The Dream 1990
The Dream (1990), a haunting South Korean romance directed by Bae Chang-ho, unfolds as a dark tale of obsession and vengeance. When a young woman visits a remote monastery, she falls victim to a monk's brutal act, upending both their lives.
Director: Bae Chang-ho
Cast
Ahn Sung-ki
Joshin
Hwang Shin-hye
Dalrye
Choi Jong-won
Pyeongmok
Jung Bo-seog
Morye
Yun Mun-sik
Big Monk
Lee Dae-ro
Taesoo
Mun Mi-bong
Taesoo's wife
An Jong-hwan
Chu Bong
Park Yong-Pal
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Dream (1990) about?
A monk's life takes a violent turn when he rapes a woman visiting his monastery, leading to a forced marriage and a family built on resentment. Years later, their union becomes a battleground where she exacts cruel revenge for his past sins.
Who directed The Dream?
The Dream (1990) was directed by Bae Chang-ho, a filmmaker known for his evocative storytelling and deep character studies.
Who stars in The Dream?
The Dream features Ahn Sung-ki as the tormented monk, Hwang Shin-hye as his vengeful wife, and Choi Jong-won in a pivotal supporting role.
Is The Dream (1990) worth watching?
As an unrated but thematically intense romance, The Dream offers a gripping narrative for fans of psychological dramas. Its raw performances and unsettling themes make it a memorable but challenging watch.
How long is The Dream?
The Dream (1990) has a runtime of 92 minutes.
About The Dream (1990) — A Dark Romance of Vengeance and Relentless Torment
The Dream (1990), a haunting South Korean romance directed by Bae Chang-ho, unfolds as a dark tale of obsession and vengeance. When a young woman visits a remote monastery, she falls victim to a monk's brutal act, upending both their lives. The monk abandons his vows, marries her, and starts a family, only to be met with her relentless contempt. Their marriage becomes a prison of bitterness, as she devotes herself to tormenting him while they navigate the fragile illusion of domestic harmony.
Set against the quiet tension of rural Korea, the film explores themes of guilt, retribution, and the fragile masks people wear. Ahn Sung-ki delivers a gripping performance as the tormented monk, while Hwang Shin-hye embodies a woman imprisoned by her own rage. The Dream (1990) is a stark, emotionally charged drama that lingers long after the credits roll.
