The Treacherous
''The Treacherous'' (; lit. "Treacherous Subject" or "Treacherous Retainer") is a 2015 South Korean period drama film about Joseon's king Yeonsan, directed by Min Kyu-dong. It follows Im Sung-jae, a notorious vassal who, alongside his father Im Sa-hong, manipulated King Yeonsangun of Joseon. The film was theatrically released on May 21, 2015. Plot In the 11th year of King Yeonsangun's reign, as schemers vie for power by offering women to control the king, the age of treacherous courtiers begins. Appointed as Chae Hong-sa, Im Sung-jae forcibly recruits beautiful women from across Joseon, calling them ''Unpyeong'', seizing the opportunity to execute his grand ambition for ultimate power. His ruthless actions, indiscriminately abducting noblewomen, commoners, and even the lower class, ignite public outrage. To tighten his grip, Im Sung-jae and his father, Im Sa-hong, select the stunning Dan-hee for personal training, while the infamous courtesan Jang Nok-su, fearing her loss of inf ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Min Kyu-dong
Min Kyu-dong (; born September 12, 1970) is a South Korean film director, screenwriter and producer. He made his feature directorial debut in horror film ''Memento Mori'' (1999), followed by romantic comedies '' All for Love'' (2005) and ''All About My Wife'' (2012), queer films ''Antique'' (2008) and '' In My End Is My Beginning'' (2013), and period drama '' The Treacherous'' (2015). Career Min Kyu-dong studied economics at Seoul National University, and upon graduation, he entered the Korean Academy of Film Arts (KAFA). In 1999 Min made his first feature ''Memento Mori'', alongside KAFA classmate and co-director Kim Tae-yong. Considered the most influential Korean horror film of the 2000s, ''Memento Mori'' has attained a modern-day classic status among Korean cinephiles. After pursuing further film studies in France, Min returned in 2005 with his sophomore effort and solo directorial debut '' All for Love''. Similar to Robert Altman's ''Short Cuts'' and Richard Curtis's ''Lov ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Im Sa-hong
Im Sa-hong (; 1445–1506) was a Korean scholar official and member of the royal family of Joseon Dynasty. He was a close minister of King Yeonsangun of Joseon. His courtesy name was Yiui (). Hierarchy and Family * Father ** Im Won-jun (; 1423 – 1500 or 1506) * Mother ** Lady Nam of the Uiryeong Nam clan () * Sibling(s) ** Younger brother - Im Sa-yeong (; ?–1507) * Wife and issue ** Lady Yi of the Jeonju Yi clan (; 1450–?); daughter of Yi Gab, Prince Boseong (; 1416–1499) *** Son - Im Gwang-jae (; 1470–1495) *** Son - Im Hui-jae (; 1472–1504) *** Son - Im Sung-jae (; 1479–1505) *** Son - Im Mun-jae (; 1479–N/A) *** Daughter - Lady Im of the Pungcheon Im clan (; 1480-N/A) Popular cultures Drama * Portrayed by Shin Chung-sik in the 1984–1985 Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation, MBC TV series ''Snow Matchmaker'' * Portrayed by Ahn Byeong-gyeong in the 1994 Korean Broadcasting System, KBS TV series ''Han Myeong-hoe'' * Portrayed by Lee Yeong-hu in the 1995 Kor ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Sungkyunkwan
Sungkyunkwan () was the foremost educational institution in Korea during the late Goryeo and Joseon Dynasties. The Sungkyunkwan during the Joseon Dynasty sits in its original location, at the south end of the Humanities and Social Sciences Campus of Sungkyunkwan University in Seoul, South Korea. The Sungkyunkwan during the Goryeo Dynasty, however, remains situated in Kaesong, North Korea. At the South Korean Sungkyunkwan, twice a year, in May and September, the ceremonial rite Seokjeon Daeje is performed in the Munmyo Shrine, to honour Confucius and the Confucian sages of China and Korea. Etymology *Sung () – accomplish, achieve. To become capable, successful or to win. “To perfect or develop human nature”. *Kyun () – balance, to be. Strengthen culture according to social standards or norms. “To build a good society”. *Kwan () – institute, academy, university. History Sungkyunkwan was established in Hanyang on September 25, 1398. It was renamed, destroyed, ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Jung In-gi
