Gabi

Gabi

The deadly taste he shouldn't dare to try.

2012 · 115 min · ★ 6.3 · Drama

Set towards the end of the 19th century, when coffee was first introduced to Korea, Russian sharpshooter Illichi and Joseon's first barista Danya are manipulated by Japanese officer Sadako into an elaborate plan to assassinate King Gojong.

Directed by Chang Youn-hyun · Written by Kim Eun-jeong

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