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The Three-Day Reign
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The Three-Day Reign

1973-02-15 · 132 min · Not rated

Drama

During the last days of the Yi dynasty, conflict arises between the China-leaning conservatives, and the Western-learning and Japan-leaning reformers over how to rule Korea in the future. The reformer Kim Okgyun helps persuade the king to announce Korea's independence, breaking with China. When a conservative agent informs China, Chinese troops enter Korea and end the reign of independence after three days.

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Directors
Shin Sang-ok
Production companies
Anyang Films
Countries
South Korea
Status
Released

Top Cast

Shin Young-kyunShin Young-kyun
Shin Seong-ilShin Seong-il
Yoon Jeong-heeYoon Jeong-hee
Park Nou-sikPark Nou-sik
Namkoong WonNamkoong Won

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