Very Ordinary Couple (2013 Film)

Very Ordinary Couple (Korean: 연애의 온도; RR: Yeonaeui Wondo) is a 2013 South Korean romantic comedy film directed by Roh Deok. The film explores the complex and often volatile dynamics of a long-term relationship following a breakup.

Promotional poster for the film Very Ordinary Couple.

Plot

Jang Young (Kim Min-hee) and Lee Dong-hee (Lee Min-ki) are bank employees who have secretly dated for three years. Following their decision to end the relationship, they attempt to maintain a professional demeanor. However, the breakup quickly turns acrimonious after a public confrontation at a company dinner, where Dong-hee reacts with jealousy upon seeing Young interact with another man. The situation escalates into a series of petty retaliations, including the destruction of personal property and social media disputes, as both struggle to navigate life apart.

Production

The film was directed by Roh Deok, who also wrote the screenplay. Its early working title was Heeojida; Geuhwa Geunyeoui Inteobyu (literally "Breakup; Interview With Him and Her"). Principal photography commenced on August 15, 2012, and concluded on October 23, 2012. The final scene, featuring an awkward encounter between the two leads, was filmed at a park in Ilsan, South Korea.

Reception

Very Ordinary Couple opened at number one at the South Korean box office. During its opening weekend from March 22 to March 24, 2013, the film sold 538,871 tickets across 563 screens, accounting for 31.9% of the total ticket sales for that period.

Scene from the film — A scene from the film.

Awards

Best Actress: Kim Min-hee, 49th BaekSang Arts Awards (2013)
Best Feature Film: 16th Shanghai International Film Festival (2013)