You're My Pet (2011 South Korean Film)
You're My Pet (Korean: 너는 펫; RR: Neoneun Pet) is a 2011 South Korean romantic comedy film directed by Kim Byung-kon. The film is based on the Japanese manga series Kimi wa Pet by Yayoi Ogawa, which was serialized from 2000 to 2005 and received the Kodansha Manga Award in 2003.
Plot
The story follows Ji Eun-yi (Kim Ha-neul), a successful fashion magazine editor who struggles with interpersonal relationships. Her life changes when she encounters Kang In-ho (Jang Keun-suk), a former ballet dancer who has abandoned dancing after an accidental injury involving a partner. In-ho, currently seeking a career as a musical choreographer, finds himself in need of housing. Through a series of circumstances involving Eun-yi's younger brother, In-ho ends up living in Eun-yi's apartment. Reminded of her former pet dog, Eun-yi proposes an unconventional arrangement: she will allow In-ho to stay if he agrees to act as her pet. As they navigate this unusual living situation, their relationship evolves.
Production
Production for the film began on May 16, 2011, with initial scenes shot in Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan. The filming process spanned 100 days, concluding on August 28, 2011. To prepare for his role as a dancer, actor Jang Keun-suk underwent professional dance training. A press event was held on July 6, 2011, at the Diplomatic Residence Complex in Seongbuk-dong, Seoul, where the production team filmed the scene depicting the first meeting between the two protagonists.
Cast
- Kim Ha-neul as Ji Eun-yi
- Jang Keun-suk as Kang In-ho
- Ryu Tae-joon as Cha Woo-sung
- Jung Yu-mi as Lee Young-eun
- Choi Jong-hoon as Ji Eun-soo
Reception
Following the film's release on November 10, 2011, Jang Keun-suk was recognized for his performance, winning the Most Popular Actor award at the 48th Paeksang Arts Awards in 2012.
