수탉 (1990): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

Released in 1990, 수탉 is a drama film directed by Shin Seung-soo, running about 109 minutes.

What it’s about. Doo-chil, a 46 Year old small poultry farm owner, is the head of the family, yet with no authority rather intimidated by aggressive wife, mother-in-law, and three daughters. One day, Doo-chil makes delivery of chickens to a slaughter house and meets Ok-ja who works there as an accountant. Ok-ja prostitutes at night at motels and barbershops to support her family and pay for her brother's education. Doo-chil goes out for a drink with Duk-bae, the egg seller, who tries to persuade Doo-chil into marrying his daughter and later they end up at a high class barbershop where he runs into Ok-ja. He is disappointed, but since then, feeling compassion toward her, he approaches Ok-ja. Ok-ja's mind also gradually slants toward him, moved by his honesty and sincerity. One day, upon arrival at a beach about dawn, two of them witness the dazzling sunrise over the horizon and realize the beginning of their passionate relationship.

Who’s in it. 수탉 stars Kim In-mun, Choi Yu-ra, Kim Hee-ra and Kim Ae-kyung, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch 수탉 page.

If you liked it. Fans of 수탉 tend to enjoy Die Verurteilten, Der Pate, Schindlers Liste and Der Pate - Teil II.