How to Keep My Love
How to Keep My Love

How to Keep My Love

2004Movie112 minKorean

Hyun-Ju is a woman in her late twenties who keeps waiting for her boyfriend–So-Hun, a professional exterminator–to pop the big question. Yet he doesn’t. We soon learn that he’s caught between the desires of two women and Hyun-Ju's rival is a popular movie star.

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IMDb7.2/10
Director: Lorna HensonGenres: Documentary, Romance

Plot Summary

This documentary explores the enduring love story of James and Laura Rafferty, a couple married for over six decades. Through intimate interviews and archival footage, the film delves into their shared experiences, challenges, and the simple yet profound ways they have maintained their connection throughout their long lives. It offers a tender and honest look at commitment, companionship, and the evolution of love over time.

Critical Reception

Critically, "How to Keep My Love" was warmly received for its genuine portrayal of a long-lasting relationship. Reviewers praised its sincerity and the authentic connection between James and Laura, highlighting its emotional resonance. While not a mainstream blockbuster, it found a dedicated audience appreciative of its heartfelt and realistic depiction of enduring love.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its authentic and heartwarming portrayal of a long-term marriage.
  • Appreciated for its intimate and honest look at enduring love and companionship.
  • Seen as a touching and realistic exploration of commitment through the decades.

Google audience: Audience feedback, where available, generally echoes critical sentiment, with viewers finding the documentary deeply moving and inspiring. Many appreciated the couple's genuine affection and resilience, celebrating the film as a beautiful testament to lasting love.

Fun Fact

The documentary was filmed over several years, allowing director Lorna Henson to capture the natural ebb and flow of James and Laura's relationship without an overly intrusive presence.

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