You Are the Apple of My Eye (Korean: 그 시절, 우리가 좋아했던 소녀) is a 2024 South Korean coming-of-age romance film. It is based on the semi-autobiographical novel of the same name by Taiwanese author Giddens Ko. The film, the feature directorial debut of Cho Young-myoung, is a remake of the 2011 Taiwanese film of the same name. The film, starring Dahyun and Jung Jin-young, follows immature Jin-woo, who spent countless days before confessing to his first love Seon-ah at the age of 18.[1]
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| Hangul | 그 시절, 우리가 좋아했던 소녀 |
| Literal meaning | The girl we liked back then |
| Revised Romanization | Geu sijeol, uriga johahaetdeon sonyeo |
| Directed by | Cho Young-myoung |
| Written by | Cho Young-myoung |
| Based on | The Girl We Chased Together in Those Years by Giddens Ko |
| Produced by | Song Dae-chan |
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| Cinematography | Hong Jae-sik |
| Edited by | Kim Man-guen |
| Music by | Lee Jong-myoung (Ecobridge) |
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| Distributed by | K-Movie Entertainment |
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| Country | South Korea |
| Language | Korea |
The film had its world premiere at the 29th Busan International Film Festival on October 3, 2024.[2][3]
Synopsis
editYou Are the Apple of My Eye vividly portrays the vibrant moments of youth in the 2000s, the subtle emotions of first love, and the intricate journey of a first love spanning 15 years.
Jinwoo (Jung Jin-young) and his friends each navigating the highs and lows of adolescence. However, they all share a fascination with Seon-ah (Dahyun), the graceful and beautiful model student who seems like an unattainable dream, despite being in the same class. Despite their different personalities and academic standings, Jin-woo and Seon-ah form a close bond by appreciating each other’s unique qualities. Their relationship traverses challenging phases of high school.
Cast
edit- Dahyun as Seon-ah
- Jung Jin-young as Jin-woo
- Shin Jun-chul
- Demian
- Lee Min-goo
- Kim Yo-han
- Kim Min-ju
- Lee Seung-jun
Production
editIn May 2024, JYP Entertainment reported that Dahyun was cast as the female lead in the Korean remake of You Are the Apple of My Eye. They further reported, "We have received an offer for the work and are currently reviewing it."[4] Jung Jin-young's agency Management Run also confirmed his appearance in the film.[5]
After completing the casting, principal photography began in early June 2024.[6]
Release
editYou Are the Apple of My Eye premiered at the 29th Busan International Film Festival in Korean Cinema - Panorama section on October 3, 2024.[2]
The film has been sold overseas in 8 countries including Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand.[6]
References
edit- ^ Rosser, Michael (May 14, 2024). "Korean remake of 'You Are The Apple Of My Eye' heads to Cannes market (exclusive)". Screen Daily. Retrieved September 9, 2024.
- ^ a b "The 29th Busan International Film Festival: Selection List". Busan International Film Festival. September 3, 2024. Retrieved September 9, 2024.
- ^ Jo Yeon-kyung (September 8, 2024). "진영·다현 부국제 찾는다 '그 시절, 우리가 좋아했던 소녀' 초청" [Jinyoung and Dahyun are looking for the Bujeokjeok 'The Girl We Loved Back Then' invited]. JTBC (in Korean). Naver. Retrieved September 9, 2024.
- ^ Ahn Tae-hyun (May 13, 2024). "트와이스 다현, 韓리메이크 '그 시절, 우리가 좋아했던 소녀' 주연 물망" [Twice's Dahyun, Lead Role in Korean Remake of 'The Girl We Loved Back Then']. News 1 (in Korean). Naver. Retrieved September 9, 2024.
- ^ Kim Chae-yeon (May 17, 2024). "진영, 영화 '그 시절, 우리가 좋아했던 소녀' 출연 확정..풋풋한 첫사랑 비주얼" [Jinyoung confirmed to appear in the movie 'The Girl We Loved Back Then'.. Fresh first love visuals]. OSEN (in Korean). Naver. Retrieved September 9, 2024.
- ^ a b Jeong Yu-jin (June 10, 2024). "진영♥다현 '그 시절, 우리가 좋아했던 소녀' 한국판, 크랭크인" [Jinyoung♥Dahyun 'Back in the Days, The Girl We Loved' Korean Version, Cranking In]. News 1 (in Korean). Naver. Retrieved September 9, 2024.
