The Three-Day Reign


The Three-Day Reign also known as Three Days of Their Reign is a 1973 South Korean film directed by Shin Sang-ok. Actor Shin Young-kyun was named Best Actor for his performance in the film.

Plot

During the last days of the Yi dynasty, conflict arises between the China-leaning conservatives, and the Western-learning and Japan-leaning reformers over how to rule Korea in the future. The reformer Kim Okkyun helps persuade the king to announce Korea's independence, breaking with China. When a conservative agent informs China, Chinese troops enter Korea and end the reign of independence after three days.

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