A Drifting Story
Originally released in 1960. A Drifting Story is a romance/drama film. directed by Gwon Yeong-sun. With a runtime of 2h 4m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Moon Jeong-suk, Kim Jin-kyu, and Choi Mu-ryong
Synopsis
This melodrama follows the trials and tribulations of a single mother who dares to love. Hyun Hee (Mun Jeong Suk) makes a living running a coffee house. She has to support her illegitimate daughter and mother, and bear the scorn of those who look down on her. Hyun Hee falls in love with a married writer (Kim Jin Kyu), while another customer (Choi Mu Ryong) holds a torch for her. The romantic triangles that unfold lead to tragic consequences.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 17, 1960
65 years ago
Runtime
2h 4m
124 minutes total
User Rating
6.1/10
Good (4 votes)
Language
Korean
Original language
Country
South Korea
Production
Director
Top Cast
Moon Jeong-suk
as Kang Hyeon-hee (Madam Madonna)
Kim Jin-kyu
as Lee Sang-hyeon (Newspaper editorial member)
Choi Mu-ryong
as Minwoo (poet)
Um Aing-ran
as Kwanghee (Madonna Reggie)
Park Am
as Hwan-gyu Kim (President of Publisher)
Hwang Jeong-sun
as Hyun Hee-mo
Heo Chang-kang
as Choi Young-cheol (interpreter)
Do Kum-bong
as Gye-young (Hyun-hee's classmate)
Kim Dong-won
as Lawyer
Lee Bin-hwa
as Soon-jae (Hyun-hee's classmate)
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- KO
Production Companies
- Jungang Movies
- Jung Ang Culture Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Drifting Story about?
This melodrama follows the trials and tribulations of a single mother who dares to love. Hyun Hee (Mun Jeong Suk) makes a living running a coffee house. She has to support her illegitimate daughter...
Who directed A Drifting Story?
A Drifting Story was directed by Gwon Yeong-sun.
How long is A Drifting Story?
A Drifting Story has a runtime of 2 hours and 4 minutes (124 minutes total).
When was A Drifting Story released?
A Drifting Story was released on December 17, 1960 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Drifting Story?
The main cast of A Drifting Story includes Moon Jeong-suk, Kim Jin-kyu, Choi Mu-ryong, Um Aing-ran, Park Am.