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Genealogy (1979)

5.7 β˜…19791h 47mKO
Drama

Directed by Im Kwon-taek

Rating

5.7/10

Runtime

1h 47m

Language

KO

Release

September 14, 1979

Director

Im Kwon-taek

Overview

During the Japanese occupation of South Korea, a Japanese bureaucrat is ordered to persuade an influential Korean patriarch into obeying the law of changing his Korean surname to a Japanese one.

Cast

Ju Seon-tae

Ju Seon-tae

Sol Jin-young

Hah Myung-joong

Hah Myung-joong

Tani

Han Hye-suk

Han Hye-suk

Ok-sun

Choi Nam-hyun

Choi Nam-hyun

Kim Shin-jae

Kim Shin-jae

Yoon Yang-ha

Yoon Yang-ha

Ju Sang-ho

Ju Sang-ho

Kim Seok-hun

Kim Seok-hun

Dokgo Sung

Dokgo Sung

Lee Hyang

Lee Hyang

Kim Ki-beom

Kim Ki-beom

Choe Jae-ho

Choe Jae-ho

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Genealogy (1979), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

During the Japanese occupation of South Korea, a Japanese bureaucrat is ordered to persuade an influential Korean patriarch into obeying the law of changing his Korean surname to a Japanese one.

πŸ›‘ Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Genealogy. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

πŸ† Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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