Movie: A War Diary

Top 10 Billed Cast

Kim Jin-kyu
김진규

Lee Sun-shin

Jang Dong-hwi
장동휘

Jin Lin

Hwang Hae
황해

Jeong Ae-ran
정애란

Tae Hyun-sil
태현실

Lee Dae-yub
이대엽

Hah Myung-joong
하명중

Kim Seok-hun
김석훈

Yun Il-ju
윤일주

Kim Gi-jong
김기종

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    Admiral Lee Sun-shin designs and builds the 'Turtle Ships' in preparation of the Japanese invasion during the Injin War. He is promoted after his victories, but due to his expanding influence and increased popularity in military circles, the king comes to fear him and has him imprisoned. A year later, the Japanese navy attempts another invasion and the king is required to enter the prison and beg the admiral's assistance.

  • Release Date

    1978-01-21

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    10

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    한국어/조선말
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