Ancient Korea, July 4, 1762. The Crown Prince Hyojang, posthumously named Sado, son of King Yeongjo of Joseon, is accused of treason. Thus, the king asks him to commit suicide, but his closest vassals prevent it, so the king orders the prince to get inside a wooden rice chest, where he suffers deprivation of food and water.
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🔍 Search on JustWatch →The film lives at the rhythm of everyday life — and that's its strength. No cinema about 'big events,' just about how people live, make mistakes, and understand themselves.
Worth watching for the performances and the sincerity. If you're waiting for events — there aren't many. If you're waiting for feeling — it's there.
For those looking for film about people, not events. If you need action — look elsewhere.
Director: Lee Joon-ik
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Viewing atmosphere: When you're in the mood for a conversation about life. With a partner or friend you can trust.
Yoo Ah-in
Crown Prince Sado
Song Kang-ho
King Yeongjo
Lee Hyo-je
Young Jeongjo
So Ji-sub
Adult King Jeongjo
Moon Geun-young
Lady Hye Gyeong-gung
Jeon Hye-jin
Royal Consort Yeong-bin
Kim Hae-sook
Queen In-won
Park Won-sang
Hong Bong-han
Jin Ji-hee
Princess Hwa-wan
Seo Yea-ji
Queen Jung-soon
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