Miss Granny
Miss Granny

Movie spotlight

Miss Granny

2014
Movie
124 min
Korean

An unappreciated old granny magically turns 20 years old again and decides to make the most of her newfound youth.

Insights

IMDb7.1/10
Google Users94%
Director: Hwang Dong-seokGenres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Romance

Plot Summary

An elderly woman, who feels neglected by her family, magically transforms into her younger self after taking a mysterious photograph at a studio. Enjoying her newfound youth, she forms a band and pursues her long-lost dream of becoming a singer, all while trying to keep her true identity a secret from her loved ones.

Critical Reception

Miss Granny was a massive critical and commercial success in South Korea, praised for its heartwarming story, strong performances, and blend of humor and pathos. It resonated deeply with audiences for its themes of family, regret, and second chances.

What Reviewers Say

  • A charming and emotional comedy-drama with a unique fantasy premise.

  • Shim Eun-kyung delivers a standout performance, carrying the film with her youthful energy and mature portrayal.

  • The film successfully balances humor and touching moments, offering a thought-provoking exploration of aging and family.

Google audience: Audiences widely praised 'Miss Granny' for its heartwarming and touching story, finding it both funny and emotionally resonant. Many highlighted the excellent performances, particularly that of the lead actress, and the film's ability to evoke feelings of nostalgia and appreciation for family.

Awards & Accolades

Won Best Actress (Shim Eun-kyung) at the 50th Baeksang Arts Awards. Nominated for numerous other awards including Best Film and Best Screenplay.

Fun Fact

The film was a huge box office success in South Korea, becoming one of the highest-grossing domestic films of 2014 and spawning several international remakes in various countries, including China, Vietnam, and Japan.

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3 reviews
Hossein

Hossein

Poor directing, but great story with a lot of potential! I enjoyed this wholesome movie.

ColinJ

ColinJ

A quintessential crowd-pleaser and huge box office hit in Korea that has spawned multiple remakes throughout the world. Shim Eun-kyung gives a star-making performance as a cranky septaugenarian suddenly placed inside the body of her 20-y...

Reno

Reno

A Korean comedy-fantasy. One of the most admired senior actors by me from the Korean film industry is that Na Moon-Hee. So far I have watched some of her films and loved all of them. The title says it is her movie, but she did not stay much...