Kim Heung-guk, Who Said "I Only Shed Tears Watching the Movie," Recommends This Film to Young People

Sharing Impressions of the Visit on YouTube Channel

The documentary film 'Geon-guk Jeonjaeng' (The Founding War), which deals with the personal and political life of Syngman Rhee, the first president of South Korea, is becoming a hot topic in the entertainment industry as well. Following singer Naul, Kim Heung-guk also recommended watching the film.

On the 14th, Kim Heung-guk shared his impressions of watching 'Geon-guk Jeonjaeng' through his YouTube channel 'Kim Heung-guk Deulidae TV.' He said, "I have never cried like this before. I feel ashamed that I have lived not knowing much about Syngman Rhee, the founding president of our country," adding, "I only shed tears while watching the movie. This is our country's history. I hope young people watch 'Geon-guk Jeonjaeng,'" repeatedly urging viewers.

Kim Heung-guk Recommends the Movie 'Geon-guk Jeonjaeng' Photo by YouTube

The film is a biographical movie highlighting the political career of the former president. Recently, it has become well-known among netizens as conservative political figures, professors, and YouTubers have mentioned it. Earlier, President Yoon Suk-yeol reportedly referred to 'Geon-guk Jeonjaeng' as "an opportunity to correctly understand history." Since its release on the 1st, it has attracted a cumulative audience of 382,158 people as of the 14th (according to the integrated box office data system).

Interest in the film has also spread to the entertainment industry. Recently, Naul posted the movie poster of 'Geon-guk Jeonjaeng' on Instagram. Although he did not express any particular opinion, he wrote a Bible verse known as the former president's last words: "For Christ has set us free to be free; stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery."

However, the film sparked political conflicts among some netizens. After Naul posted, some criticized him with comments such as "Naul is a 2-chick (conservative supporter)," and "I'm disappointed."

Similar confrontations continued in the video posted by Kim Heung-guk. Some viewers empathized, saying, "I also shed tears," and "The younger generation should watch this," while others responded sharply with comments like, "Do they really understand history properly?" and "I feel ashamed."

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