Movie

May 18

“The day a nation's conscience died.”

★ 6.9(48)20071h 58m

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Good to know

Director: Kim Ji-hoon
Release date: 2007-07-25
Runtime: 1h 58m
Language: Korean
Status: Released
Country: South Korea
Studio: CJ Entertainment

May 18 — trailer

About May 18

May 18 is a 2007 movie in the Drama and History genres, directed by Kim Ji-hoon, starring Kim Sang-kyung, Ahn Sung-ki and Lee Yo-won. It has a runtime of 1 hour 58 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.9/10 from 48 viewers. Below you can see where to watch May 18 in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

The citizens of Gwangju lead a relatively peaceful life, until one day the military takes over the city, accusing the residents of conspiracy and claiming that they are communist sympathisers preparing a revolution against the current government. Seeing as the soldiers beat defenceless people, mainly students, to death, the citizens are in for retaliation and form a militia.

Cast

Kim Sang-kyung

Kang Min-woo

Ahn Sung-ki

Park Heung-soo

Lee Yo-won

Park Shin-ae

Lee Joon-gi

Kang Jin-woo

Park Cheol-min

In-bong

Park Won-sang

Yong-dae

Song Jae-ho

Priest Kim

Na Moon-hee

Naju-daek

Kwon Tae-won

Brigadier general Choi

Uhm Hyo-seop

Captain Kim

Park Yong-su

Major general Jung

Lee Eol

Lieutenant Colonel Bae

Themes & keywords

historical event1980sgwangju uprisinggwangjudemocratization movement

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch May 18 in Mexico?+

May 18 is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is May 18 on Netflix?+

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How long is May 18?+

May 18 has a runtime of 1 hour 58 minutes (118 minutes).

Who stars in May 18?+

May 18 stars Kim Sang-kyung, Ahn Sung-ki, Lee Yo-won, Lee Joon-gi and Park Cheol-min.

When did May 18 come out?+

May 18 is a 2007 movie directed by Kim Ji-hoon.

What genre is May 18?+

May 18 is Drama and History film.

Who directed May 18?+

May 18 was directed by Kim Ji-hoon.