The hero of this film toiled was a lighthouse keeper before Korea's liberation in World War II. He suffered many indignities and mistreatment by the Japanese, who were then occupying Korea. After the liberation, he leads a better life, and despite his advanced age, he keeps the lighthouse in full working order, in devotion to his country and doesn't rely on recognition or praise. Lighthouse is a quiet revolution drama, which makes it clear that a meritorious fate can also stand behind an unassuming person.
| Release Date | January 30, 1983 | |
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| Status | Released | |
| Original Title | 등대 | |
| Runtime | 1h 19min | |
| Budget | — | |
| Revenue | — | |
| Language | Korean | |
| Original Language | Korean | |
| Production Countries | North Korea | |
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