What is Korea?
Korea is a film first released in 1996. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1996
- Release date
- Jan 5, 1996
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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Should you watch it?
“Old hatreds threaten young love in 1950s rural Ireland.”
- powerful story
- modern romeo and juliet tale
- feuds and tragedy
Watch it if you enjoy dramatic stories of romance and feuds set in rural Ireland.
The film deals with themes of war, emigration, and tragic feuds.
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When was Korea released?
The film was released in 1996.
Where is the film set?
It is set in 1950s rural Ireland.
Who directed the film?
It was directed by Cathal Black.
What is the story based on?
The film is based on a short story by John McGahern.
What is the central conflict?
John Doyle's feud with Ben Moran resurfaces amid emigration and war, threatening the romance between Eamon and Una Moran.