Dachimawa Lee

Dachimawa Lee

Villains, take the express train to hell!

2008 · 100 min · ★ 5.9 · Action, Adventure, Comedy, Western

Under Japanese imperialism, Korean national treasure Golden Buddha is stolen. More important to national security, the statue contains vital information concerning Korean freedom fighters and their whereabouts as well as their true identities. The interim Korean government appoints legendary Korean spy Agent Dachimawa Lee to recover the fabled statue and reveal the dark plot behind the theft.

Directed by Ryoo Seung-wan · Written by Ryoo Seung-wan

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