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Magic
Kang-jae grew up under a jobless, gangster father. When Kang-jae accidentally meets Lee Dae-hae and his son Sun-mo, he feels more attached to Dae-hae than to his own father. Through Dae-hae and Sun-mo, Kang-jae learns the basics of magic as well as what fatherly love really means. Sun-mo, on the other hand, has a love-hate relationship with his father, who only cares about magic and nothing else. Meanwhile, Sun-mo is heartbroken by Dan-young, who falls in love with Kang-jae. Before that Dan-young was living with Sun-mo, mistakenly thinking that he is her long-lost brother before she was adopted. Yun-jin, Dan-young’s stepsister, instantly falls in love with Kang-jae and Kang-jae decides to marry her, not for love but for the sake of fulfilling his own ambitions at the price of spurning Dan-young.
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Plot Summary
A recently released convict, Ben, returns to his hometown and finds a job at a local theater. There, he befriends a young boy, Marty, who believes Ben is a magician. Ben struggles to prove his innocence and regain the trust of the community, while also trying to reconnect with his estranged family.
Critical Reception
Magic (2004) is a heartwarming family drama that received a generally positive reception for its touching story and performances. While not a critical darling, audiences appreciated its themes of redemption and hope, making it a feel-good movie for all ages. It was particularly noted for its positive portrayal of second chances and the impact of community support.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its uplifting message and solid performances, especially from the lead.
Appreciated for its family-friendly nature and themes of forgiveness.
Some found the plot predictable, but emotionally resonant.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot in and around Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
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