Scent of A Man
Based on a mega popular bestseller of Korea, this drama is somewhat like the drama Snowman because of the fact that the step-sister falls in love with her step-brother and vice versa. Hyuk-soo is somewhat a cliched Korean character. Good at fighting and smart, but chooses the wrong path (almost as if he's forced to be a jopok); has morals; is loyal; and most importantly, loves one woman only. Eun-hae's mom and Hyuk-soo's dad, both widowed for a long time, fall in love and decide to get married before Eun-hae's mom dies. While this is going on, Hyuk-soo and Eun-hae meet. Automatically they know they are in love, but since they become family, Hyuk-soo looks at her in a way an older brother should ... or does he?
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Plot Summary
A blind, retired Army lieutenant colonel, Frank Slade, hires a young man, Charlie Simms, to be his guide for a holiday weekend in New York City. While Frank intends to indulge in a hedonistic farewell to life, Charlie finds himself entangled in the colonel's dark plans, all while navigating his own moral dilemmas at a prestigious prep school.
Critical Reception
Scent of a Woman received generally positive reviews from critics, with particular praise directed at Al Pacino's performance. While some found the film's plot predictable or overly sentimental, the consensus highlighted its emotional impact and the compelling portrayal of its central characters.
What Reviewers Say
- Al Pacino delivers a tour-de-force performance as the blind and abrasive Colonel Slade.
- The film's emotional core, while sometimes leaning into melodrama, effectively explores themes of mentorship and finding one's way.
- Despite a somewhat conventional narrative, the strong acting and poignant moments resonate with audiences.
Google audience: Audiences largely appreciated Al Pacino's captivating performance and the film's emotional depth. Many found the character development compelling and the story moving, though some noted predictable plot elements.
Awards & Accolades
Al Pacino won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his role as Frank Slade. The film also received a nomination for Best Picture.
Fun Fact
The iconic 'Hoo-ah!' scene was not originally in the script; Al Pacino improvised it during filming.
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