The Yellow Sea

The Yellow Sea is a relentless and brutal film, primarily eliciting intense emotional responses. The audience's dominant emotions are **Anxiety** and **Excitement**, driven by the protagonist's constant peril, the relentless pursuit by police and mob, and the numerous violent confrontations and car chases. **Anticipation** is high as viewers are kept on edge, constantly wondering about his survival and the outcome of his search for his wife. A profound sense of **Sadness** and **Empathy** emerges from the protagonist's desperate situation, his crushing debt, and the tragic, bleak nature of his journey. **Anger** and a feeling of being **Disturbing** stem from the film's brutal violence, the ruthless criminal underworld, and the betrayals he faces. **Fear** is palpable as the protagonist's life is continuously threatened, and **Surprise** from the unexpected plot twists and sudden bursts of action. Underlying these intense emotions is a pervasive **Melancholy**, reflecting the grim and hopeless reality of his existence.