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| ▲ This still of South Korean comedy film "Pretty Crazy" is provided by CJ ENM and filmmaker R&K. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap) |
SEOUL,
Aug. 7 (Yonhap) --
The upcoming South Korean film "Pretty Crazy" taps into that universal yearning for gentleness through its protagonist, Gil-gu, an unemployed young man played by Ahn Bo-hyun. Having quietly stepped away from the corporate grind, he bears no resentment and instead tends to his own emotional wounds in silence.
One day, a neighbor with a peculiar request turns to Gil-gu for help. Sun-ji (played by Lim Yoon-a), a seemingly calm and soft-spoken woman, transforms completely at dawn each day, as if possessed by another persona. Her father Jang-soo (Sung Dong-il), who struggles to care for her alone, asks Gil-gu to serve as her part-time guardian.
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| ▲ This still of South Korean comedy film "Pretty Crazy" is provided by CJ ENM and filmmaker R&K. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap) |
Though startled by the odd situation, Gil-gu accepts—and in doing so, his quiet demeanor and innate empathy begin to shine. Without fanfare, he adapts to Sun-ji’s moods, understanding what she likes and dislikes, never asserting his pride or suppressing his feelings, even when it puts him at a disadvantage.
Sun-ji, who had been throwing objects and eating dirt in her nighttime state, begins to thaw in the presence of Gil-gu’s steadfast kindness. His quiet persistence gradually breaks through her emotional barriers.
Pretty Crazy marks the return of director Lee Sang-geun, six years after his widely acclaimed debut Exit (2019). The new film blends family drama, romance and comedy, drawing both gentle laughter and unexpected emotional resonance.
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| ▲ This still of South Korean comedy film "Pretty Crazy" is provided by CJ ENM and filmmaker R&K. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap) |
Lim Yoon-a delivers a compelling dual performance as the gentle “daytime Sun-ji” and the fierce, chaotic “nighttime Sun-ji,” switching between the two with ease. Her portrayal adds a unique dynamic to the long list of eccentric daughters Sung Dong-il has played alongside in past works. As the beleaguered but warm-hearted father, Sung offers a pitch-perfect performance.
Ahn Bo-hyun’s portrayal of Gil-gu recalls a large, clumsy puppy—naïve, well-meaning and deeply endearing. His character serves as a reminder that in a chaotic world, softness and sincerity still hold quiet power.
Pretty Crazy opens in local theaters on Aug. 13. The film has a runtime of 112 minutes and is rated for viewers aged 12 and above.
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