous natural disasters, poor harvest, poverty, hunger and death. But the rich nobles are only concerned with their own wealth and continue to exploit and persecute the poor. In this dark period, KUNDO was a single shred of hope for the poor, an entity which can be the subject of fear to unjust nobles. After killing poor butcher Dolmuchi's mother and sister, millionaire Jo-yoon commands absolute power over him. Clouded by vengeance, Dolmuchi is accepted as a member of KUNDO, and unsheathes his sword for the weak.

Written by

Cheol-Hong Jeon, Yoon Jong-bin

Directed by

Yoon Jong-bin

Production Countries

South Korea

Production Companies

Showbox, Moonlight Film

Languages

Awards

11 wins & 11 nominations

Scores
# of Votes
3,989
Average Rating
6.8 out of 10
Metascore
56
Popularity
NA