JeonWooChi

Jeon Woo Chi is a 2009 fantasy action film directed by Choi Dong-hoon. When people who have already watched a lot of newly developed editing technologies such as 3D effects in films, they might not be satisfied nor amazed by its awkward use of technology. However, considering the fact that it was released in 2009, I conclude that JeonWoochi is a brilliantly constructed film. This move was the first to depict a classic Korean hero as a charming figure fit for the 21^st century. Its main characters were based on the Korean heroic classic Jeonuchiljeon, and in this film, the setting jumps ahead to the modern era. JeonWoochi is an immature wizard who spends his time looking for a magical mirror and bronze dagger, and his Joseon era world collapses when his master is murdered by the most powerful goblin, Hwadam. His revenge then actually takes place in the present. Thus, the part in Joseon Dynasty felt like the original story of a super hero, while the second part of the movie set in the present was said to be the hero’s first adventure. Even if the story line is simple and easy to follow, each character is quite fun and fresh. All wizards in this movie can disappear or copy themselves using a talisman, move through time and space, and leap long distances in a snap.  Although the director challenged himself to portray these movements in an effective way, unfortunately, its editing looked unbalanced and choppy, and the ‘fade’ editing effect was awkwardly used. Still the clumsy editing did not really damage the overall effect of the film.  Using fancy wire action, standard CG, good sets and a car chase, it successfully blended Korean folklore, comedy and action which made for a truly entertaining, engaging experience. This movie was overall light, easy on the eyes and brain.