South Of the Sun
South Of the Sun

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South Of the Sun

2003
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
Korean

《태양의 남쪽》은 SBS에서 2003년 8월 30일부터 2003년 10월 19일까지 매주 토,일 밤 20시 50분에 방영되었던 드라마이다.

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IMDb4.7/10
Director: Patrick GrahamGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman, determined to escape her abusive past, gets involved with a dangerous man who promises her a new life. However, she soon discovers his true intentions and finds herself trapped in a web of crime and deceit. She must fight for her survival and find a way to break free from the darkness that surrounds her.

Critical Reception

South of the Sun received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences alike. While some praised its attempt at a gritty thriller, many found the plot predictable and the execution lacking. The performances were also a point of contention, with some being seen as over-the-top and others as uninspired.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a weak and convoluted plot.

  • Performances are largely unconvincing, failing to elevate the material.

  • Lacks the suspense and tension expected from a thriller.

Google audience: Audience reviews for South of the Sun are scarce, but those available suggest a general disappointment with the film's unoriginality and poor pacing. Many viewers found it to be a forgettable crime thriller that fails to deliver on its premise.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a much larger production, but faced significant budget cuts during its development, leading to a more stripped-down final product.

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