The Way Home (Jibeuro) (2002) (PG)
synopsis
Seven-year-old Sang-woo is left with his grandmother in a remote village while his mother looks for work. Born and raised in the city, Sang-woo quickly comes into conflict with his old-fashioned grandmother and his new rural surroundings. Disrespectful and selfish, Sang-woo lashes out in anger, perceiving that he has been abandoned. He trades his grandmother's only treasure for a video game; he throws his food and he throws tantrums. When Sang-woo's mother finds work and finally returns for him, Sang-woo has become a different boy. Through his grandmother's boundless patience and devotion, he learns to embrace empathy, humility and the importance of family.
details
Drama
1 hr. 20 min.
Opened November 15th, 2002
MovieGoer Review
A rebellious young Korean boy from Seoul who is sent to the country to be in the temporary care of his handicapped peasant grandmother learns the importance of love and caring as a result of her kindness.
Story
When t... MORE
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synopsis
Seven-year-old Sang-woo is left with his grandmother in a remote village while his mother looks for work. Born and raised in the city, Sang-woo quickly comes into conflict with his old-fashioned grandmother and his new rural surroundings. Disrespectful and selfish, Sang-woo lashes out in anger, perceiving that he has been abandoned. He trades his grandmother's only treasure for a video game; he throws his food and he throws tantrums. When Sang-woo's mother finds work and finally returns for him, Sang-woo has become a different boy. Through his grandmother's boundless patience and devotion, he learns to embrace empathy, humility and the importance of family.
details
Drama
1 hr. 20 min.
Opened November 15th, 2002
MovieGoer Review
A rebellious young Korean boy from Seoul who is sent to the country to be in the temporary care of his handicapped peasant grandmother learns the importance of love and caring as a result of her kindness.
Story
When t... MORE
