Drama,Romance
South Korea,Japan
The movie The Bow (Hwal) is a 2005 South Korean film directed by Kim Ki-duk. The film tells the story of an elderly man and a teenage girl who live on a fishing boat at sea and practice strange divination rites. The man has been raising the girl since she was a child and it is agreed that they will get married on her 17th birthday.
As the girl's 17th birthday approaches, a teenage student comes aboard the boat. The girl is immediately drawn to him, and the man becomes jealous of their growing relationship. He tries to sabotage their feelings for each other but soon realizes that he cannot control the girl's heart.
The film explores themes of love, jealousy, and the power dynamics between the two men and the girl. It also delves into the characters' belief in divination as a way to determine their future and the role it plays in their lives.
As the story unfolds, the tension between the three characters reaches a breaking point, leading to a surprising and emotional climax. The film received critical acclaim for its unique storytelling and masterful direction by Kim Ki-duk.
