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Why a Cuckoo Cries

July 28, 1967 1h 43m

Originally released in 1967. Why a Cuckoo Cries is a horror/drama film. directed by Lee Kyu-woong.

Starring Kim Ji-mi, Shin Seong-il, and Hwang Jeong-sun

Synopsis

The only son of a government official Yun loves Ok-hwa, the daughter of former gisaeng Gye-seon. But his father doesn't feel good about having a daughter of a former gisaeng as his daughter-in-law. He matches him instead with the only daughter of another official. Soon, Ok-hwa dies of lovesickness missing Yun so much. The ghost of her appears to Yun, who betrayed her and married another woman, to make him repent for his fault.

Quick Facts

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Release Date July 28, 1967 58 years ago
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Runtime 1h 43m 103 minutes total
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Language Korean Original language
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Country South Korea Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
KO

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Why a Cuckoo Cries about?

The only son of a government official Yun loves Ok-hwa, the daughter of former gisaeng Gye-seon. But his father doesn't feel good about having a daughter of a former gisaeng as his daughter-in-law....

Who directed Why a Cuckoo Cries?

Why a Cuckoo Cries was directed by Lee Kyu-woong.

How long is Why a Cuckoo Cries?

Why a Cuckoo Cries has a runtime of 1 hours and 43 minutes (103 minutes total).

When was Why a Cuckoo Cries released?

Why a Cuckoo Cries was released on July 28, 1967 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Why a Cuckoo Cries?

The main cast of Why a Cuckoo Cries includes Kim Ji-mi, Shin Seong-il, Hwang Jeong-sun, Do Kum-bong.