The Sword with No Name

The Sword with No Name

An eternal flame of love behind the history.

Directed by Kim Yong-gyun

Produced by Sidus, Michigan Venture Capital

2009124 min6.1 / 10

A melancholic historical romance set against Japanese invasion and palace intrigue, centered on a forbidden love between a commoner and a woman destined for the throne.

Mu Myeong is a Joseon dynasty headhunter who meets and falls in love with lady Ja Yeong who will become the future Empress Myseongseong. A few years later, Ja Yeong enters the royal palace to marry King Gojong. Mu Myeong still having feelings for Ja Yeong and in an attempt to get closer to her becomes her personal body guard.

Questions people ask

  • Is The Sword with No Name sad? Yes. More sad than 88% of films.

  • Is The Sword with No Name scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 61% of films.

  • Is The Sword with No Name violent? Somewhat. More violent than 59% of films.

  • Is The Sword with No Name easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

  • Does The Sword with No Name end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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Rarity50

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Surprise20

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Love25

How much audiences actually like it

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