The greatest map in Korean history is brought to the screen.

This film is about the true life of the great Kim Jeong-ho – the father of the masterpiece map of Korea. He spent 27 years tirelessly traversing the entire length of the country, dedicating himself wholeheartedly to it, overcoming countless difficulties and challenges, even facing accusations of treason, in order to complete this magnificent map. The film opens with vivid and distinctive scenes from all regions of Korea, and above all, tells the story of Kim Jeong-ho – revealing previously unrecorded aspects of this great man.

The film showcases the majestic natural landscapes of Korea and the tumultuous life of Gosanja Kim Jeong-ho. It also marks a fateful encounter between director Kang Woo-seok, a prominent figure in Korean cinema, and the talented actor Cha Seung-won.

The official trailer revealed the story of Kim Jeong-ho's life until the creation of the greatest map, for the people. The trailer begins with Kim Jeong-ho asserting his resolute will, "My dream is to create a perfect map"; it also adds drama to the film with the king's line, "The map belongs to the nation." Kim Jeong-ho continuously opposes characters and forces who want to use the map to seize power, his unwavering statement, "The path knows no distinction between social status and wealth," further increasing audience anticipation for the film. The final scene, with its breathtakingly majestic natural scenery, requires no special effects and leaves viewers in awe.

The official poster for the film focuses on the image of the greatest map of Joseon, along with woodblock prints and a pensive Kim Jeong-ho. Viewers will further admire the talent and heart of this man when they carefully observe the masterpiece he created with his own blood and tears.

The Thanh