Name: THE KING AND THE CLOWN
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🎭 A Masterpiece of Korean Cinema 🎭

The King and the Clown is a breathtaking Korean historical drama that captivated audiences worldwide and became one of the highest-grossing Korean films of all time. Set in the Joseon Dynasty, this visually stunning epic tells the story of two street clowns who perform satirical plays that catch the attention of the volatile King Yeonsan.

Why This DVD is Essential:

🏆 Award-Winning Masterpiece - Multiple awards including Best Film at the Grand Bell Awards and Blue Dragon Film Awards
🎬 Stunning Cinematography - Gorgeous period details and breathtaking visuals that bring the Joseon Dynasty to vivid life
🎭 Powerful Performances - Lee Jun-ki and Kam Woo-sung deliver career-defining performances as the tragic clowns
📚 Rich Historical Drama - Explores themes of power, friendship, loyalty, and artistic freedom in royal court intrigue
🌟 International Acclaim - Praised by critics worldwide for its emotional depth and visual splendor
📀 High-Quality Transfer - Crystal-clear picture and sound showcase every beautiful detail and dramatic moment

Perfect for: Korean cinema enthusiasts, historical drama lovers, art film collectors, students of Asian cinema, and anyone who appreciates masterful storytelling and stunning visuals.

This isn't just a movie - it's an emotional journey that explores the dangerous relationship between art and power. Watch as two humble performers navigate the treacherous waters of royal favor in a story that's both intimate and epic.

Add this Korean cinema masterpiece to your collection and experience the film that redefined what historical drama could achieve! 🏰

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THE KING AND CLOWNAKA........................................ROYAL JESTERAsk seller questions about their copyInformation from my movieSpoken language.................KoreanEnglish subtitles...................very goodOther subtitles.....................ChineseRating.....................................RRun time.................................119 minutesRegion......................................AllVideo quality..........................ExcellentWatched on ............................flatscreen TVMy DVD....................................no case, ex rentalDurability................................very goodInformation on my discISRC CN-F21-98-0064-0/V. J9Picture of the tearful flower boy clownWriting in Korean and Chinese on itReviewThis movie is about jesters who end up in trouble for their performance mocking the king. As they are being beaten , the leader suggests that the king should judge if it is offensive to him or not. If they do not humor the king they will die. But the king has a very twisted sense of humor and loves the show. They get hired to perform exclusively for the king.The court officials are not happy about this at all. They get even more offended when the next show features them and their wrongs. The king has a bad temper and he kills people with little notice. People speculate that the king is sleeping with the young flower boy jester and is now influenced and controlled by him. But is he?CommentsBut even though I think that the king is crazy, I believe that he was driven crazy from what has happened to him and his mother. His mothers death was not something he could get over.The actors did an amazing job with this movie. It was supposedly loosely based off a real king. It makes me want to find out more about that king.I write reviews for dramas and CDs from Korea, Taiwan, Japan, China and Hong Kong. If you want to see more drama reviews click on my name at the top. Happy shopping.THERE'S A DRAMA FOR THAT

Bruce Lee as Kato

This tape consists of 3 episodes from the "Green Hornet" t.v. series which were made into a 1974 theatrical release movie (according to the description on the back of the tape box). The film was edited to highlight some of Bruce's fight scenes from the t.v. series.The Green Hornet is similar to the "Batman" t.v. series of the 60's but not quite as hokey. It is quite fun to see Bruce as Kato and brings back memories of seeing the series when I was a kid. Kinda cheesy but fun!Technical fyi: the tape has been digitally re-mastered from a 35mm print in the original 1:1.85 theatrical aspect ratio, and also includes a documentary featurette on "Black Beauty"; Green Hornet's special custom car.

Want glorious 70's kung fu? You cannot go wrong here!

Director Chang Cheh made over a hundred films many of which are hailed, by those who know this stuff, as kung fu classics. Famed action director John Woo was quoted as naming him as a major influence and when you see this classic it's easy to see why; When the action starts, it's breathless, over the top and doesn't stop.A SPOILER FREE SYNOPSIS: Some nasty ninja have killed our hero's martial arts teacher. With the aide of a new teacher and some new fighting buddies our hero takes on the "Five Element Ninjas" (Gold, Fire, Water, Wood & Land).Bottom Line: It's exciting, it's violent and if you like kung fu it's impossible to only watch this movie once. For more Chang Cheh brilliance try 'The Kid with the Golden Arms' or '5 Deadly Venoms'.

I love it

Surprisingly Good Action Film From the Chef in "South Park"

Issac Hayes carrying the whole weight of an action film alone? A film starring HIM??? At first I thought it's ridiculous. Well, he is a great singer, but .... Then I watched this film, and twice, and am convinced. He should do that more!! Yes, I acknowledge he cannot act like DeNiro or Pacino, and the story of his love interest is as convincing as love between Josh, Ben, and Kate in "Pearl Harbor." But given a right material like this, his towering physical presence makes up for anything single-handedly.Truck Turner is an ex-football player, and now a bounty-hunter. With his partner Jerry, nothing can stop them. Nothing. If you are disliked by him, pray it ends soon -- because his huge fists are flying to you right in the face! But one day his botched job getting a guy named Gator leads to his being THE most wanted man for the gangsters. They attack him, his office, and his room even, but now it's Turner's turn to pay back!!!Frankly, the film is too violent, and one scene made me cry "Oh, PLEASE! DON'T HANG THAT!" But Hayes is well-cast and credible as a no-nonsense bounty-hunter, and actions are good. But the most memorable is Nichelle Nichols's "madam," whose foul-mouthed acting completely shatters the good old memory of "Star Trek" fans. (Where did our Uhula go? Or, is this what she really wanted to do?) Another impressive point is director Jonathan Kaplan, who sometimes gives strong emphasis to darker nuance of his direction (maybe overdirection, some say) later seen in his Jodie Foster film "The Accused." The fate of Yaphet Kotto is captured in a very bleak way, which reminds us of Christopher Walken in a very violent noir "The King of New York."Though I don't share the enthsiastic praise of other reviewers, "Truck Turner" is a great action film, which is raised higher one notch above than average blaxploitaion films. If there should be a sub-genre like "bounty-hunter movies," this comes to the top alongside with more comical "Midnight Run."If you don't know the details of bounty-hunting and bailbonding, you may not enjoy the film fully. In that case, you might as well see Trantino's "Jackie Brown," in which another icon Pam Grier showcases her great talent as the title heroine.

Shintaro Katsu Shines Again

Zatoichi and Yojimbo fans will love this!Shintaro Katsu has aged and put on some weight, but the Zatoichi wry humor is still there, as is his lightning sword-play.Toshiro Mifune remains his Yojimbo double-dealing self.Together, they are lost souls, trying to survive in a miserable world filled with crooks, scoundrels, and murderers. Try as they may, their humanity keeps peeping through.It is refreshing to have enjoyable story plots instead of the continual escalating into stupid absurdity seen in most sequels these days.

THE KING AND THE CLOWN

🎭 A Masterpiece of Korean Cinema 🎭

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