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South Korean Cinema

Dongkeo, Dongrak (2008 Film)

Dongkeo, Dongrak (Korean: 동거, 동락) is a South Korean film released on March 27, 2008. Directed by Kim Tae-Hie, the film explores the complexities of modern relationships and the definition of family through an entangled narrative involving four main characters.

Promotional poster for the film Dongkeo, Dongrak
Promotional poster for the film Dongkeo, Dongrak

Plot

The story centers on Jeong-Im, a woman who navigates a difficult transition after divorcing her husband, who reveals he is gay. Her life becomes complicated when she engages in a brief relationship with a younger man named Byeong-seok, only to discover that he is her daughter's boyfriend. Simultaneously, Jeong-Im encounters her first love, Seung-rok, who moves into her apartment building. As they begin to reconnect, it is revealed that Seung-rok is actually Byeong-seok's father. These overlapping connections force the characters to confront their personal conflicts and reflect on the meaning of family.

Scene from Dongkeo, Dongrak
A scene from the film
Character interaction in Dongkeo, Dongrak
Character interaction in the film
Still from Dongkeo, Dongrak
Still from the film
Still from Dongkeo, Dongrak
Still from the film
Still from Dongkeo, Dongrak
Still from the film
Still from Dongkeo, Dongrak
Still from the film
Still from Dongkeo, Dongrak
Still from the film
Still from Dongkeo, Dongrak
Still from the film
Still from Dongkeo, Dongrak
Still from the film

Cast

  • Kim Cheong
  • Cho Youn-Hee
  • Kim Dong-Wook
  • Jung Seung-Ho
  • Im Hyeon-Seong
  • Gil Hae-Yeon
  • Lee Hong-Pyo
  • Park Sun-Hye
  • Choi Hye-Jung
  • Yeo Min-Goo
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