Forbidden Dream
Dec 26, 2019 | IMDB 6.9
132 min Watch NowHistory, Drama
A true historical drama about King Sejong, the greatest ruler in Joseon history who sought to enhance national prosperity and military power through astronomy, and Jang Yeong-sil, the most remarkable scientist.
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