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The Great Monk Seo San (1972)

Original title: 서산대사

1972-12-22 · 1h 30m · KO
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In 1581, the monk Seo-san predicts that the Japanese are planning an invasion of Korea. He goes to the king, suggesting that the kingdom build a stronger army, but he is thrown out of court. He begins training three pupils in martial arts, but rumors reach the king that Seo-san is training an army. The king sends his soldiers to have the monk arrested

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Jeon Jo-myeongDirectorKim Ha-limWriter

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Kim Jin-kyuKim Jin-kyuPark AmPark AmYoon Yang-haYoon Yang-haChoi Seong-hoChoi Seong-hoSun-bok KimSun-bok KimDeok-seong JoDeok-seong JoChoi SamChoi SamLee Ye-seongLee Ye-seongBang Su-ilBang Su-il

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What is The Great Monk Seo San about?

In 1581, the monk Seo-san predicts that the Japanese are planning an invasion of Korea. He goes to the king, suggesting that the kingdom build a stronger army, but he is thrown out of court. He begins training three pupils in martial arts, but rumors reach the king that Seo-san is training an army. The king sends his soldiers to have the monk arrested

How long is The Great Monk Seo San?

The Great Monk Seo San has a runtime of 90 minutes.