The strict but dedicated commander of the vessel.
Director Kim Hak-sun utilized 3D technology (supported by a grant from the SK Arts Council) to create an immersive experience of the chaotic maritime combat.
The film became a major commercial success in South Korea, resonating deeply with audiences for its emotional portrayal of the young sailors' sacrifices.
A devoted helmsman and shipmate.
After facing funding difficulties when original investors backed out, the film was completed largely through crowdfunding from the South Korean public, who viewed the subject as a patriotic tribute.