Ode to My Father (2014)

Other name: 국제시장, Gukjeshijang, International Market, Gukje Market

Description:

Ode to My Father is an epic and heartwarming drama that follows the life of Deok Su, a completely ordinary man who shows extraordinary courage in the face of history's most tumultuous events. As a young child during the Korean War, Deok Su is forced to say a painful goodbye to his father during a North Korean refugee evacuation. In their final moments together, Deok Su makes a solemn promise to always protect their family. This lifelong vow becomes his driving force as he grows into adulthood. To support his loved ones, Deok Su embarks on a perilous journey that takes him to the dangerous coal mines of 1960s Germany and deep into the treacherous jungles of the Vietnam War. Set against the backdrop of modern Korean history, this powerful story illustrates how one regular man musters superhuman resilience to ensure his family survives and thrives. Ode to My Father is a loving tribute to family devotion and survival amidst global chaos.

Country: Korean

Status: Completed

Released: 2014

Genre:Drama; Family; Romance; War