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A Journey

Name: A Journey
Released: 1986-02-02

1986

Movie

Korean

Bun-Yi is sold to a bar for her widowed mother and young sister. There, she meets Dal-Jung and through his arrangement, she gets married into the rural rich Choi family as the wife of the youngest son. She lives as if she were housemaid looking after her mentally deficient husband Young-Ku, parents-in-law, and sister-in-law, and gives birth to a precious son. But she is driven out of the house because of mother-in-law and sister-in-law's evil plot. Going around from restaurants to restaurants, she becomes a owner of a restaurant and lives helping the poor children. Later, she comes to meet Young-Ku working as a shoe shining man in Busan. Mother-in-law and sister-in-law regret their faults in past and Bun-Yi regains their old house. Thus, all of them return to their hometown and live a happy life.

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IMDb7.1/10

Director: Charles Jarrott•Genres: Drama, History

Plot Summary

This epic miniseries chronicles the experiences of a Mormon family as they journey westward to establish a new life. Facing immense hardship, faith, and determination, the family endures treacherous conditions and personal sacrifices. Their quest is a testament to the enduring human spirit and the pursuit of religious freedom.

Critical Reception

A Journey received a generally positive reception for its ambitious scope and strong performances, particularly from its lead actors. Critics praised its historical depiction and emotional resonance, though some found its length to be demanding. It was recognized for its faithfulness to the arduous historical trek of early Mormon pioneers.

What Reviewers Say

Praised for its historical scope and emotional depth.
Recognized for strong performances by the main cast.
Some viewers found the lengthy runtime challenging.

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