On the 27th, the much-talked-about movie “Flame of April” will be released domestically.
In times of oppression and injustice, true sacrifice and struggle sometimes fade from people’s memories.
However, the victim Juyul of the 315 incident and his mother represent figures that are never forgotten.
And the story of Lee Kang-seok and those who fought against the power still delivers a powerful message today.
The movie is a work depicting the courage and sacrifice of young people to protect democracy, and the story of the power holder Lee Kang-seok and the fake Lee Kang-seok who mimicked him somehow made the flow of the story more interesting.
The movie skillfully portrays the conflicts and anguish of those fighting to keep their own beliefs in the chaos of the times, delivering a strong message to the audience.
In particular, Kim Myungho’s overwhelming acting as both Lee Kang-seok and the fake Lee Kang-seok was remarkable.
The intensity conveyed in his eyes and voice brought the audience to a level of immersion where even the sound of breathing was inaudible during the movie.
And the romance of the fake somehow evoked a sense of sorrow.
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“Flame of April” surpasses being a mere political drama, embedding a social message about the abuse of power and the efforts of those fighting against it.
The movie follows the story of Lee Kang-seok, at the core of power, exploring how violent attempts to maintain it can threaten truth and democracy.
Moreover, the character of ‘fake Lee Kang-seok’ symbolically portrays the corrupt forces attempting to empower themselves through power.
This film poses the question ‘What is true democracy?’ to the audience and is expected to resonate powerfully as it links with real social issues.
“Flame of April” is regarded as a powerful work that leaves a lingering impression even after the movie ends.
Actress Jo Eunsook’s poignant portrayal of Juyul’s mother and Jo Jae-yoon’s villainous performance dominated the screen, especially actor Jung Hee-tae’s role as Lee Ki-boong, in synergy with Kim Myungho’s Lee Kang-seok, was intensely expressed all the way to the final gun scene.
And Choi Bool-am’s voice as the narration combined with Jo Yong-pil’s music, forms an absolute combination that unquestionably enhances the film.
Amid ongoing positive reviews from audiences even before its release on March 27, “Flame of April” is set to establish itself as a film that prompts much contemplation and leaves a lasting impression on the viewers.
