
The Island
섬
Synopsis
The movie starts as a "film inside a film", that shows the clash between a father and his two sons. While the older one, Hong-jun, tries to understand and get closer to his dad, because of a past mistake, the younger one, Man-ho, wanders aimlessly, incapable of accepting or comprehending his actions. As time passes, Hong-jun notices that the story he is filming mirrors his brother's reality.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Park Kwang-su
- Original Title
- 섬
- Country of Origin
- South Korea
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 25m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Park Kwang-su
Department Leadership Roster
Park Kwang-su
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Island
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Island about?
The movie starts as a "film inside a film", that shows the clash between a father and his two sons. While the older one, Hong-jun, tries to understand and get closer to his dad, because of a past mistake, the younger one, Man-ho, wanders aimlessly, incapable of accepting or comprehending his actions. As time passes, Hong-jun notices that the story he is filming mirrors his brother's reality.
Who directed The Island?
The Island was directed by Park Kwang-su.
Who stars in The Island?
The principal cast of The Island includes Not specified.
When was The Island released and how long is it?
The Island was released in 1981 with a total runtime of 25m.
