Overview
At the cusp of the founding of Joseon Dynasty, an envoy from China is delivering Emperor’s Ming’s Royal Seal. But nature in the form of a giant whale intervenes and swallows the royal seal. When a generous reward is offered to whomever can retrieve the royal seal from the belly of the whale, the race is on. A group of mountain bandits led by Jang Sa Jung and a group of pirates led by Yeo Wol go after the lost treasure, but who will get to to it first?
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed The Pirates?
The Pirates was directed by Lee Suk-hoon.
What was the budget and revenue for The Pirates?
The official budget was $13,000,000 and the movie went on to gross $64,400,000 worldwide.
Where was The Pirates produced?
It was produced by companies including Lotte Entertainment, Harimao Pictures, Cinedigm in South Korea.
The Pirates Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of The Pirates wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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