Burying Old Alive (1963): cast, story & where to watch
1963 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1963, Burying Old Alive is a drama film directed by Kim Ki-young, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s 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’s in it. Burying Old Alive stars Kim Jin-kyu, Ju Jeung-nyeo, Ju Jeung-ryu and Kim Bo-ae, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Burying Old Alive has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Burying Old Alive page.
If you liked it. Fans of Burying Old Alive tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Burying Old Alive (1963)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Burying Old Alive change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Burying Old Alive worth watching?
- Burying Old Alive holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Burying Old Alive?
- Burying Old Alive stars Kim Jin-kyu, Ju Jeung-nyeo, Ju Jeung-ryu, Kim Bo-ae and Kim Dong-won.
- When was Burying Old Alive released?
- Burying Old Alive was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.