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Masquerade

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Though it places his own life in danger, a look-alike commoner (Lee Byung-hun) secretly takes the place of a poisoned king to save his country from falling into chaos.

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Marjorie Baumgarten Austin Chronicle 03/15/2013
2.5/5
Competently directed, the real pleasure in this high-grossing South Korean film lies in its performances, which lighten the regal solemnity with comic warmth. Go to Full Review Bill Goodykoontz Arizona Republic 02/07/2013
3.5/5
There are plenty of antecedents for the story, like "The Prince and the Pauper" and "Dave." But what it lacks in originality, it makes up for in Lee's performance. Go to Full Review Anton Bitel Sight & Sound 11/30/2012
a somewhat sentimental tale of royal intrigue and romance; a crash course on the claustrophobic, often bizarre details of courtly life; and a showcase for the acting talents of Korean superstar Lee Byung-hun, in dual roles. Go to Full Review William Schwartz HanCinema 11/16/2019
Even though Ha-sun is impersonating a King, it's the small changes he makes that cause the most dramatic impact. Go to Full Review Elias Savada Film Threat 06/06/2013
3.5/5
Following in the long tradition of lavish Asian epics, this new South Korean entry is a beautiful addition to the genre of period prince-and-the pauper themed films. Go to Full Review Marc Mohan Oregonian 02/14/2013
B+
As entertainment, it's a decidedly unstuffy costume drama that's compelling to the end. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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12/02/2021 The best Korean movie. See more 06/20/2021 Great movie showing court life and all its intricacies as well as the weight of being royalty. Highly recommend it. Besides, it stars Lee Byung-hun. :) See more 09/04/2020 Korean cinema has really improved a lot and I hope Hollywood can improve See more 09/01/2020 One of the finest role of Lee Byung-hun. The movie is inspiring and makes you wish to watch more and the ending... well, I'll leave it you. I suggest you watch the "crowned clown" as well. See more 01/07/2018 If I had to pick the best korean film that is non-crime,this will be it. It's funny and full of adventure. Story is amazing. You will fall in love with it and you'll watch it over and over again. See more flixster f 08/07/2016 Formulaic, but thanks to the performances and execution, it's reasonably entertaining. See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Choo Chang-min

Director

Lee Byung-hun

King Gwang-hae

Han Hyo-joo

Queen

Ryu Seung-ryong

Heo Gyun

Kim In-kwon

Do

Jang Gwang

Eunuch

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Masquerade

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Movie Info

Synopsis Though it places his own life in danger, a look-alike commoner (Lee Byung-hun) secretly takes the place of a poisoned king to save his country from falling into chaos.
Director
Choo Chang-min
Screenwriter
Hwang Jo-yun
Distributor
CJ Entertainment
Production Co
CJ Entertainment
Genre
History, Drama
Original Language
Korean
Release Date (Theaters)
Sep 21, 2012, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Jan 5, 2017
Box Office (Gross USA)
$922.6K
Runtime
2h 11m
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