Jewel in the Palace
Jewel in the Palace
Starring Lee Young Ae, it tells the tale of an orphaned kitchen cook who went on to become the king's first female physician. In a time when women held little influence in society, young apprentice cook Jang Geum strives to learn the secrets of Korean cooking and medicine in order to cure the King of his various ailments. It is based on the true story of Jang-geum, the first female royal physician of the Joseon Dynasty. The main themes are her perseverance and the portrayal of traditional Korean culture, including Korean royal court cuisine and traditional medicine.
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Original title:Jewel in the Palace
Release date:2003-09-15
Duration:80 min
Genre:
Drama
Country:
South Korea
Rating:IMDb