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South Korean film on dictator Park Chung-hee sparks political backlash

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A new South Korean film, "The Assassin(s)", which depicts the 1974 assassination attempt on former president Park Chung-hee, has sparked significant controversy. Directed by Hur Jin-ho, the movie achieved box-office success during the Chuseok festival, but faced backlash from Park loyalists and conservative politicians. Critics argue the film distorts history and defames Park, leading to calls for screenings to be halted and a police complaint against the filmmakers. AI

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South Korean film on dictator Park Chung-hee sparks political backlash

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · David D. Lee ·

    Why a film about a dictator has South Korea at war with itself

    Like many films released during Chuseok, South Korea’s national mid-autumn harvest festival, The Assassin(s) shot right to the top, selling more than a million tickets in its first four days. But the box-office success of the film about the 1974 assassination attempt on former pr…

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