Quick overview
If you're browsing genre titles, Genealogy (1979) is the kind of pick that keeps things moving without overcomplicating the premise. It favors steady pacing and a few well-timed beats over constant escalation, which makes it easy to follow. The cast—featuring Ju Seon-tae, Hah Myung-joong, and Han Hye-suk—helps anchor the story and sell the character chemistry. Ratings hover around 5.3/10, and it’s likely to land best with fans of the genre. Streaming, rental, and purchase options can change by region and date—check this page for the latest availability.
Genealogy (1979)
The Family Pedigree, 族譜-
Released: September 14, 1979
Runtime: 107 min
: 5.3/10 from 3 votes
During the Japanese occupation of South Korea, a Japanese bureaucrat is ordered to persuade an influential Korean patriarch into obeying the law of changing his Korean surname to a Japanese one.
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