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My Mother the Mermaid (2004)

"The precious moments buried deep in the sea."

6.5 โ˜…20041h 50mKO
RomanceFantasy

Directed by Park Heung-sik

Rating

6.5/10

Runtime

1h 50m

Language

KO

Release

June 30, 2004

Director

Park Heung-sik

Official Trailer

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Overview

Na-young works at a post office and is sick and tired of being around her shamefully unyielding mother and her pushover father who's excessively nice. The only thing that she can look forward to is her trip abroad in a few days. But one day, her father leaves home without any notice. Her mother does...

Cast

Jeon Do-yeon

Jeon Do-yeon

Na-young / Young Yeon-soon

Park Hae-il

Park Hae-il

Jin-kook

Goh Doo-shim

Goh Doo-shim

Yeon-soon

Park Myung-shin

Park Myung-shin

Bathhouse Owner

Shin Dong-hwan

Shin Dong-hwan

New Postman

Kim Choo-wol

Kim Choo-wol

BBQ Restaurant Owner

Lee Sun-kyun

Lee Sun-kyun

Do-hyeon

Yoon Ga-hyun

Yoon Ga-hyun

Diver 2

Lee Sung-min

Lee Sung-min

Fruit Store Owner

Lee Han-wi

Lee Han-wi

Jo Young-ho

Min Bok-gi

Min Bok-gi

[Father at company]

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into My Mother the Mermaid (2004), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Na-young works at a post office and is sick and tired of being around her shamefully unyielding mother and her pushover father who's excessively nice. The only thing that she can look forward to is her trip abroad in a few days. But one day, her father leaves home without any notice. Her mother doesn't care what happens to him and doesn't care to look for him. Na-young has no choice but to give up her dream trip abroad and to search for her father instead. Once she arrives at her parents' hometown, Na-young is shocked to meet someone she'd never expect, even in her dreams.

๐Ÿ›‘ Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of My Mother the Mermaid. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

๐Ÿ† Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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