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Dongju: The Portrait of a Poet
The poems that are untold, the youth that is unfinished.
2016·1h 51m·★ 7.8
Korean original
Based on a true story, renowned Korean poet, Yun Dong-ju, is detained and abused by the Japanese for participating in the Korean Independence Movement.
LUXEN Decision Guide
Does this fit your night?
A focused choice when you want a story with a clear identity and enough detail to make the choice feel intentional.
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Who it is for
A good fit when you already know the general kind of movie you want and want a little more context before pressing play.
Commitment
Standard sit-down · 1h 51m
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Read the synopsis, then check the trailer.
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