![]() "I Saw the Devil" is a hard movie to watch that doles out maximal violence at such a frequent clip that it becomes normal. The film also offers glimpses of what Kyung-chul's similarly sadistic friends do to their victims, including one man who is a cannibal. Over the film's lengthy runtime, we don't just see Kyung-chul's violence enacted on victims and Soo-hyun's brutal acts of revenge. Instead, Soo-hyeon repeatedly finds, beats, and releases Kyung-chul, forcing him to live in a state of constant paranoia. He doesn't simply track down, torture, and kill his wife's murderer Jang Kyung-chul (the always fantastic Choi Min-sik). That revenge plot is classic stuff, but where "I Saw the Devil" becomes something special, and something more extreme than any other revenge film, is in how Soo-hyeon enacts that revenge. The story of fifteenth century Czech icon and warlord Jan Zizka, who defeated armies of the Teutonic Order and the Holy Roman Empire.The movie follows National Intelligence Service (essentially the Korean CIA) agent Soo-hyeon (Lee Byung-hun) as he enacts protracted revenge on the serial killer who murdered his wife. (R) Some Nudity | Strong Grisly Violent Content There are extra scenes during, or after, the end credits of Medieval. Grade: B+Ībout The Peetimes: Medieval is a historical action drama. The story could transfer to the small screen. This movie does not require the big screen or sound. Then Medieval should be a movie you should go and check out. With a bit of storified history, middle-aged-style battle sequences and a splash of political intrigue driving the violence. If you’re a fan of Game of Thrones and/or Braveheart kind of shows/movies. Personally, I had never heard of Jan Žižka so I can’t speak to the historical accuracy or liberties they took. ![]() So my rating took a little bit of a hit for that. ![]() The level of action and violence might not be everyone’s cup of tea and the little bit of too many things happening at once might be too much for some people as well. ![]() As one part over here, helps motivate a part over there.ĭownload the RunPee app for free: Read more about the RunPee app. I’m not entirely certain what I would cut out. Medieval can feel a bit bloated with all these narratives vying for screen time. The film also works to mythologize Jan Žižka, (already a historical Czech icon) with both a kind of love story and a personal/political rebirth. Medieval reminds us that the Middle ages weren’t always the best of times to live in for most people. Or just plain tyrannical rule over peasants. Of course, some political intrigue are the driving forces behind most of the violence. There was an enjoyable balance of sweeping aerial shots with chaotic and brutal fight sequences. It wasn’t overly gory but they didn’t shy away from things either (Faces bashed in, arms cut off, etc), as war is never pretty, no matter when it is. This movie definitely has its violent and brutal battle scenes. Caught between two monarchs and the rebellious forces gathering in the countryside, Žižka must face his mentor Torak (Roland Møller) on the battlefield or watch the kingdom around him crumble. When Žižka and his men are hired by Lord Boresh (Michael Caine) to kidnap the niece of the King of France, it sparks bloody battles. Medieval is a historical action drama that captures part of the life of Jan Žižka (Ben Foster), a Bohemian military leader.
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