Hwang Jin Yi (1986)
Original title: 황진이
Hwang Jin Yi is a 1986 Korean-language romance movie directed by Bae Chang-ho, with a running time of 2h 5m. It stars Chang Mi-hee, Shin Il-ryong and Ahn Sung-ki.
Magistrate Hwang's daughter Jin-yi, is jilted before her wedding because a shoe maker was smitten with her and commits suicide. Jin-yi becomes a courtesan, and becomes famous for her wits and beauty. She falls for Byuk Kye-su, but he's chosen to be an envoy to a far off kingdom. When he leaves she feels so betrayed she takes to a life of wandering. She meets Lee Saeng, a destitute scholar, and stays with him until she discovers he's going to sell her to a group of itinerate clowns. Instead, she joins them willingly.
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What is Hwang Jin Yi about?
Magistrate Hwang's daughter Jin-yi, is jilted before her wedding because a shoe maker was smitten with her and commits suicide. Jin-yi becomes a courtesan, and becomes famous for her wits and beauty. She falls for Byuk Kye-su, but he's chosen to be an envoy to a far off kingdom. When he leaves she feels so betrayed she takes to a life of wandering. She meets Lee Saeng, a destitute scholar, and stays with him until she discovers he's going to sell her to a group of itinerate clowns. Instead, she joins them willingly.
When was Hwang Jin Yi released?
Hwang Jin Yi was released on 18 September 1986.
How long is Hwang Jin Yi?
Hwang Jin Yi runs 2h 5m.
Who made Hwang Jin Yi?
Hwang Jin Yi was directed by Bae Chang-ho.