Springtime (2004 Film)

Springtime (Korean: 꽃피는 봄이 오면; RR: Ggotpineun bomi omyeon) is a 2004 South Korean drama film directed by Ryu Jang-ha. The film explores themes of personal redemption and the transformative power of music through the story of a disillusioned musician who relocates to a remote mining town.

Promotional poster for the film Springtime.

Plot

Hyun-woo is a professional trumpeter whose career and personal life have stalled. Seeking an escape from his stagnant reality, he accepts a position as a music teacher at a junior high school in Dogye, a remote village. Upon arrival, he discovers a struggling wind ensemble composed of students with limited resources and aging equipment. As he works with the students to improve their skills, Hyun-woo begins to confront his own past and finds a renewed sense of purpose.

Cast

The film features an ensemble cast led by Choi Min-sik. Key cast members include:

Choi Min-sik as Hyun-woo
Kim Ho-jung as Yeon-hee
Jang Shin-young as Su-yeon
Kim Kang-woo as Ju-ho
Youn Yuh-jung as Mother
Lee Jae-eung as Jae-il

Production

Springtime was directed by Ryu Jang-ha, with a screenplay written by Lee Hae-jun, Lee Hae-yeong, Yoon Jae-keun, and Jung Heo Deok-jae. The film was produced by Jo Seong-won and distributed by Chungeorahm Films. It was released in South Korea on September 23, 2004, with a total runtime of 128 minutes.