TV series

Rustic Period

2002–2003 · 1 season

A sweeping, serious historical drama that immerses you in Korea's turbulent 20th century through the eyes of a complex, strong-willed man.

Overview: This historical drama focuses on the life of Du-han Kim, who survived the times of trials and tribulations. It takes you inside the world of strong-willed men who had to live the dark days of Korean history.
How it feels: Dark, tense, earnest and melancholic. Measured and needs your attention.
About: Power, survival, crime, politics
Content: Strong violence. Mild gore, sexual content and language.
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Tone: darkstrength 2 of 3
tensestrength 2 of 3
earneststrength 2 of 3
melancholicstrength 1 of 3
Pacing: measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
Attention: engaged, 3 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
Themes: power
survival
crime
politics
betrayal
Places: big city
countryside
Era: period
Audience: adult
Form: serialised
Content intensity: Gore mild
Language mild
Violence strong
Sex mild