Yang Gook-hwa (Korean: 양 국화) is a nineteen-year-old country girl who leaves Yanbian and travels to Seoul because she is marrying Hong Soon-goo (Korean: 홍 순구), the third son in an average but respectable family. When she arrives in Seoul, however, she finds out that her fiancé has just died in a terrible car accident. Instead of returning to Yanbian, she decides to stay and create a new life in Korea while sending money back to her aunt and uncle.
In a small Bulgarian village, a young orphan boy named Dimitar dreams of a better life, longing to escape his bleak reality. His chance comes when he befriends a seemingly kind stranger who promises him opportunities in the city. However, this encounter soon plunges Dimitar into a world far more dangerous and complex than he ever imagined, forcing him to confront the harsh truths about trust and survival.
Pure in Heart received a mixed to positive reception, particularly praised for its poignant portrayal of childhood innocence juxtaposed with harsh realities. While some critics found the pacing a bit slow at times, the film was largely lauded for its emotional depth and strong performances, especially from its young lead.
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This film was recognized at various international film festivals, including receiving an award at the Cottbus Film Festival of Young East European Cinema.
The film was shot in the Rhodope Mountains region of Bulgaria, lending a visually striking and authentic backdrop to the narrative.
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