Goryeojang
고려장
Synopsis
Prior to the adoption of Confucianism, it was the tradition to abandon one's parents on a mountainside if they were over 70 years of age. In the ancient kingdom of Goryeo, now modern Korea, a nobleman defies this tradition when he refuses to leave his mother to starve to death.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kim Ki-young
- Screenplay & Story
- Kim Ki-young
- Original Score
- Sang-gi Han
- Original Title
- 고려장
- Country of Origin
- South Korea
- Spoken Languages
- Korean
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Production Studios
- Korea Art Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kim Ki-young
Kim Ki-young
Sang-gi Han
Kim Deok-jin, Ahn Sang-il
Kim Ki-young
Kim Ki-young
Department Leadership Roster
Kim Ki-young
Writer
Kim Ki-young
Director
Kim Deok-jin
Director of Photography
Sang-gi Han
Original Music Composer
Kim Ki-young
Editor
Kim Ki-young
Producer
Park Seok-in
Production Design
Hyun-Gyun Kim
Production Design
Ahn Sang-il
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Goryeojang
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Goryeojang about?
Prior to the adoption of Confucianism, it was the tradition to abandon one's parents on a mountainside if they were over 70 years of age. In the ancient kingdom of Goryeo, now modern Korea, a nobleman defies this tradition when he refuses to leave his mother to starve to death.
Who directed Goryeojang?
Goryeojang was directed by Kim Ki-young.
Who stars in Goryeojang?
The principal cast of Goryeojang includes Kim Jin-kyu, Ju Jeung-nyeo, Kim Bo-ae, Kim Dong-won, Lee Yea-chun.
When was Goryeojang released and how long is it?
Goryeojang was released in 1963 with a total runtime of 1h 50m.
Who composed the musical score for Goryeojang?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Goryeojang was composed by Sang-gi Han.