The President's Barber
"A time when a bad haircut can get you killed."
Originally released in 2004. The President's Barber is a history/drama film. directed by Lim Chan-sang.
Starring Song Kang-ho, Lee Jae-eung, and Moon So-ri
Synopsis
A well-meaning but politically naive barber gets pulled into the inner circle of the South Korean dictator Park Chung-Hee, with rather baleful consequences for his hapless family. This sharp political satire covers roughly twenty years in South Korean political history, from the viewpoint of the barber's son.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 5, 2004
21 years ago
Runtime
1h 56m
116 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (38 votes)
Language
Korean
Original language
Country
South Korea
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- KO
Production Companies
- Barunson E&A
- Chungeorahm Film
- Cineclick Asia
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The President's Barber about?
A well-meaning but politically naive barber gets pulled into the inner circle of the South Korean dictator Park Chung-Hee, with rather baleful consequences for his hapless family. This sharp politi...
Who directed The President's Barber?
The President's Barber was directed by Lim Chan-sang.
How long is The President's Barber?
The President's Barber has a runtime of 1 hours and 56 minutes (116 minutes total).
When was The President's Barber released?
The President's Barber was released on May 5, 2004 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The President's Barber?
The main cast of The President's Barber includes Song Kang-ho, Lee Jae-eung, Moon So-ri, Roh Hyung-wuk, Ryu Seung-su.