Set against the backdrop of the Jeju Uprising in 1948, which was sparked by an armed revolt of islanders fearing the division of Korea into North and South, the film portrays the tragic consequences of an indiscriminate punitive expedition by the South Korean government. Under the guise of an anti-communist campaign, more than 25,000 civilians were slaughtered. Through the story of a mother fiercely protecting her young daughter, the film highlights the resilience and strength of Jeju women amidst the chaos.

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Cast

Kim Hyang-gi

Ko Ah-jin

Seo Young-joo

Lee Cheol

Kang Chae-young

Bong-soon

Kang Myeong-ju

Kye-ok

Choi Seung-joon

Staff Sergeant Kim

장재웅

Won-pyeong

Kim Da-huin

Jung-nam

Kang Gu-ha

Il-doo

Choi Hyeon-jin

Joong-seok

Yang So-min

Sun-young