Heung-boo: The Revolutionist
Watch TrailerDuring a time of poverty and despair in the Joseon Dynasty of Korea, a satirical street play that pokes fun at the ruling class while giving a prophecy of ‘a new leader to save the world’ becomes immensely popular among the people. The author of the fable, Heung-boo, subsequently gains fame around the country and is sought after by both the oppressive political power and the rebellion leader who want to use his name and talent for their differing agendas.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | 흥부: 글로 세상을 바꾼 자 |
| Year | 2018 |
| Country | South Korea |
| Genre | Drama |
| Director | Cho Keun-hyun |
| Runtime | 105 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.1/10 (7 votes) |
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The film constructs a tense historical thriller that explores the dangerous power of satire in a repressed society. It relies on the classic tale of an artist caught between opposing forces, examining how words can transform from entertainment into a revolutionary weapon.
What lingers after the credits is a sharp meditation on the artist's role as both a voice for the people and a pawn in larger games of power. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Cho Keun-hyun
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