A Resistance (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 8.1
Released in 2019, A Resistance is a drama and history film directed by Joe Min-ho.
What it’s about. During Japanese colonial rule, YU Gwan-sun is imprisoned for starting the March 1 Movement, a peaceful protest for Korea’s independence. Undaunted, YU unites her fellow inmates to resist Japan. The Japanese security chief senses the resistance, entices an inmate to find out YU Gwan-sun is behind it, then tortures her. Later, Gwan-sun pretends to obey the Japanese while secretly planning another independence protest. This movement spreads beyond prison to the streets, and YU is subjected to merciless torture again. Though she dies two days before she is set to be released, her spirit is more liberated and free than ever.
Who’s in it. A Resistance stars Go Ah-sung as Yu Gwan-sun, Kim Sae-byuk as Kim Hyang-hwa, Kim Yae-eun as Kwon Ae-ra and Jeong Ha-dam as Lee Ok-e, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.1/10, A Resistance sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Resistance page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Resistance tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Resistance (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Resistance change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Resistance worth watching?
- A Resistance holds an audience score of 8.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in A Resistance?
- A Resistance stars Go Ah-sung, Kim Sae-byuk, Kim Yae-eun, Jeong Ha-dam and Ryu Kyung-soo.
- When was A Resistance released?
- A Resistance was released in 2019.