Kim Jeong-ok
Acting
Born in Pyongyang in 1927. She graduated from Jinnampo Girls’ High School in South Pyongan Province. She began her theater career in the early 1940s. Recognized for her acting skills on stage, she was able to make her film debut in director Lee Kang-cheon's 1956 film The Idiot Adada. Since then, she has appeared in over 80 films, including Simcheongjeon, Seaside Village, and Forest Fire. New play performances such as Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (1959), Flock of Seagulls (1963), and Exchange (1966) by Shinhyup Theater Company, and musical performances such as Porgy and Bess (1962) by Drama Center.
Known for
A Female Boss
1959
Madam Freedom
1969
An Upstart
1961
Prince Yeonsan
1961
Full Ship
1967
Lee Chadon
1962
The Wedding Day
1956
Hwalbindang
1965
An Old Potter
1970
Sound of Magpies
1967
An Idiot Adada
1956
Flame in Valley
1967
Tyrant Yeonsan
1962
Rebirth
1969
A Returned Man
1960
Sinmungo
1963