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The Housemaid

A newly hired housemaid disrupts the tranquil life of a married couple, exposing a complex web of emotions that challenge their harmonious relationship.

In 1960s Korea, a piano teacher named Mr. Kim is beset by scandal when a love letter from a student, Miss Kwak, is misinterpreted, leading to her suspension. Meanwhile, Mr. Kim's family is struggling to adjust to their new home and the demands of his wife's work. In an attempt to alleviate the workload, Mr. Kim hires a new housemaid, introduced by his private student Miss Kyung Hee Cho. However, the housemaid's erratic behavior and subsequent seduction of Mr. Kim lead to a series of devastating consequences, ultimately destroying the Kim family's life.

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Currently, you have the opportunity to watch "The Housemaid" by streaming it on the following platforms: The Criterion Channel. Additionally, viewers have the option to either rent or purchase "The Housemaid" on the following digital platforms: AppleTV, Amazon, VUDU.

Info about The Housemaid

Studio(s): Kim Ki-young Production, Korean Literature Films

Originally Released: United States, Nov 03, 1960

Production Country: South Korea

Genres:Crime, Drama, Horror

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