Yi San Korean Drama Vol. 1 DVD Limited Edition

A phenomenal wave of fusion " sageuk" (or periodic drama) continues to raid the small screens in Korea. While Jumong, Four Gods, Dae Jo Young and Yeon Gae Somun all channeled their focus on the earlier part of Korean history, the latest influx of sageuk sees a trend of returning to the Joseon era. In particular, two historical dramas, namely KBS's Hansungbulgok and cable channel CGV's Eight Days, recently offered their take on the reigning era of King Jeong Jo (1776-1800), the 22nd monarch of Joseon Dynasty. MBC now joins the bandwagon, offering their unique take on the legacy of a popular king remembered as one of the greatest leaders in Korean history. Adopting King Jeong Jo's pre-imperial name of Yi San, director Lee Byung Hoon (Dae Jang Geum, Hur Jun) presents Yi San. This fusion drama chronicles the life of King Jeong Jo, who fought for commoners' rights and bureaucratic reformation. Far exceeding the ratings of its competitors like The King And I and Kwon Sang Woo's Bad Love,