Holiday in Seoul
Holiday in Seoul

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Holiday in Seoul

1997
Movie
98 min
Korean

A hotel bellboy having recently been dumped falls in love with a leg model who's a regular guest at the hotel' she and her lover meet regularly in room 901. One day, her lover gets killed in a hit-and-run accident. Also around this hotel is a telephone operator, whom wishes to waste her time. Her fixation is with a taxi ride. When she gets into a cab, she doesn't tell the driver where to go, and the driver doesn't ask. They just speed along the city at night.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Kwak Jae-yongGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A young woman named Soo-hyun travels to Seoul hoping to find her biological father. She ends up getting involved with a group of people who are also seeking their own answers and connections in the bustling city. Through a series of humorous and sometimes chaotic encounters, they navigate relationships, uncover secrets, and discover what family truly means.

Critical Reception

Holiday in Seoul was a lighthearted romantic comedy that was generally received as a pleasant, albeit somewhat predictable, film. Audiences appreciated its comedic elements and the exploration of themes related to family and identity, though critics often pointed to its conventional storyline and execution.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its comedic moments and heartwarming themes.

  • Noted for its predictable plot but engaging characters.

  • Appreciated as a feel-good romantic comedy with a Korean setting.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this film is not readily available, but its genre suggests it would appeal to viewers looking for light entertainment and romantic storylines.

Fun Fact

The film was part of a trend of romantic comedies emerging from South Korea in the late 1990s, often focusing on urban life and relationship dynamics.

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