The Wrath
여곡성
In the household of Lee Gyeong-jin, a high-ranking official of Joseon Kingdom, three sons die from an unidentified horror. A woman pregnant with a child of the third son soon learns of the evil spirit that haunts the house.
Why it matters
A brooding Korean folk horror that channels ancestral curses and patriarchal dread through atmospheric tension and unsettling ritual.
- Deeply rooted in Joseon-era superstition, it’s a rare glimpse at Korean period horror beyond the usual ghost story tropes.
- The slow-burning dread builds through shadowy interiors and whispering woods rather than cheap jump scares.
- Perfect for fans of folk horror who appreciate cultural specificity and a mood of oppressive inevitability.
- Practical effects and traditional makeup create quietly disturbing hauntings that linger in the corners of the frame.
Director
Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
14
Slow Burn
50
Psychological
14
Supernatural
40
Creature
0
Disturbing
17
Fun Factor
33
Cerebral
14
Survival
66
