Alter for a Tutelary Deity movie poster

Alter for a Tutelary Deity

September 25, 1939

Originally released in 1939. Alter for a Tutelary Deity is a drama film. directed by Baek Un-haeng.

Starring Sun-yeong Hyeon, Choi Woon-bong, and Jeon Taek-yi

Synopsis

A couple lived in the mountains of Dume who were grilling charcoal. Although it was a poor life, Hyun-bo (Choi Woon-bong) was happy whenever he saw his wife (Hyun Soon-young). Her wife had a small dream to try on a pair of white rubber shoes. Her husband buys her rubber shoes by selling charcoal to the marketplace to please her wife. At that time, the forest supervisor (Jeon Taek-i) sees her beautiful Hyun Soon-young and tries to rape her. Hyeon-bo, who witnessed the scene, kills the forest supervisor with an axe. Looking at her husband's back as she was being dragged away by the police, Soon-young's long-awaited white rubber shoes were in her hands.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 25, 1939 86 years ago
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Language Korean Original language
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Country South Korea Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
KO

Production Companies

  • Banddo Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Alter for a Tutelary Deity about?

A couple lived in the mountains of Dume who were grilling charcoal. Although it was a poor life, Hyun-bo (Choi Woon-bong) was happy whenever he saw his wife (Hyun Soon-young). Her wife had a small ...

Who directed Alter for a Tutelary Deity?

Alter for a Tutelary Deity was directed by Baek Un-haeng.

When was Alter for a Tutelary Deity released?

Alter for a Tutelary Deity was released on September 25, 1939 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Alter for a Tutelary Deity?

The main cast of Alter for a Tutelary Deity includes Sun-yeong Hyeon, Choi Woon-bong, Jeon Taek-yi, Baek-su Lee, Ji-man Ha.