However, hidden among these thousands of terrified women is Dan-hee (Lim Ji-yeon). Her father was a victim of the king's purges, and she volunteers to become a concubine for the sole purpose of assassinating the king and avenging her family. The film follows this dangerous cat-and-mouse game, where Dan-hee must navigate a court filled with sexual depravity, political intrigue, and constant treachery to get close enough to strike.
“A beautiful, bloody mess.”
The film was directed by Min Kyu-dong, who co-wrote the script with Lee Yoon-seong. Min was already known for All About My Wife , but The Treacherous represented a departure into far more controversial territory. The budget was approximately ₩7 billion (around $8 million), which the film successfully recouped, earning $8 million at the box office.
While the King (Kim Kang-woo) indulges in excesses, the courtiers, led by Sung-jae and his father, manipulate the situation to seize ultimate power.
As of the current data aggregation, based on approximately 1,200 user ratings. At first glance, a 6.4 is modest. It suggests a flawed movie. However, in the world of niche historical thrillers—specifically those dealing with King Yeonsan of Joseon—a 6.4 is surprisingly resilient.
“Too much style over substance. The story gets lost between all the shocking imagery.” – ★★☆☆☆
Miles signs. He’s too hungry to read the fine print.
The Throne of Vice: An Analysis of The Treacherous (2015) and Its Digital Reception
"The Treacherous" received widespread critical acclaim for its gripping storyline, strong performances, and well-crafted action sequences. The film was a commercial success, grossing over $72 million at the box office.
However, hidden among these thousands of terrified women is Dan-hee (Lim Ji-yeon). Her father was a victim of the king's purges, and she volunteers to become a concubine for the sole purpose of assassinating the king and avenging her family. The film follows this dangerous cat-and-mouse game, where Dan-hee must navigate a court filled with sexual depravity, political intrigue, and constant treachery to get close enough to strike.
“A beautiful, bloody mess.”
The film was directed by Min Kyu-dong, who co-wrote the script with Lee Yoon-seong. Min was already known for All About My Wife , but The Treacherous represented a departure into far more controversial territory. The budget was approximately ₩7 billion (around $8 million), which the film successfully recouped, earning $8 million at the box office. the treacherous 2015 imdb
While the King (Kim Kang-woo) indulges in excesses, the courtiers, led by Sung-jae and his father, manipulate the situation to seize ultimate power.
As of the current data aggregation, based on approximately 1,200 user ratings. At first glance, a 6.4 is modest. It suggests a flawed movie. However, in the world of niche historical thrillers—specifically those dealing with King Yeonsan of Joseon—a 6.4 is surprisingly resilient. However, hidden among these thousands of terrified women
“Too much style over substance. The story gets lost between all the shocking imagery.” – ★★☆☆☆
Miles signs. He’s too hungry to read the fine print. “A beautiful, bloody mess
The Throne of Vice: An Analysis of The Treacherous (2015) and Its Digital Reception
"The Treacherous" received widespread critical acclaim for its gripping storyline, strong performances, and well-crafted action sequences. The film was a commercial success, grossing over $72 million at the box office.