Jung In-gi (born September 12, 1966) is a South Korean actor. Jung made his acting debut in 1990, and has remained active in mainstream and independent film as well as television Television (TV) is a telecommunication medium for transmitting moving images and sound. Additionally, the term can refer to a physical television set rather than the medium of transmission. Television is a mass medium for advertising, ..., notably in ''Jury'' (2013), '' The Five'' (2013) and '' Gap-dong'' (2014). Filmography Film Television series Music video Theater Awards and nominations References External links * * * {{DEFAULTSORT:Jung, In-gi 1966 births Living people Male actors from Gyeonggi Province South Korean male film actors South Korean male television actors South Korean male stage actors 20th-century South Korean male actors 21st-century South Korean male actors ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Jang Gwang
Jang Gwang (born January 5, 1952) is a South Korean actor in film and television. Filmography Film * ''Taste of Horror – Gym for Residents'' (TBA) * '' Air Murder'' (2022) * ''Sinkhole (2021) * ''White Day: Broken Barrier'' (2021) * ''60 Days of Summer'' (2018) * ''Stand by Me'' (2018) *''The Villagers'' (2018) *'' The Negotiation'' (2018) *'' The Great Battle'' (2018) *'' Along With the Gods: The Two Worlds'' (2017) *''Roman Holiday'' (2017) *'' Ordinary Person'' (2017) *'' Turning Mecard W: The Revival of Black Mirror'' (2017) *'' Will You Be There?'' (2016) *'' Bad Guys Always Die'' (2015) *''Collective Invention'' (2015) *'' Untouchable Lawman'' (2015) *'' Minority Opinion'' (2015) *'' The Treacherous'' (2015) *'' Emperor's Holidays'' (2015) *'' Chronicle of a Blood Merchant'' (2015) *''Whistle Blower'' (2014) ( cameo) *''The Road to Life'' (2014) *'' Tabloid Truth'' (2014) ( cameo) *''Miss Granny'' (2014) ( cameo) *'' The Plan Man'' (2014) *'' Way Back Home'' (201 ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Park Won-jong
A park is an area of natural, semi-natural or planted space set aside for human enjoyment and recreation or for the protection of wildlife or natural habitats. Urban parks are green spaces set aside for recreation inside towns and cities. National parks and country parks are green spaces used for recreation in the countryside. State parks and provincial parks are administered by sub-national government states and agencies. Parks may consist of grassy areas, rocks, soil and trees, but may also contain buildings and other artifacts such as monuments, fountains or playground structures. Many parks have fields for playing sports such as baseball and football, and paved areas for games such as basketball. Many parks have trails for walking, biking and other activities. Some parks are built adjacent to bodies of water or watercourses and may comprise a beach or boat dock area. Urban parks often have benches for sitting and may contain picnic tables and barbecue grills. The largest ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Yu Ja-gwang
Yu Jagwang or Yu Chagwang (, 1439 – June 15, 1512) was a Korean Joseon Dynasty politician, soldier and writer. Born as the son of a yangban father and a concubine, he was one of the few secondary sons who served in high government offices during the Joseon dynasty. His courtesy name was Uhu (). His prime political rival was Kim Chong-jik. Life In 1439, Yu Jagwang was born as the secondary son of Yu Gyu, of the Yeonggwang Yu clan, and his concubine, Lady Choe. Yu first served as a ''gapsa'' () or armoured soldier, who guarded Geonchunmun Gate. When Yi Si-ae's Rebellion broke out, he volunteered to serve the government forces in suppressing the rebels. He was quickly promoted to the position of byeongjo jeongnang () or a section chief in the Ministry of Defence by King Sejo. In 1468, he took the mungwa exam and placed first. When Sejo's son Yejong ascended to the throne, Yu Jagwang accused Nam I of plotting treason and was rewarded as a first class merit subject. In 1498, Yu ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Kim Hyun-soo (actress)
Kim Hyun-soo (; born June 23, 2000) is a South Korean actress. She often starred as the younger version of female protagonists in television series such as '' Bridal Mask'' and ''My Love from the Star'', before receiving her first leading role in ''Solomon's Perjury''. Kim's most notable on-screen role so far is Bae Ro-na from '' The Penthouse: War in Life'' (2020–2021). Career Kim started to work in the entertainment industry as a child model. She debuted as an actress through 2011 film '' Silenced'', in which her role as a deaf student who suffered abuse landed her the nomination for Best Supporting Actress at the 49th Grand Bell Awards. Kim then starred as the younger version of female protagonist in several hit series, notably ''Deep Rooted Tree'', '' Bridal Mask'' and ''My Love from the Star''. She played her first regular role in TV series with '' Gunman in Joseon''. In 2016, she acted alongside Kim Hye-soo in the well-received dramedy film '' Familyhood'', as a high ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Im Sahong
