Sorry Apple (2008 Film)

Sorry Apple (Korean: 사과; RR: Sa-kwa) is a 2008 South Korean romantic drama film written and directed by Kang Yi-Kwan. The film explores the complexities of long-term relationships and the pressures of marriage through the perspective of its protagonist, Hyeon-Jeong.

Poster for the film Sorry Apple — Official promotional poster for the film Sorry Apple.

Plot

The story follows Hyeon-Jeong, played by Moon So-Ri, who finds herself suddenly single after her boyfriend of seven years, Min-Seok (Lee Sun-Kyun), abruptly ends their relationship. Faced with the emotional aftermath and societal pressures regarding marriage, she seeks a new partner. She eventually meets Sang-Hoon (Kim Tae-Woo), whose shy and awkward demeanor initially attracts her. As she decides to commit to a life with Sang-Hoon, her former partner Min-Seok attempts to reconcile, complicating her emotional journey.

Production and Release

The film's Korean title, Sa-kwa, carries a double meaning, referring to both an "apple" and an "apology." Although production was completed earlier, the film experienced a significant delay in its theatrical release. While it was originally scheduled to premiere in South Korean theaters in the spring of 2005, it remained unreleased for three years.

Reception

Despite the delay in its domestic theatrical run, Sorry Apple received recognition at international film festivals. It won the FIPRESCI Award at the 2005 Toronto International Film Festival and the Best New Screenplay award at the 2005 San Sebastian International Film Festival.

Cast

Moon So-Ri as Hyeon-Jeong
Lee Sun-Kyun as Min-Seok
Kim Tae-Woo as Sang-Hoon
Choi Jung-In as Hyeon-Jeong's co-worker
Choi Moo-Sung as Han-Soo
Park Soo-Young as Sang-Hoon's friend
Min Kyung-Ok as Sang-Hoon's mother
Joo Boo-Jin as Sang-Hoon's hometown relative
Seo Ji-Won as Hyeon-Jeong's colleague
Yeo Jin-Goo
Joo Jin-Mo
No-yun