Movie Description
Chunhyang is a 2000 South Korean romantic drama film directed by Im Kwon-taek. This critically acclaimed film retells one of Korea's most beloved folk tales. Set in the 18th century, the film portrays the forbidden love between Chunhyang, the daughter of a courtesan, and Mongryong, the son of a provincial governor. When Mongryong is compelled to leave for his studies, their secret marriage is discovered, leading Chunhyang to face harsh punishment. The story is presented through Pansori, a traditional Korean style of narrative song, which adds a unique lyrical quality to the storytelling. Im Kwon-taek's adaptation captures the timeless themes of love and social class.
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Copyright Info: This movie is legally distributed through the YouTube channel Korean Classic Film. Check out more free movies distributed by the Korean Film Archive available on the Korean Classic Film YouTube Channel.