Empire of Lust

Empire of Lust

A bloody history behind the throne.

2015 · 113 min · ★ 6.8 · Romance, Drama, History

In the turbulent Joseon dynasty, army commander Min-jae watches ambitious Prince Yi Bang-won while becoming entwined with Ga-hee, a vengeful gisaeng. Fate collides as power shifts.

Directed by Ahn Sang-hoon · Written by Kim Se-hee

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