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Released
1986 · FILM

Life Line

Only gods who understand the workings of nature would know the fate of the island

Directed by
Runtime
105 min
Language
KO
Drama

Synopsis

In 1921, while Korea suffers under the japanese colonial rule, wealthy Choi, owner of a small fishing fleet, dominates the economy of remote Nak-wol Island and rules over it like a tyrant. When his overfishing depletes the catches, Choi blames the water spirits which angers the local shaman. To earn more money, Choi becomes a loan shark, driving the villagers deep in debt. One resident, Jong-cheon, decides that he has had enough and starts to organize a rebellion.

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Principal cast & crew: 11

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Craft leads on file

Edited by Dong Chun HyeonShot by Il Seong JeonScored by Yeong Dong Kim

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