The President's Last Bang (2005) is a historical drama that delves into the tumultuous events of October 26, 1979, when South Korean President Park Chung Hee, who had been in power since a 1961 coup, met his untimely end. The narrative unfolds through the lens of Kim Jae Kyu, the director of intelligence, who orchestrates the assassination. The film meticulously portrays the chaotic night, beginning with a dinner at the Blue House where Park is accompanied by associates and young women. Kim's motivations are briefly touched upon, hinting at a desire for democracy, but his demeanor is largely one of irritation. The other conspirators appear to act without clear personal motives, simply following orders. The assassination itself is depicted with brutal realism, and the aftermath is marked by chaos and confusion. The film raises thought-provoking questions about the nature of historical events, suggesting that even pivotal moments can be mundane and almost farcical.
The President's Last Bang (2005)
2005 · Movie · 102 min. · South Korea
Credits
Direction Im Sang-soo
Cast Song Jae-ho · Han Seok-gyu · Baek Yoon-sik · Jung Won-joong · Sang-Geon Jo · Kim Sang-ho · Byung-Gil Kwun · Lee Jae-goo · Seung-wook Kim
Soundtrack Kim Hong-jip
Screenplay Im Sang-soo
Cinematography Kim Woo-hyung
Technical sheet
Title The President's Last Bang
Original title Geuddae geusaramdeul (The President's Last Bang)
Year 2005
Type Movie
Length 102 min.
Country South Korea
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