The Story of Hong Gil-dong

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Released January 21, 1967

Overview

The illegitimate son of a nobleman, banished from his family due to the predictions of a fake prophecy, witnesses firsthand the injustices of society. Along with his sidekick, Chadol Bawi, he defeats a corrupt magistrate and returns stolen money to the poor. But when the magistrate brings in more forces, Hong Gil-dong must retreat to the mountains and train under a wise wizard. His sanity is put to the test through vigorous training, but years later he emerges to rally the local rebels in an attempt to unseat the corrupt aristocrats. However, with the magistrate having grown even more powerful, will Hong Gil-dong and his band of merry men be able to save his father and all of Korea?

Runtime

1h 7m


Origin Country

South Korea


Original Language

Korean


Original Title

홍길동


Status

Released


Production Countries

  • South Korea

Spoken Languages

  • 한국어/조선말 (Korean)

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    The Century

    South Korea

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