Green Grape Candy (2012 Film)
Green Grape Candy (Korean: 청포도 사탕; RR: Chung Podo Satang) is a 2012 South Korean mystery-drama film written and directed by Kim Hee-Jung. The film explores the psychological impact of past trauma on the lives of women as they confront long-buried secrets.
Plot
The narrative centers on Sun-Joo, played by Park Jin-Hee, who attempts to maintain a quiet life until an unexpected event forces her to confront a painful past. Her journey toward healing becomes intertwined with a mysterious woman named So-Ra, portrayed by Park Ji-Yoon. As the two navigate their shared history, a third woman, Jung-Eun (Kim Jeong-Nan), emerges as a pivotal figure holding the key to the truth they seek.
Production
The film was directed and written by Kim Hee-Jung, with production duties handled by Jo Chang-Ho. Principal photography for the project took place in South Korea between July 9, 2011, and August 19, 2011.
Cast
- Park Jin-Hee as Sun-Joo
- Park Ji-Yoon as So-Ra
- Kim Jeong-Nan as Jung-Eun
- Choi Won-Young as Ji-Hoon
- Ahn Nae-Sang as Manager Park
- Lee Se-Young as bank customer
- Lee Yoo-Mi as young Sun-Joo
- Kang Min-Ah as young So-Ra
Release and Festivals
Green Grape Candy held its world premiere on August 25, 2012, at the Cinema Digital Seoul Film Festival. It received a general release in South Korea on September 6, 2012. The film was also featured in international competition at the 28th Warsaw Film Festival and the 13th TOKYO FILMeX.
