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Heartlessness

March 15, 1939

Originally released in 1939. Heartlessness is a drama film. directed by Ki-chae Park.

Starring Han Eun-jin, Nam-yong Choi, and Kim Il-hae

Synopsis

Based on the novel of the same title by Kwang-Soo Lee (Yi Kwang-su), published in 'Maeil Shinbo' in 1917. The plot is based on the relationship of three young people - English teacher Hyeong-sik Lee, dancer Young-chae Park and Hyun-soo Kim, the daughter of a wealthy presbyter. Left an orphan in early childhood, Hyeong-sik was brought up in the house of Master Park. From childhood, Park predicted his daughter Young-chae as Hyeong-sik's wife. Master Park was a patriot, and when the Japanese invaders came to power, he was illegally convicted and imprisoned. His daughter Young-chae became a kisaeng to earn money to send packages to the prison. At this time, Hyeong-sik and Young-chae are moving away from each other, and Hyun-soo appears in the life of Hyeong-sik, whom he fell in love with and is going to marry her.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 15, 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

  • Chosun Kinema

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Heartlessness about?

Based on the novel of the same title by Kwang-Soo Lee (Yi Kwang-su), published in 'Maeil Shinbo' in 1917. The plot is based on the relationship of three young people - English teacher Hyeong-sik Le...

Who directed Heartlessness?

Heartlessness was directed by Ki-chae Park.

When was Heartlessness released?

Heartlessness was released on March 15, 1939 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Heartlessness?

The main cast of Heartlessness includes Han Eun-jin, Nam-yong Choi, Kim Il-hae, Kim Shin-jae, Baek-su Lee.