Im Sa-hong (; 1445–1506) was a Korean scholar official and member of the royal family of Joseon Dynasty. He was a close minister of King Yeonsangun of Joseon. His courtesy name was Yiui (). Hierarchy and Family * Father ** Im Won-jun (; 1423 – 1500 or 1506) * Mother ** Lady Nam of the Uiryeong Nam clan () * Sibling(s) ** Younger brother - Im Sa-yeong (; ?–1507) * Wife and issue ** Lady Yi of the Jeonju Yi clan (; 1450–?); daughter of Yi Gab, Prince Boseong (; 1416–1499) *** Son - Im Gwang-jae (; 1470–1495) *** Son - Im Hui-jae (; 1472–1504) *** Son - Im Sung-jae (; 1479–1505) *** Son - Im Mun-jae (; 1479– N/A) *** Daughter - Lady Im of the Pungcheon Im clan (; 1480- N/A) Popular cultures Drama * Portrayed by Shin Chung-sik in the 1984–1985 MBC TV series ''Snow Matchmaker'' * Portrayed by Ahn Byeong-gyeong in the 1994 KBS TV series ''Han Myeong-hoe'' * Portrayed by Lee Yeong-hu in the 1995 KBS TV series ''Jang Nok-su'' * Portrayed by Im Hyeok in t ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Seo Young-joo
Seo Young-joo (born February 16, 1998) is a South Korean actor. He won Best Actor at the Tokyo International Film Festival The is a film festival established in 1985. The event was held biennially from 1985 to 1991 and annually thereafter. According to the FIAPF, it is one of Asia's competitive film festivals and the second largest film festival in Asia behind the ... and Cinemanila International Film Festival for his performance in '' Juvenile Offender'' (2012). Filmography Film Television series Awards and nominations References External links * * * * Living people 1998 births South Korean male child actors South Korean male film actors South Korean male television actors 21st-century South Korean male actors Sejong University alumni Male actors from Seoul {{SouthKorea-actor-stub ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Korea JoongAng Daily
''Korea JoongAng Daily'' () is the English edition of the South Korean national daily newspaper '' JoongAng Ilbo''. The newspaper was first published on October 17, 2000, as ''JoongAng Ilbo English Edition''. It mainly carries news and feature stories by staff reporters, and some stories translated from the Korean language newspaper. Overview ''Korea JoongAng Daily'' is one of the three main English newspapers in South Korea along with ''The Korea Times'' and ''The Korea Herald''. The newspaper is published with a daily edition of ''The New York Times'' and it is located within the main offices of the ''JoongAng Ilbo'' in Sangam-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul Seoul, officially Seoul Special Metropolitan City, is the capital city, capital and largest city of South Korea. The broader Seoul Metropolitan Area, encompassing Seoul, Gyeonggi Province and Incheon, emerged as the world's List of cities b .... See also * List of newspapers in South Korea References SlayypookieExtern ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Gisaeng
''Kisaeng'' (), also called ''ginyeo'' (), were enslaved women from outcast or enslaved families who were trained to be courtesans, providing artistic entertainment and conversation to men of upper class. First emerging in Goryeo dynasty. were officially sanctioned by the state and employed in various public functions. While many worked in royal courts, others were stationed throughout the provinces. Trained in music, dance, poetry, and prose, kisaeng were often highly educated and skilled in the fine arts. Despite their low social status, they were respected as cultured artists. In addition to entertainment, some were assigned duties in medicine and needlework. hold an important place in the traditional cultural memory of the Joseon dynasty. Although most individual have faded from history, a few are remembered for their talents, intelligence, or loyalty. The most renowned among them is Hwang Jini, a celebrated 16th-century ''kisaeng'' known for her poetry and wit. Socia ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |