Gangnam 1970 (2015)

Other name: 강남 1970, 강남 블루스, 江南1970, Gangnam Beulruseu, Land Gate, Gangnam Blues, Kang Nam 1970, Каннам 1970, Каннам-блюз, Каннамский блюз, غانغنام 1970

Description:

Set in the 1970s during a time of intense political corruption, Gangnam 1970 follows childhood friends Jong Dae and Yong Ki as they struggle to survive in Seoul. When local thugs demolish their shanty homes, the desperate pair gets swept into violent political clashes, leading to their separation. Three years later, their paths have wildly diverged. Jong Dae attempts to live an honest life under the guidance of former gang leader Kil Su. Meanwhile, Yong Ki climbs the ranks of Myeongdongpa, one of the most powerful criminal gangs in Seoul. This ruthless organization becomes deeply entangled in a high-stakes battle over valuable land in Gangnam, aiming to secure secret presidential election funds. As rival gangs fight viciously for control over these lucrative real estate plots, Yong Ki is captured and interrogated. This gritty crime drama explores the dark underbelly of Seoul's rapid development, where brotherhood is tested by greed, political conspiracy, and the ultimate struggle for survival.

Duration: 2 hr. 15 min.

Content Rating: 18+ Restricted (violence & profanity)

Country: Korean

Status: Completed

Released: 2015

Genre:Action; Betrayal; Corruption; Drama; Gangster; Mature; Noir; Tragedy