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The Hand of Destiny
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The Hand of Destiny

1954-12-14 · 85 min · ★ 6.5

Thriller

In-Ja, the madam of a cabaret is a mistress of the boss of espionage agent. She gathers information from the guests and gives it to Seon-Tae.

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Directors
Han Hyeong-mo
Production companies
Han Hyeong-mo Production
Countries
South Korea
Status
Released

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Lee HyangLee HyangShin Yeon-cheol
Yoon In-jaYoon In-jaMargaret / Jeongae
Ju Seon-taeJu Seon-taeBoss of spies

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