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1247

August 13, 2021 1h 25m

Released 5 years ago in 2021. 1247 is a music/documentary film. directed by Song Woo-jin. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Jung Ae-ri, Kihwa, and Jubora

Synopsis

A sanjo gayageum has twelve strings while a harp has forty-seven. Gayageum musician Joo Bora and harpist Lee Gihwa form a duo with the aim of bridging East and West through the two traditional string instruments. In the wake of COVID-19, they prepare for their first performance together, taking a step closer to each other and gaining a deeper understanding of the differences between their musical instruments. They learn to appreciate emptiness, and then interpret it through the act of artistic giving.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 13, 2021 4 years ago
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Runtime 1h 25m 85 minutes total
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Language Korean Original language
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Country South Korea Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
KO

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 1247 about?

A sanjo gayageum has twelve strings while a harp has forty-seven. Gayageum musician Joo Bora and harpist Lee Gihwa form a duo with the aim of bridging East and West through the two traditional stri...

Who directed 1247?

1247 was directed by Song Woo-jin.

How long is 1247?

1247 has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).

When was 1247 released?

1247 was released on August 13, 2021 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in 1247?

The main cast of 1247 includes Jung Ae-ri, Kihwa, Jubora.