A young medic whose perspective often grounds the emotional core of the story. Production and Impact

The strict but dedicated commander of the vessel.

While most of South Korea was swept up in the excitement of co-hosting the , a deadly naval clash broke out near the Northern Limit Line (NLL), the maritime border in the Yellow Sea. Two North Korean patrol boats crossed the line and launched a surprise attack on South Korean vessels, specifically targeting the gunboat Chamsuri 357 . Plot and Characters

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.

A devoted helmsman and shipmate.

The film spends its first half developing the camaraderie and personal lives of the crew on the Chamsuri 357 before transitioning into a visceral, real-time depiction of the battle. Key figures include: