Great Monk Wonhyo

Great Monk Wonhyo

10.0IMDb Score
Released:1962-02-15
Duration:125 min
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Director:Jang Il-ho
Actors:Choi Mu-ryong, Kim Ji-mi, Moon Jeong-suk, Jo Mi-ryeong, Lee Min-ja
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Overview:

After losing his best friend in a fierce battle against Baekje in the first year of Queen Jindeok's reign, Hwarang Won-hyo questions life and death and becomes a monk. Despite being courted by countless women, from Queen Jindeok to Princess Yoseok, Sammo, and Asaga, Won-hyo resists all temptations. Until one day, when he is moved by Princess Yoseok's desperate prayers, he wanders the streets, feeling guilty for his disloyal behavior.

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