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Perhaps Love (2021 Film)

Perhaps Love (Korean: 장르만 로맨스; RR: Jangreuman Romance) is a 2021 South Korean romantic comedy film directed by Jo Eun-Ji. The film follows the life of a struggling author and the interconnected relationships of those around him.

Poster for the film Perhaps Love
Promotional poster for the film Perhaps Love.

Plot

Hyun, played by Ryu Seung-Ryong, is a once-bestselling author who has been unable to publish a new work for seven years. His personal life is marked by a complex dynamic with his ex-wife, Mi-Ae (Oh Na-Ra), and their 19-year-old son, Sung-Kyung. While navigating his professional stagnation, Hyun encounters a talented student named Yoo-Jin (Mu Jin-Sung). The two begin a collaborative writing project that leads to unexpected personal developments.

Cast

Ryu Seung-Ryong
Ryu Seung-Ryong as Hyun.
Oh Na-Ra
Oh Na-Ra as Mi-Ae.
Kim Hee-Won
Kim Hee-Won as Soon-Mo.
Lee Yoo-Young
Lee Yoo-Young as Jung-Won.
Sung Yoo-Bin
Sung Yoo-Bin as Sung-Kyung.
Mu Jin-Sung
Mu Jin-Sung as Yoo-Jin.

Production

The film was directed by Jo Eun-Ji. Principal photography for Perhaps Love began on June 4, 2019, and concluded on September 13, 2019.

Awards

The film and its cast received recognition at several South Korean film awards in 2022:

  • 58th BaekSang Arts Awards: Best New Director (Jo Eun-Ji)
  • 43rd Blue Dragon Film Awards: Best Supporting Actress (Oh Na-Ra)
  • 58th Daejong Film Awards: Best New Actor (Mu Jin-Sung) and People's Award (Oh Na-Ra)
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