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5th Republic

5th Republic

Drama
2005, Show
5th Republic is a controversial political drama about the Fifth Republic of South Korea, one of the most turbulent times in modern Korean history. The 41-episode television series covered the key aspects of the period from President Park Chung-hee's assassination to general Chun Doo-hwan's military coup and his bloody rise to power, as well as the ensuing conflicts between the pro-democratic movement and Chun's military regime and the behind-the-scenes power struggles that ultimately led to Roh Tae-woo's presidential succession in 1987. Given the sensitive nature of the subject matter, 5th Republic tread a fine line between fact and fiction, and faced many challenges even before the start of the production - one of which was pressures from actual political figures who threatened to sue the network for defamation if the script was not modified. Moreover, there was concern over the possible glorification of the drama's lead character Chun Doo-hwan played by Lee Deok-hwa whose strong charisma helped draw in big audience during the drama's initial broadcast on MBC in 2005.
Country: South Korea
Cast:
Song Ok-suk,
Lee Jae-yong,
Lee Duck-hwa,
Kim Yong-geon
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Song Ok-suk
As Kim Ok-sook
Lee Jae-yong
As Lee Hak-bong
Lee Duck-hwa
As Chun Doo-hwan
Kim Yong-geon
As Kim Young-sam
Lee Jeong-kil
As Kim Jong-pil
Kim Byeong-gi
As No Shin-young
Kim Ki-hyeon
As Jang Tae-wan
Park Young-ji
As Yoo Hak-sung

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"5th Republic" is a gripping and thought-provoking drama that delves into the tumultuous period of modern Korean history, exploring the power struggles, political upheaval, and bloody conflicts that defined the Fifth Republic of South Korea. This 41-episode series takes a nuanced approach to a sensitive subject, balancing fact and fiction to capture the complexities of a nation in turmoil. With a focus on the rise and fall of key figures, including President Park Chung-hee and general Chun Doo-hwan, "5th Republic" offers a compelling portrait of a nation grappling with its democratic aspirations. Despite facing challenges before its release, this series has captured audiences with its intense storytelling and strong performances, providing a unique perspective on a crucial moment in Korean history.

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