The film traces the life of Hwang Jin Yi, a 16th century gisaeng – a female entertainer-artist similar to the Japanese geisha – remembered as both a distinguished poet and alluring femme fatale.
Born into a respected noble family, the charming Hwang leads a peaceful life in the city of Songdo. But when her scandalous birth secrets are revealed, she voluntarily chooses the lowly life of a gisaeng.
Hwang, brought to life by Song Hye-gyo, evolves from an innocent damsel to smoldering
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