Push! Push! (1997 Film)

Push! Push! (Korean: 산부인과; RR: Sanbuingwa) is a 1997 South Korean drama film directed by Park Chul-Soo. The film explores the complexities of life, death, and social issues surrounding fertility and women's health within the setting of an obstetrics and gynecology clinic.

Promotional poster for the film Push! Push! (1997).

Plot

The narrative centers on two medical professionals: obstetrician Dr. Jung-Yeon Han (played by Hwang Shin-Hye) and gynecologist Dr. Min Hye-Suk (played by Bang Eun-Jin). As they manage their clinic, the two doctors navigate the emotional and physical challenges faced by their patients. Dr. Han seeks to address broader societal concerns regarding how modern South Korea treats issues of fertility, often exploring avenues such as authorship to voice her perspectives. This ambition creates tension with Dr. Min, who believes that Dr. Han is neglecting her primary duties at the clinic.

Production

The film was directed by Park Chul-Soo, with a screenplay written by Byun Won-Mi and Ji Sang Hak. It was produced by Kim Jong-Hak and Baek Jong-Hak. The film has a runtime of 95 minutes and was released in South Korea on May 31, 1997.

Cast

The film features an ensemble cast, including:

Hwang Shin-Hye as Dr. Jung-Yeon Han
Bang Eun-Jin as Dr. Min Hye-Suk
Shin Shin-Ae as Sister Park
Mi-Ae Cho as Sister Choi
Seo Kab-Sook as Cha Myung-jae
Jo Sun-Mook as Young-Hoon
Chu Kwi-Jung as Pregnant lunatic
Lee Jung-Hyun as Barmaid
Jang Young-Nam
Jung Jae-Young