A Resistance


A Resistance is a 2019 South Korean biographical period drama film directed by Cho Min-ho, starring Go Ah-sung, Kim Sae-byuk, Kim Ye-eun, Jeong Ha-dam and Ryu Kyung-soo.

Summary

During the Japanese colonial period, Yu Gwan-sun, who led the March First Movement, is imprisoned. However, she does not give in and unites fellow prisoners to resist Japan. The Japanese security chief, suspicious of unrest, tricks her colleagues and uncovers Gwan-sun's role as the leader, and tortures her severely. After this, Gwan-sun pretends to obey the Japanese but secretly prepares another independence movement. This movement spreads beyond the prison and into the streets. Gwan-sun is once again subjected to merciless torture. She dies two days before her release.

Cast

Principal photography began on October 29, 2018, and wrapped on November 30, 2018.

Awards and nominations

AwardsCategoryRecipientResultRef.
55th Baeksang Arts AwardsBest Actress (Film)|Best Actress]Go Ah-sungNomitated
40th [Blue Dragon Film Awards]Blue Dragon [Film Award for Best Actress|Best Actress]Go Ah-sungNomitated