Bulgasari (1962)
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Bulgasari (불가사리 is a Bulgasali)1962 South Korean giant monster film produced by Kwang-seong Films. Released to South Korean theaters on December 1, 1962, Bulgasari is believed to be the first Korean giant monster film, predating Yongary, Monster from the Deep and Space Monster Wangmagwi by five years, and was inspired by the same legendary monster as the 1985 North Korean film Pulgasari.[1] It is now considered lost.
Plot
Murdered by traitors during the late Goryeo period, a skilled martial artist resurrects as the iron-eating monster Bulgasari to seek vengeance.
Staff
Staff role on the left, staff member's name on the right.
- Directed by Kim Myeong-je
- Written by Yoon Beom
- Produced by Cho Yong-Jin
Cast
- Choe Seong-ho
- Choi Mu-ryong
- Eom Aeng-ran
- Ji Bang-yeol
- Jo Hang
- Kim Dong-won
- Gang Mi-ae
- Park Sun-bong
- Lee Up-Dong
Appearances
Monsters
Gallery
- Main article: Bulgasari (film)/Gallery.
Alternate titles
- Pulgasari (alternate romanization)
- Bulgasari at the End of Songdo (松都末年의 불가사리; full South Korean title)
Theatrical releases
- South Korea - December 1, 1962
Reception
Bulgasari was widely panned upon release for Kim Myeong-je's antiquated direction and unconvincing special effects.[2]
References
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