Heung Boo: The Revolutionist (2018)

Other name: 흥부, 흥부 글로 세상을 바꾼 자, 興夫, 興夫：撼動朝鮮的文學家夫, Heungbu, Heung Boo, Heungbu: Keurro Sesangeul Baggun Ja, Heung Bu Geullo Sesangeul Bakkun Ja, Age of the Rebellion, Heung-boo: The Revolutionist

Description:

"Heung Boo: The Revolutionist" unveils the journey of Yeon Heung Bu, a novelist embarking on a quest to find his long-lost older brother. His search leads him to a fateful encounter with Jo Hyuk, a compassionate nobleman dedicated to helping others. Inspired by Jo Hyuk's unwavering benevolence, Heung Bu finds profound enlightenment, prompting him to craft a powerful new story. He pens "Heungbu and Nolbu," a novel that starkly contrasts Jo Hyuk with his ambitious, power-hungry brother, Jo Hang Ri. The book quickly skyrockets to immense popularity across Joseon, captivating the entire nation. Yet, its widespread success becomes a dangerous weapon in the hands of Jo Hang Ri, who devises a cunning plot to exploit the novel's influence and seize absolute power over Joseon.

Director: Jo Keun Hyeon [조근현]

Country: Korean

Status: Completed

Released: 2018

Genre:Drama; Historical; political