The Oldest Son

The Oldest Son

1984 · 115 min · ★ 7.5 · Drama

Forced to leave their home because of the construction of a new dam which will flood their village, the eldest son in the family prepares land and money to construct a new house in Seoul for his family. However, he shirks his duty shortly after and leaves overseeing the construction of the house to his younger brother while he goes to live separately.

Directed by Lee Doo-yong · Written by Ahn Jin-won

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