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Transgression (1974)

5.519741h 52mKO
Drama

Directed by Kim Ki-young

Rating

5.5/10

Runtime

1h 52m

Language

KO

Release

November 9, 1974

Director

Kim Ki-young

Overview

Chim-Ae, an orphan, is saved by an old monk of Seo San Temple, Mu Bul Dang while he is wandering in war fires. Then he enters the priesthood and trains himself a mountaineering asceticism. When he becomes an eminent young priest, the last trial to receive the mantle of the preceding abbot applies on...

Cast

Im Ye-jin

Im Ye-jin

Kim Byeong-hak

Kim Byeong-hak

Jung Han-hun

Jung Han-hun

Choi Bool-am

Choi Bool-am

Park Byeong-ho

Park Byeong-ho

Jo Jae-seong

Jo Jae-seong

Lee Hwa-si

Lee Hwa-si

Shin Gu

Shin Gu

Son Young-soon

Son Young-soon

Im Yeong-gyu

Im Yeong-gyu

Park Il

Park Il

Choi Sam

Choi Sam

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Transgression (1974), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Chim-Ae, an orphan, is saved by an old monk of Seo San Temple, Mu Bul Dang while he is wandering in war fires. Then he enters the priesthood and trains himself a mountaineering asceticism. When he becomes an eminent young priest, the last trial to receive the mantle of the preceding abbot applies on him. The old monk sends the fairest of the fair, Myo-Hyang of cottage Ni Am to Chim-Ae to form a connection with her. But Chim-Ae quickly removes his earthly desires towards woman and goes through this hardship by fasting meditation. However the old monk recognizes that love sprouted between two youngsters and shows Chim-Ae the face of transgression which he mentally violated without hesitation to make Chim-Ae and Myo-Hyang go back to mundane existence.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

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

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

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

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