Pulgasari (1985) Drama Action Fantasy

Threatrical Jul 04, 1998 (US) | Genres Drama, Action, Fantasy | Runtime 1h 35m
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Pulgasari Plot Synopsis:


Synopsis / Plot Summary: In feudal Korea, the evil King becomes aware that there is a peasant rebellion being planned in the country. He steals all the iron farming tools and cooking pots from the people so that he may make weapons to fend off the peasant army. After he returns the property to the people, an old blacksmith is imprisoned and starved to death. His last creation is a tiny figurine of a monster- Pulgasari, a Godzilla-like creature that eats iron. The blood of his daughter brings the creature to life, and fights with the poor, starving peasants to overthrow the corrupt monarchy.

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Official Trailer

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Pulgasari Movie Information:

Type: Movie
Year: 1985 (more 1985 movies)
Runtime: 95 minutes /
Genres:  Drama, Action, Fantasy
Sub-Genres:  Monsters
Directors: Sang-ok Shin
Stars: Son Hui Chang, Ham Gi Sop, Jong-uk Ri, Gwon Ri, Gyong-ae Yu … (cast list)
Release Date: Theatrical Release Date Jul 04, 1998
Language: Korean
Country: North Korea
Release Dates: Movie Release Dates / Pulgasari Release Dates In Theaters: Jul 04, 1998
Writers: Se Ryun Kim
Producers: Jong-Il Kim
Editors: Ryon Sun Kim

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