Cinematography: Jung Il-sung

Direction Im Kwon-taek

Cast Kim Myung-gon · Jung-hae Oh · Kyu-chul Kim · Sae-kil Shin

Direction Im Kwon-taek

Cast Choi Min-sik · Ahn Sung-Kee · Ho-jeong Yu · Kim Yeo-jin

Synopsis Painted Fire (2002) delves into the life of a Korean artist grappling with his cultural heritage, political beliefs, and artistic expression amidst the chaotic political transformations of late 19th Century Korea. The narrative explores the painter's journey as he navigates...

Direction Im Kwon-taek

Cast Lee Hyo-jeong · Cho Seung-woo · Kim Sung-nyu · Kim Hak-young

Direction Kim Ki-young

Cast Lee Hwa-shi · Kim Jeong-cheol · Choi Yun-Seok · Mi-hye Kwon

Synopsis Io Island (1977) follows the journey of a forward-thinking entrepreneur who is eager to transform a pristine island into a bustling tourist destination. Driven by ambition, the investor embarks on a quest to uncover the secrets behind the enigmatic legends...

Direction Kim Ki-young

Cast Youn Yuh-jung · Nam Kung-won · Jeon Gye-hyeon · Choi Mu-ryong

Synopsis Fire Woman (1971) presents a unique twist on Kim Ki-young's renowned film "The Housemaid" (1960). The narrative revolves around a composer and his spouse, who reside on a tranquil chicken farm. Their peaceful existence is disrupted when a mysterious and...

Direction Kim Ki-young

Cast Nam Kung-won · Youn Yuh-jung · Jeon Gye-hyeon · Baek Hwang

Synopsis The Insect Woman (1972) follows the journey of a young schoolgirl whose life takes a dramatic turn when her mother forces her into a life of prostitution as a bar hostess. The girl's transformation from innocence to a world of...

Direction Im Kwon-taek

Cast Jo Hyeon-jae · Jung-hae Oh · Seung-eun Oh · Ryu Seung-ryong

Direction Im Kwon-taek

Cast Ahn Sung-Kee · Bang Eun-jin · Choi Dong-Joon · Jeong Seon-kyeong

Synopsis Taebak Mountains (1994) unfolds the dramatic tale of a small Korean town on the brink of war. Set between 1948 and 1950 in the southwestern Korean town of Bulkyo, the narrative revolves around four key figures: Bumwoo, a moderate anti-Communist;...

Direction Byeon Jang-ho

Cast Myeong-Gil Choi · Lee Young-ha · Han-Yong Jeong · Tae Hyeon-shil

Synopsis Honeymoon (1989) follows a collective of youthful advocates dedicated to political change as they navigate the complexities of living and working together. The film delves into their shared struggles, triumphs, and the bonds they form while striving for a common...

Direction Lee Seong-gu

Cast Bark Yae-Sook · Heo Jang-kang · Choe Mu-Ung · Deok-Cheol Go

Synopsis Seven People in the Cellar (1969) follows the harrowing tale of Father An, who finds himself trapped in a basement by retreating North Korean soldiers during the Korean War (1950-1953). The soldiers, seeking refuge, take Father An hostage and attempt...

Direction Kim Soo-yong

Cast Eri Ishida · Kir Yong-u · Li Zhun · Akiko Kazami

Direction Im Kwon-taek

Cast Lee Duk-wha · Lee Hye-yeong · Lee Seok-gu · Kim Myung-gon

Synopsis Fly High Run Far - Kae Byok (1991) centers around the life of Choe Si-hyeong, a pivotal figure in the Donghak Peasant Revolution that took place in late 19th-century Korea. The narrative delves into his leadership and the significant impact...

Direction Chang Kil-Soo

Cast Shim Hye-jin · Lee Young-ha · Yang Mi-kyeong · Ahn Suk-hwan

Synopsis Paradise Lost (1998) follows the intense and forbidden romance between two individuals who find themselves deeply in love. The twist in their tale is that both are already committed to other partners, leading to a complex web of emotions and...

Direction Im Kwon-taek

Cast Cho Seung-woo · Kim Gyu-ri · Hak-jun Kim · Ha-jun You

Direction Im Kwon-taek

Cast Park Geun-hyeong · Jin Yu-yeong · Gu-sun Lee · Kim Beom-ki

Direction Im Kwon-taek

Cast Shin Hye-Soo · Ji-il Han · Lee Kyung-young · Kim Ji-yeong

Direction Im Kwon-taek

Cast Park Sang-min · Shin Hyeon-jun · Il-jae Lee · Bang Eun-hee

Direction Ji-kyoon Kwak

Cast Ko Du-shim · Park Sang-min · Lee Ho-jae · Yun So-jeong

Synopsis A Woman Who Won't Divorce (1992) follows the story of a woman trapped in an unhappy marriage who, after saving the life of a young violinist, finds herself grappling with unexpected emotions. As she struggles to resist the blossoming feelings,...

Direction Kim Soo-yong

Cast Kim Ho-jung · Lee Jung-hyun · Lee Se-chang

Synopsis Scent of Love (2000) follows the journey of a young writer who has recently returned from military service. Upon receiving news of the passing of an old flame, he decides to visit the serene lake where they once shared precious...

Direction Lee Doo-yong

Cast Kim Il-hae · Hwang Jung-seun · Kim Hee-ra · Shin Sung-il

Synopsis First Son (1985) follows a family uprooted from their home due to the impending construction of a new dam that will submerge their village. The eldest sibling takes on the responsibility of securing a new residence and funds to build...