"The King's Man": The game of power, lust and love During the Yansanjun period in the history of the Joseon Dynasty, the story of the tyrant Yansanjun and the artists Jang Sheng and Kong Ji was adapted into a costume drama "The King's Man". The film goes through the fate of two artists in the palace
It reveals the darkness of feudal dynasties and the complexity of human nature, and provokes people's thoughts about power, lust, and love. In this ancient dynasty, the struggle for power and lust is constantly staged, and love and faith also shine in this game. Kong Ji and Changsheng as two lowly entertainers,
But he showed noble character and firm faith. They used comedy to satirize the absurdity and shamelessness of Yan Shanjun and other ministers, and this satire was not only a criticism of the feudal dynasty, but also a reflection on human nature. They are not willing to give up their dignity and conscience for the sake of power and money
And their love is also a kind of spiritual fit, and it is also a kind of life dependence. They suffered hardships and ** in the palace, but they never gave up on each other, and finally defended each other's love with their lives. However, as a tyrant, Yan Shanjun indulges in female sex and fun,
Regardless of the interests of the country and the people. His affection for Kong Ji is both out of desire and out of control of power. He wants to control Kongji and make him his plaything, and he also wants to use Kongji to fight against the ministers who oppose him. This lust for power led to his depravity and corruption
It also sparked a struggle between him and other ministers, which eventually led to tragedy. The production of the film lasted three years, and in order to restore the original historical appearance, director Li Junyi referred to a large number of documents and historical relics, and invited professional historians and folklorists to guide.
The actors also underwent a long period of training and preparation, learning about the etiquette, language, and costumes of ancient Korea. In order to create the role of Kong Ji, Lee Joon-gi also deliberately **10 kilograms and learned various juggling skills. The film sparked a huge response after its release
Not only has it set a number of box office records in Korea, but it has also been well received in overseas markets. It won several awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, etc., and is also hailed as a classic in the history of Korean cinema, which has had a profound impact on later costume films.
This film is not only a costume drama, but also a deep reflection on power, desire and love, as well as the awakening and persistence of human nature.