Praise of Death (2018)

Other name: Death Song, 사의 찬미, The Hymn of Death, Saui Chanmi, Hymn of Death, He Hymn of Death

Description:

Based on a heartbreaking true story, Praise of Death explores the tragic romance between Kim WooJin and Yun SimDeok during the dark era of the Japanese occupation in Korea. Kim WooJin is a talented stage drama writer who, despite being married with two children, finds his soulmate in Yun SimDeok, the first Korean soprano. As they navigate their forbidden love and the oppressive societal expectations of their time, their passion fuels their artistic expressions. Yun SimDeok eventually records the legendary song Praise of Death, which makes history as the very first Korean pop song in 1926. However, their intense love and artistic genius are met with overwhelming obstacles in a colonised nation. Bound by duty yet consumed by an inescapable devotion, the lovers face a devastating destiny. This poignant period drama captures the beauty and sorrow of a legendary historical romance that ends in a tragic fate.

Country: Korean

Status: Completed

Released: 2018

Genre:Drama; Historical; Music; Romance; Tragedy