The Emperor
황제
Synopsis
Early one morning in Gangnam, three grim-faced individuals get into a black van. They will face their final moments in life in a secluded countryside motel. In the hushed silence of the motel room, the three are set to spend their farewell night, telling his or her life story to the others.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Busan International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Min Byung-hun, Lee Sang-hun
- Screenplay & Story
- Min Byung-hun
- Original Score
- Kim Myung-hwan
- Original Title
- 황제
- Country of Origin
- South Korea
- Spoken Languages
- Korean
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- MIN Byung-hun Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Min Byung-hun, Lee Sang-hun
Min Byung-hun
Kim Myung-hwan
Lee Sang-hun
Lee Sang-hun
Department Leadership Roster
Min Byung-hun
Director
Lee Sang-hun
Director
Min Byung-hun
Writer
Lee Sang-hun
Director of Photography
Lee Sang-hun
Editor
Kim Myung-hwan
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Emperor
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Emperor about?
Early one morning in Gangnam, three grim-faced individuals get into a black van. They will face their final moments in life in a secluded countryside motel. In the hushed silence of the motel room, the three are set to spend their farewell night, telling his or her life story to the others.
Who directed The Emperor?
The Emperor was directed by Min Byung-hun, Lee Sang-hun.
Who stars in The Emperor?
The principal cast of The Emperor includes Kim Sun-wook, Seo Jang-won, Park Ga-young, Kim Bit-sae-nal, Hong Yi-joo.
When was The Emperor released and how long is it?
The Emperor was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
Who composed the musical score for The Emperor?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Emperor was composed by Kim Myung-hwan.