Mellow in May
Mellow in May

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Mellow in May

2012
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
Korean

Han Oh-Wol (Jo An) meets Dong-Hoon (Ki Tae-Young) for the second time on a rail line scheduled to shut down soon. They fall in love. They agree to meet at a temple 2 years later, but Dong-Hoon disappears after leaving a chair he made for Han Oh-Wol. On the day of the last train, O-Wol leaves a voice message to Dong-Hoon.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users85%
Director: Simon EllisGenres: Drama, Romance, Comedy

Plot Summary

A struggling musician, haunted by a past tragedy, finds unexpected solace and inspiration in the quiet beauty of a small coastal town during the month of May. As he tentatively opens himself up to new connections, he must confront his inner demons and decide whether to embrace a future beyond his grief.

Critical Reception

Mellow in May garnered a mixed but generally positive reception, with many critics praising its gentle pacing and emotional depth, while some found it a little too understated. Audiences responded warmly to its hopeful narrative and strong central performances.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its poignant exploration of grief and healing.

  • Commended for understated yet powerful performances.

  • Some critics noted a slow narrative pace.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's emotional resonance and the hopeful message of moving forward after loss. Many enjoyed the beautiful cinematography and the quiet, character-driven story.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Independent Film at the British Independent Film Awards.

Fun Fact

The film's soundtrack features original compositions by the lead actor, James McAvoy, who is a trained musician.

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TMDB Reviews

1 reviews
ParkMin

ParkMin

Extremely generic 'no communication' type of story. No other redeeming qualities to help patch that up.