Monstrum (2018) movie poster

Monstrum

물괴

2018 ·1h 46m · ★ 6.5 (202)

Ancient Korea, 1506. The tyrannical King Yeonsan-gun of Joseon is overthrown by his half-brother Jung-jong, whose reign begins with a blood bath. Over the years, traitors plot against him, sinking the kingdom into chaos. In 1528, frightened rumors come to royal palace, regarding a mysterious creature, known as Monstrum by the peasants.

Why it matters

Horror DNA

Gore
71
Slow Burn
33
Psychological
29
Supernatural
20
Creature
55
Disturbing
50
Fun Factor
33
Cerebral
43
Survival
50

Content Warnings

Body HorrorDehumanization

Phobia triggers

TMDB Keywords

16th centurybased on true storygiant monsterjoseon dynasty (1392–1910)palace intrigue

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