Finally One Year from December 3, 2024, That Hot Day 'Martial Law' Releases Today!

It has already been a year. On the night of December 3, 2024, the abuse of national emergency powers that shook South Korea, martial law! And the 'coup d'état'. The movie 〈Martial Law〉 that deals with the events of that day which turned South Korea upside down is released today.

A déjà vu of 70 years of modern history, 16 martial law declarations, and the unquenchable flame of citizen resistance. The 70 years of modern South Korean history is a drama of martial law and the citizen resistance against it. From the government of the first president of South Korea, Syngman Rhee, until 2024, South Korea has declared martial law a total of 16 times. Each time, the constitution was shaken, the freedom of the people was suppressed, and power was always placed under military boots. However, in every dark moment, citizens rushed into the streets with bare hands and bodies, silently holding candles and standing up against it.

The movie 〈Martial Law〉 will revisit this painful past of our modern history. Beyond just the events of 2024, the spirit of the citizens who courageously resisted during the past 16 martial law declarations will be recreated once again on the night of December 3. This work will pose important questions that will remind us of the values of democracy in South Korea, going beyond a simple political thriller. The film will vividly depict the chaotic political landscape and the confused citizens immediately after the declaration of martial law. The enormous ambitions hidden behind the president's decision, the dark side of power, and the desperate resistance of those who oppose it will unfold in breathtaking suspense. The documentary film 〈Martial Law〉 can be seen in theaters nationwide starting today.