“Three hundred divided into two, when five are lost, the flames shall consume the heavens.”
Hidden for centuries, the secret sect Haedong Order faces its darkest hour. Its 145th Grand Master performs a forbidden ritual, sacrificing his life in an attempt to control absolute evil — unleashing chaos upon the world.
To stop the coming apocalypse, the sect’s five guardians set out to find allies who can resist the growing darkness. Among them are:
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Park Yoon-gyu, an exiled priest who lost his faith but still believes in salvation.
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Hyun-am, a martial artist who joined the secret order seeking ultimate power.
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Jun-ho, a young man prophesied to change the fate of the world.
Together, they must confront a conspiracy that threatens to destroy not just the world — but the balance between light and darkness itself.
In a battle that spans temples, sacred mountains, and forgotten dimensions, faith, friendship, and sacrifice collide in a desperate struggle for humanity’s survival.
(Based on KBS World and the original novel “Toemarok” by Lee Woo-hyuk.)
💀 Notable Features
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Adaptation of the cult-classic Korean novel “Toemarok” (퇴마록), a cornerstone of Korean dark fantasy.
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First major Korean exorcism-themed animated film with a cinematic production scale.
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Combines religious mythology, martial arts fantasy, and psychological horror.
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Known for cinematic visuals, complex character arcs, and spiritual undertones inspired by East Asian demonology.
📊 Reception (Early Reviews)
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⭐ Annecy 2024 Premiere: Well-received for animation quality and faithful tone.
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🇰🇷 Korean Audience Response: Mixed to positive — praised for nostalgia and visuals, criticized for compressed pacing.
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🎥 Critics’ Consensus: “A bold resurrection of a Korean legend that balances horror and spiritual drama in equal measure.”
