The Three-Day Reign

The Three-Day Reign also known as Three Days of Their Reign is a 1973 South Korean film directed by Shin Sang-ok. It was awarded Best Film at the Blue Dragon Film Awards ceremony. Actor Shin Young-kyun was also named Best Actor for his performance in the film.

Plot
During the last days of the Yi dynasty, conflict arises between the China-leaning conservatives, and the Western-learning and Japan-leaning reformers over how to rule Korea in the future. The reformer Kim Okgyun helps persuade the king to announce Korea's independence, breaking with China. When a conservative agent informs China, Chinese troops enter Korea and end the reign of independence after three days.

Cast

 * Shin Young-kyun
 * Shin Seong-il
 * Yoon Jeong-hee
 * Park Nou-sik
 * Namkoong Won
 * Han Mun-jeong
 * Sin Il-ryong
 * Do Kum-bong
 * Hwang Hae
 * O Cheon-pyeong