Fair Love
Fair Love

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Fair Love

2010
Movie
115 min
Korean

Hyung-man is in his fifties and has regrettably never dated. After having lost all his, Hyung spends his monotonous and frustrating life in his photo studio. One day, Hyung decides to pay his fraudulent friend, Ki-hyuk, a visit, after having heard that he is dying of cancer. Ki-hyuk requests that Hyung look after his daughter, Nam-eun, once in a while after he dies. After Ki-yuk passes away, Hyung decides to visit his friend’s daughter. Noticing that Nam is more distressed over the death of her pet cat than her father, Hyung decides to look after her once in a while. Nam-eun too finds her father’s silly and unmarried friend quite interesting. Using Hyung’s dirty laundry as an excuse, Nam frequently visits Hyung, gradually expressing her feelings for him. Although awkward and surprised at first, Hyung too is curious about his feelings for his friend’s daughter. Soon, Hyung who was once simply Nam’s father’s friend becomes her man and they begin a series of unusual dates.

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IMDb7.1/10
Director: Jojo JacobGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

Set in a rural village, the film tells the story of two inseparable friends whose lives take a turn when a woman enters their lives. Their bond is tested as love blossoms between one of them and the woman, leading to complex emotional situations and challenges.

Critical Reception

Fair Love received mixed to negative reviews from critics. While some appreciated its attempt at exploring friendship and love, many found the screenplay to be predictable and underdeveloped. The performances were also met with varying opinions, with some finding them adequate and others lacking depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's narrative struggles with pacing and a lack of originality.

  • Performances are a mixed bag, with some actors delivering more compelling portrayals than others.

  • The romantic elements and friendship dynamics feel somewhat forced and unconvincing.

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Fun Fact

The film was reportedly shot in and around the scenic locales of Kerala, aiming to capture the essence of rural life and relationships.

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