The Country Left Behind

Before the Korean War (1950-1953), a daughter of a Russian soldier stationed at Heungnam falls in love with a young Korean anti-Communist. Their love story shows how cruel the Russian soldiers were and how badly many North Koreans craved for freedom.

Director: Lee Kang-cheon

Cast: Kim Jin-kyu, Kim Ji-mi, Kim Seung-ho, Heo Chang-kang, Park Nou-sik, Ju Jeung-nyeo, Jang Min-ho, Kim Dong-won

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