
The Lovers and the Despot(2016)
They were kidnapped by their biggest fan
Hong Kong, 1978. South Korean actress Choi Eun-hee is kidnapped by North Korean operatives following orders from dictator Kim Jong-il.


Movie: The Lovers and the Despot
Top 10 Billed Cast
Choi Eun-hee
Self - US Intelligence Officer
Self - Choi and Shin's Son
Self - Choi and Shin's Daughter
Self - Choi's Brother
Self - RHK Police Inspector (1975-79)
Self - Film Critic
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