The Way (2017 South Korean Film)
The Way (Korean: 길; RR: Gil) is a 2017 South Korean drama film directed by Jang In-Bong. The film is structured as an omnibus, presenting three distinct narratives that explore the experiences, challenges, and emotional landscapes of elderly individuals.
Plot
The film follows three separate stories focusing on the lives of older protagonists:
- Soon-Ae (played by Kim Hye-Ja): A wealthy woman who experiences profound loneliness due to a fractured relationship with her children.
- Sang-Bum (played by Song Jae-Ho): A man who has raised his granddaughter independently following the passing of his wife. As the story progresses, he prepares to open a bakery.
- Soo-Mi (played by Heo Jin): A woman grappling with deep grief and thoughts of suicide following the death of her son.
Production and Release
The film was directed by Jang In-Bong, with cinematography by Lee Young-Jin. It held its world premiere at the Jeonju International Film Festival on April 28, 2017, before receiving a general theatrical release in South Korea on May 11, 2017. The film has a total runtime of 87 minutes.
Cast
The film features an ensemble cast including:
- Kim Hye-Ja as Soon-Ae
- Song Jae-Ho as Sang-Bum
- Heo Jin as Soo-Mi
- On Joo-Wan as the repairman
