The Admiral: Roaring Currents
The Admiral: Roaring Currents
The film mainly follows the famous 1597 Battle of Myeongryang during the Japanese invasion of Korea (1592-1598), where the iconic Joseon admiral Yi Sun-sin managed to destroy a total of 31 of 133 Japanese warships with only 13 ships remaining in his command. The battle, which took place in the Myeongryang Strait off the southwest coast of the Korean Peninsula, is considered one of the greatest victories of Yi.
Zokkiie reviewedJune 17, 2025
As someone who knows the history pretty well, I noticed the film took quite a few creative liberties — which was a bit distracting at times. Still, it's a well-made movie overall. The performances, especially by Choi Min-sik, were strong, and the naval battle scenes were exciting and visually impressive. Even if it’s not fully accurate, it does a great job of capturing the spirit and tension of the moment. A solid watch.