The Road to the Racetrack (1991 Film)
The Road to the Racetrack (Korean: 경마장 가는 길; RR: Gyeongmajang ganeun kil) is a 1991 South Korean drama film directed by Jang Sun-woo. The film is noted for its exploration of interpersonal dynamics and cultural displacement.
Plot
The narrative follows a Korean man who returns to his home country after spending several years studying in France. Upon his arrival, he faces the pressures of familial expectations and his responsibilities toward his aging parents. His transition is further complicated by the unexpected arrival of his lover from France, which introduces significant tension into his life.
Cast
The film features the following primary cast members:
- Kang Soo-yeon as J
- Moon Sung-geun as R
- Im Jong-mi as R's younger sister
- Kim Bo-yeon as R's wife
- Kwon Il-jong as R's mother
- Lee In-ok as R's elder sister
- Yoon Il-joo as R's father
- Kim Sun-kyung
- Hong Suk-youn as R's brother-in-law
Production
The film was directed by Jang Sun-woo and based on a screenplay by Ha Il-ji. It was released in South Korea on December 12, 1991, with a total runtime of 138 minutes.