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Great Monk Wonhyo (1962)

Original title: 원효대사

1962-02-15 · 2h 5m · KO
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After losing his best friend in a fierce battle against Baekje in the first year of Queen Jindeok's reign, Hwarang Won-hyo questions life and death and becomes a monk. Despite being courted by countless women, from Queen Jindeok to Princess Yoseok, Sammo, and Asaga, Won-hyo resists all temptations. Until one day, when he is moved by Princess Yoseok's desperate prayers, he wanders the streets, feeling guilty for his disloyal behavior.

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Jang Il-hoDirector

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Choi Mu-ryongChoi Mu-ryongKim Ji-miKim Ji-miMoon Jeong-sukMoon Jeong-sukJo Mi-ryeongJo Mi-ryeongLee Min-jaLee Min-jaChoi Nam-hyunChoi Nam-hyunYang HoonYang HoonLee Yea-chunLee Yea-chunPark AmPark AmHwang Jeong-sunHwang Jeong-sunJeong Yeon-jaJeong Yeon-jaYoon Il-bongYoon Il-bong

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What is Great Monk Wonhyo about?

After losing his best friend in a fierce battle against Baekje in the first year of Queen Jindeok's reign, Hwarang Won-hyo questions life and death and becomes a monk. Despite being courted by countless women, from Queen Jindeok to Princess Yoseok, Sammo, and Asaga, Won-hyo resists all temptations. Until one day, when he is moved by Princess Yoseok's desperate prayers, he wanders the streets, feeling guilty for his disloyal behavior.

How long is Great Monk Wonhyo?

Great Monk Wonhyo has a runtime of 125 minutes.