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A Good High School Student
Seung-Hyeon was good in the study at a high school at Mokpo city (Southwestern city in Korean Peninsula), and is excellent in the sports. He is transferred to another school. In new high school, a student named Sam-Yuk can exercise strong physical strength and do sports game well, but is poor in the study. Both young students compete each other in various fields, and Sam-Yuk is steadily influenced by Seung-Hyeon to devote himself to the study to become an exemplary student.
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Plot Summary
A rural family struggles with the challenges of raising their teenage daughter in the 1950s. As she navigates adolescence, peer pressure, and the expectations of her parents, the family confronts difficult decisions about her future and their own values. The film explores themes of tradition, change, and the enduring bonds of family.
Critical Reception
A Good High School Student received a generally positive reception for its heartfelt portrayal of family dynamics and its nostalgic look at a bygone era. Critics often praised the performances, particularly from the lead actors, and the film's ability to tackle sensitive issues with grace. While some found the narrative somewhat conventional, it was widely appreciated as a wholesome and moving family drama.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its touching portrayal of family life and strong performances.
Appreciated for its sensitive handling of adolescent challenges.
Seen as a nostalgic and heartwarming, if somewhat predictable, drama.
Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's emotional resonance and relatable characters, with many appreciating its focus on family values and its authentic depiction of the past.
Fun Fact
The film was based on the novel 'A Summer Remembered' by Janet Gentry.
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