Gangnam 1970 (2015)
Release Year: 2015
Nation: South Korea
Alternative Title: Gangnam Blues, 강남 1970
Director: Yoo Ha
Writer: Ha Yoo
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Keywords
Keywords: gangster, 1970s, seoul, south korea
Story
Jong-dae and Yong-ki make a living by picking up paper and empty bottles. Both then join different gangster clan and becomes involved in a struggle of political interests over development in Gangnam, Seoul.
Summary
In 1970s Seoul, Jong-dae and Yong-ki, childhood friends turned scavengers, witness Gangnam's transformation amidst political corruption. After their homes are demolished, they join rival gangs for survival. Three years later, Jong-dae lives honestly under Kil-su's protection, while Yong-ki has risen through the ranks of the powerful Myeongdong-pa. As gangs clash over Gangnam's prime real estate, funding secret presidential elections, Yong-ki is captured and interrogated by rivals, with Gangnam's development hanging in the balance.
