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Love in the Big City
대도시의 사랑법
2024 118 min South Korea 18+
★7.6
Romance, Drama
Director: E.oni
🎭 Based on
«Love in the Big City»
byPark Sang-young
Trailers
Description
When a carefree woman learns that her closeted friend is gay, the two form an inseparable bond and find comfort in each other's company.
Worldwide:
$6.23M
Starring
Kim Go-eun
Actor
Steve Sanghyun Noh
Actor
Salim Benoit
Actor
Awards
1 nomination
Key opinion
Love in the Big City is praised for its authentic exploration of identity and loyal friendship, offering a refreshing departure from conventional romantic tropes. While some viewers celebrate its depth and striking visual style, others find the narrative structure derivative and the character dynamics predictable.
| Theme | The film succeeds as a poignant character study that emphasizes the endurance of friendship through personal growth and societal pressure. | |
| Cinematography | The cinematography effectively captures the atmospheric allure of Seoul, utilizing neon lighting and urban landscapes to create a distinct visual identity. | |
| Ending | The narrative avoids traditional romantic resolutions, opting instead for a mature focus on individual self-discovery and the realities of modern cohabitation. | |
| Screenplay | Opinions on the screenplay are divided: supporters find the social commentary sharp and authentic, while critics dismiss the plot as a sterile collection of predictable clichés and contrived conflicts. |