
The Road Taken
2003, Korean. Directed by Hong Ki-seon.
Kim Sunmyung, a man with communist beliefs who refused to recant his ideals, would ultimately serve more than 42 years in prison. Based on a true story, the film tells of personal conviction and dignity.
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Korean
- Rated
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- Released
- 24 October 2003
- Original title
- 선택
- Country
- South Korea
- Written by
- Lee Maeng-yu
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What The Road Taken is based on
The Road Taken is based on a true story.
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How long is The Road Taken?
The Road Taken runs 108 minutes (1h 48m).
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Which OTT platform is The Road Taken on?
The Road Taken isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 24 October 2003. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Road Taken?
If you liked The Road Taken, try A Call to Spy, Shattered Glass, Richard Jewell.
Who directed The Road Taken?
The Road Taken (2003) was directed by Hong Ki-seon and stars Kim Joong-ki, Ahn Suk-hwan, Choi Il-hwa.
What is The Road Taken based on?
The Road Taken is based on a true story.