HWANG Jin-yi, a legendary woman in the Joseon Dynasty, defied convention by becoming a gisaeng at 15 and by 18, she was the object of desire and envy of all. As a poet and courtesan, she was a trailblazer who lived life on her own terms, inspiring women in the 21st century. Her one true love was a man who had to abandon his identity and cross social boundaries to be with her, a revolutionary who dreamed of a new world. Despite societal expectations, HWANG Jin-yi remained committed to her love, becoming a heroine for the people.
Hwang Jin Yi
The movie chronicles the remarkable life of Hwang Jin Yi, a renowned 16th-century Korean courtesan.
