Venus and Mars (2007 Film)

Venus and Mars (Korean: 싸움; RR: Ssaum) is a 2007 South Korean romantic comedy film directed by Han Ji-seung. The film explores the turbulent relationship between a married couple, Jin-a and Sang-min, as they navigate the complexities of their clashing personalities.

Venus and Mars promotional poster — Promotional poster for the 2007 film Venus and Mars.

Plot

The narrative centers on Jin-a and Sang-min, a couple whose marriage is defined by constant bickering and escalating conflict. Despite initial attempts to reconcile and build a lasting life together, their differences prove difficult to overcome. Sang-min is portrayed as an indifferent husband whose behavior frequently frustrates Jin-a, while Jin-a becomes increasingly tense and reactive in response to their failing dynamic. Eventually, the couple decides to separate, leading to a period of intense psychological and physical confrontation as they engage in a bitter, ongoing dispute.

Cast

The film features a central cast of two primary leads supported by a variety of character actors:

Sol Kyung-gu as Sang-min
Kim Tae-hee as Jin-a
Jeon Soo-kyeong as Hwang-mi
Seo Tae-hwa as Tae-hwa
Lim Ha-ryong as an attorney

Actor Sol Kyung-gu — Sol Kyung-gu, who plays the role of Sang-min.

Actress Kim Tae-hee — Kim Tae-hee, who plays the role of Jin-a.

Actress Jeon Soo-kyeong — Jeon Soo-kyeong, who plays the role of Hwang-mi.

Actor Seo Tae-hwa — Seo Tae-hwa, who plays the role of Tae-hwa.

Actor Lim Ha-ryong — Lim Ha-ryong, who plays the role of an attorney.

Production

Venus and Mars was directed by Han Ji-seung, who also contributed to the screenplay alongside Lee Jae-yoon. The film was produced by Kim In-soo and features cinematography by Kim Jae-ho. It was released in South Korea on December 12, 2007, with a runtime of 102 minutes. The production and distribution were handled by Cinema Service.

Scene from the film — A scene from the film Venus and Mars.