Crime,Action,Drama
South Korea
The Drug King is a South Korean crime drama film directed by Woo Min-ho and starring Song Kang-ho, Jo Jung-suk, and Bae Doo-na. The film is based on the real-life story of Lee Doo-sam, who was one of the most notorious drug kingpins in South Korea during the 1970s and 1980s.
Lee Doo-sam is initially a small-time smuggler who becomes involved with a powerful drug gang after helping them smuggle meth. He quickly rises through the ranks of the drug world due to his quick wits and ambition. Eventually, he takes over the drug underworld and becomes the most powerful drug lord in the country.
However, Lee Doo-sam's double life as a community leader during the day and a drug lord at night starts to take a toll on him. He becomes increasingly paranoid and starts to see threats everywhere, leading to a violent and bloody battle for control of the drug trade.
The film explores themes of power, greed, and the corrupting influence of money. It also delves into the character of Lee Doo-sam, showing how his desire for power and influence ultimately leads to his downfall. The film is a tense, dark, and gritty thriller that offers a haunting portrayal of one man's descent into the criminal underworld.
