A Frozen Flower

Set in the late Goryeo era amid Yuan dynasty influence, the court relies on strategic marriages to secure legitimacy. The period is defined by strict etiquette, secret liaisons, and brutal enforcement of royal protocol. Succession anxieties and dynastic politics drive the narrative as rulers balance power with personal risk.

The story unfolds primarily inside the Goryeo royal palace, the center of court life with grand halls, secret libraries, and watchful corridors. The palace represents the arena where power, duty, and desire collide under rigid rules. The surrounding capital provides a backdrop of political maneuvering as dynastic succession looms over everyone.

💔 Forbidden Love

A clandestine romance forms between Hong-rim and the Queen, challenging the King’s orders and the rigid codes of the court. Their passion grows despite the danger, transforming private affection into a force that threatens the throne. The lovers’ willingness to risk everything drives the tragedy at the heart of the film.

🏛️ Power and Politics

The palace is a crucible where authority, loyalty, and political strategy collide. The King uses every tool at his disposal to secure an heir, while court factions maneuver to protect or overturn loyalties. The pregnancy, accusations, and punishments reveal how dynastic concerns override personal bonds.

🗡️ Jealousy and Revenge

Jealousy tightens the King’s grip as suspicion of infidelity leads to drastic actions, including punishment and assassination. The memory of love shapes choices, fueling a cycle of betrayal and vengeance. The climax intensifies as each character confronts what they are willing to lose for power and love.