Whale Hunting

Whale Hunting

1984 · 112 min · ★ 7.3 · Romance, Drama

A disillusioned student meets a eccentric beggar and a mute prostitute he falls in love with. Together, without money, they cross South Korea to help the girl go home.

Directed by Bae Chang-ho · Written by Choi In-ho

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