Born To Sing

Born To Sing

15 minutes have changed his life

2013 · 112 min · ★ 6.0 · Comedy, Drama

Ever since he was young, Bong-nam dreamed of becoming a singer and was never able to keep a real job. One day, he ends up auditioning for a national singing contest to be held in his hometown, but his wife opposes him and they have a major fall out. Will he be able to make his dire wish of becoming a singer come true and keep his love?

Directed by Lee Jong-pil · Written by Lee Kyung-kyu

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