“Untold Scandal” (2003) is a South Korean historical drama based on the classic French novel Les Liaisons Dangereuses. Set in the 18th century, it tells the story of two aristocrats, the scheming and manipulative Lady Jo and the notorious seducer, the Count, who use their charms to corrupt a young woman, Soon-duk, for their own amusement. As the story unfolds, power, betrayal, and desire intertwine, leading to tragic consequences. The film explores themes of manipulation, seduction, and the complexities of human emotions in a rigid social structure, making it a compelling and visually stunning tale of moral ambiguity.
