Cast
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Shin Seong-il
as Crown Prince Sado
Lee Kyeong-hui
as Lady Hyegyeong
Do Kum-bong
as Princess Hwawan
Choi Nam-hyun
as King Yeongjo
Jeon Gye-hyeon
as Queen Jeongsun
Lee Min-ja
as Royal Consort Sug-ui Moon
Hwang Jeong-sun
as Court Lady Chu
Kim Wun-ha
as Son of the Crown Prince
Gang Mi-ae
as Kkoch-bong
Bang Su-il
as Hong Guk-yeong
Jang Myeong-suk
as Hong-jeom
Jeong Ae-ran
as Kkoch-bong's Mother
Kim Sin-jae
as Court Lady Yoon
Jeon Ok
as Royal Consort Sug-ui Moon's Mother
Yim Woon-hak
as First Vice-premier
Crew
Director
- Im Kwon-taek
Writer
- Jang Cheon-ho
Producer
- Cha Tae-jin
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, For My Husband examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Im Kwon-taek brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1963, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of For My Husband took approximately 15 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 123 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 145 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 12 months to complete.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 5 weeks before filming began.
- The film contains approximately 2199 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 1963, when this film was released:
- The space race between the USSR and USA was at its height.
- Social and cultural revolution was transforming Western societies.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: June 1, 1963
- Runtime: 2h 3m