Monstrum (2018)

Director: Jong-ho Huh

Starring: Kim Myung-min, Kim In-kwon, Lee Hyeri

Yoon Gyeom is a loyal subject of King Jung Jong of Joseon. He struggles to fight against a monster that threatens King Jung Jong’s life and a group of people trying to depose King Jung Jong.

A Creature the villagers call Monstrum is said to be a legend. But when people start dying, General Jin Yong investigates. While everyone believes Monstrum to be responsible for the deaths, the King believes it to be a person, and believes someone wants to end his reign.

Civilians are recruited to search for Monstrum. Jin Yong’s stubborn daughter, Myung, joins the search, as well as Jin Yong’s brother Sung Han. With a plague spreading among the villagers, they believe Monstrum is spreading the disease. Jin Yong is fearless in his quest to kill the creature. Now the Prime Minister Sim Woon, is using the creature to his advantage, hoping to dethrone the King.

‘Monstrum’ is a Korean creature feature that offers plenty of action and adventure, and some amazing visual effects. The film reminded me of a mix between ‘Woochi The Dragon Slayer’ and ‘Dragon Wars’.

In Korean.

Would I watch it again? Yes, I think so.