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In 1960s South Korea, Seo Chang Dae (Lee Sun Gyun), a pharmacist with political ambitions, offers struggling opposition politician Kim Woon Beom (Sol Kyung Gu) controversial campaign strategies. Despite initial skepticism, Kim adopts Chang Dae's methods and rapidly rises from regional politics to the national stage. As their political influence grows, tensions emerge between Kim's idealistic principles and Chang Dae's ruthless tactics, challenging their partnership and loyalty. Their complex relationship becomes a high-stakes game of political manipulation and moral compromise. This is a 2022 South Korean political drama directed by Byun Sung Hyun.

2022 · 2h 3m

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In 1960s South Korea, Seo Chang Dae (Lee Sun Gyun), a pharmacist with political ambitions, offers struggling opposition politician Kim Woon Beom (Sol Kyung Gu) controversial campaign strategies. Despite initial skepticism, Kim adopts Chang Dae's methods and rapidly rises from regional politics to the national stage. As their political influence grows, tensions emerge between Kim's idealistic principles and Chang Dae's ruthless tactics, challenging their partnership and loyalty. Their complex relationship becomes a high-stakes game of political manipulation and moral compromise. This is a 2022 South Korean political drama directed by Byun Sung Hyun.

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Studio
Seed Films
Released
2022
Run Time
2 hr 3 min
Rated
PG-13
Region of Origin
South Korea
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Korean
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English