
Peppermint Candy
7.5/10
Rating
131 min
Runtime
2000
Release Year
Lee Chang-dong
Director
Cast
Sul Kyung-gu, Moon So-ri, Kim Yeo-jin, Suh Jung, Go Seo-hee
Quick Synopsis
In the spring of 1999, a group of old friends meet to celebrate their 20-year reunion, including Yeong-ho, a man who appears cold and unhappy, affecting the mood of the gathering. As the event continues, Yeong-ho's deep depression becomes clear when he climbs onto a railroad bridge, seemingly preparing to jump. At this critical moment, he is overwhelmed by memories of seven significant events from his past, which reveal the reasons behind his current state.
Detailed Synopsis of Peppermint Candy
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.



