Plot Synopsis: Based on the novel ‘Les Liaisons Dangereuses,’ this film is set in aristocratic 18th-century Korea at the end of the Chosun Dynasty. The irresistible temptress Lady Cho asks her cad of a younger cousin, Jo-won, to deflower the innocent young Soh-ok, who is to become her husband’s concubine.
But, his attentions soon shift to the graceful and aloof Lady Sook, who lives according to her convictions as a Catholic. Jo-won becomes obsessed with seducing this chaste woman who has remained celibate for nine years since her husband’s death.
However, conquering the most virtuous woman in the land proves to be more difficult than Chosun’s notorious playboy expects.
Customer Reviews
I’m a young adult, not an artsy-fartsy kind of guy, and most foreign films are just bizzare… but this movie was very good. If you’ve seen Dangerous Liasons, you will like this Korean version of the story. Heck, if you’re any part Korean like me, you’ll enjoy it even more!
Most people overlook how Korean society was, since China and Japan overshadow them in history. The way the characters interact with each other, and the cool clothing and atmosphere make for a movie that is both mentally and intellectually stimulating!
It has all sorts of elements, mostly drama of course, and will evoke many emotions from amusement to sadness. I feel that most people will find at least one character in this movie with whom they can empathize and become attached to their destiny in the film. Give it a chance! ~ M. Mounce (New Mexico, USA)
This movie is incredibly stunning both in acting and imagery. The actors, especially Lee Mi-suk & Bae Yong Joon, give believable & deliciously wicked performances. Not to mention the scenery, full of rich vibrant colors that will take your breath away. It is definitely worth watching. I highly recommend it. ~ Tania M “Film Addict, Music Fan, Doll Collector” (Puerto Rico)
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