Young-Tak Kim

An icon of South Korean cinema, Young-Tak Kim was born in 1945 in Seoul, South Korea. Active from the late 1960s to the mid-2000s, Kim's work primarily spans genres of drama and action, with his most famous films including "The General's Son" series and "Jingi." Though he never won major awards at international film festivals, his films are adored in his homeland for their unique blend of high-stakes drama and cultural authenticity. Young-Tak Kim's films are a testament to his deep understanding of human emotions, painting a vivid picture of South Korean society through the eyes of his characters.