Hallan
An orchid in bloom on Mount Hallasan in winter
Overview
Set against the backdrop of the Jeju Uprising in 1948, which was sparked by an armed revolt of islanders fearing the division of Korea into North and South, the film portrays the tragic consequences of an indiscriminate punitive expedition by the South Korean government. Under the guise of an anti-communist campaign, more than 25,000 civilians were slaughtered. Through the story of a mother fiercely protecting her young daughter, the film highlights the resilience and strength of Jeju women amidst the chaos.
Cast
Kim Hyang-gi
Ko Ah-jin
Kim Min-chae
Kang Hae-saeng
Seo Young-joo
Lee Cheol
Kim Won-joon
Private First Class Moon
Kang Chae-young
Bong-soon
Kang Myeong-ju
Kye-ok
Choi Seung-joon
Staff Sergeant Kim
Hwang Jung-nam
Sergeant First Class Park
장재웅
Won-pyeong
Kim Da-huin
Jung-nam
Kang Gu-ha
Il-doo
Choi Hyeon-jin
Joong-seok