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Gabi: Russian Coffee

2012 · 115 min Drama
6.3 / 10 · TMDB

Set towards the end of the 19th century, when coffee was first introduced to Korea, Russian sharpshooter Illichi and Joseon's first barista Danya are manipulated by Japanese officer Sadako into an elaborate plan to assassinate King Gojong.

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Original Title 가비
Year 2012
Country South Korea
Genre Drama
Director Chang Youn-hyun
Runtime 115 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.3/10 (9 votes)

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Director Jang Yun-jeong constructs a tense narrative that relies on the uneasy alliance between a Russian sniper and a Korean barista. The film explores manipulation and personal agency within a volatile historical moment.

What lingers after the final scene is a profound sense of melancholy for connections forged under false pretenses. The political thriller elements are seamlessly woven into a character-driven drama about compromised ideals. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Chang Youn-hyun

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