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Peppermint Candy (2000)

"A travel back in time to find a man's lost innocence."

7.520002h 11mKO
Drama

Directed by Lee Chang-dong

Rating

7.5/10

Runtime

2h 11m

Language

KO

Release

January 1, 2000

Director

Lee Chang-dong

Official Trailer

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Overview

In the spring of 1999, a group of old friends gather to celebrate their 20 year reunion. Among the group is Yeong-ho, a cold, unhappy man, whose demeanor puts a damper on the festivities. The seriousness of Yeong-ho's depression becomes apparent when he climbs a railroad bridge and looks like he mig...

Cast

Sul Kyung-gu

Sul Kyung-gu

Kim Yeong-ho

Moon So-ri

Moon So-ri

Yun Sun-im

Kim Yeo-jin

Kim Yeo-jin

Hong-ja

Suh Jung

Suh Jung

Miss Lee

Go Seo-hee

Go Seo-hee

Kyeong-ah

Kim In-kwon

Kim In-kwon

Sergeant Lee

Lee Dae-yeon

Lee Dae-yeon

Detective Kang

Gong Hyung-jin

Gong Hyung-jin

Detective Song

Kim Kyung-ik

Kim Kyung-ik

Park Myung-sik

Park Se-bum

Park Se-bum

Shin Kwang-man

Jeong Woo-hyuk

Jeong Woo-hyuk

Corporal Park

Yoo Yeon-soo

Yoo Yeon-soo

Detective Lee

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Peppermint Candy (2000), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In the spring of 1999, a group of old friends gather to celebrate their 20 year reunion. Among the group is Yeong-ho, a cold, unhappy man, whose demeanor puts a damper on the festivities. The seriousness of Yeong-ho's depression becomes apparent when he climbs a railroad bridge and looks like he might jump. At this crucial moment, memories of seven crucial episodes from Yeong-ho's past flood his mind.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

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

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

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

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