The Way Home is a heartwarming drama, right? But there are some plot holes in this movie that are bigger than the ones in Swiss cheese. For example, we've got this young kid, Sang-woo, and his mom sends him to live with his grandma in the countryside. You know, like a "quality bonding time" kind of deal. But how is it that Sang-woo doesn't know a thing about his grandma or that she's even alive? Didn't they ever talk about family? And the Grandma is apparently more than old enough to have a daughter and a grandson who look like they just stepped out of a Gap commercial. It's like a math problem gone horribly wrong.
Anyway, we're then treated to Sang-woo's bad attitude and his struggles adjusting to rural life. The kid's basically a jerk, and you can't help but wonder why he's such a little punk. It's not like he had a rough life in the city; he's just obnoxious for no apparent reason.
Then there's the whole thing with Grandma. She's this sweet, kind woman who doesn't say a word but is full of love and care. It's touching, for sure, but also wildly unrealistic. She just goes along with all of Sang-woo's antics, never getting frustrated or angry. There's no way any person, no matter how patient, would put up with that nonsense without saying something.
And let's not even get started on that broken TV. It's just sitting there in her house, gathering dust like a relic from the stone age. And surprise, surprise, there's no electricity or satellite in sight. So, why's it there? Are we supposed to believe she's running a TV museum or something?
Now, I'm all for suspending disbelief in a movie, but this was just pushing it. We're talking giant plot holes here! It's like they were trying to see how many inconsistencies they could cram into one film. It's a whole new level of absurd.
Don't get me wrong, the acting is decent, and there are some touching moments in the film. And I know that The Way Home is a heartwarming tale about the transformative power of love and the bonds that form between generations. But it's also chock-full of plot holes that you just can't help but notice. So, if you can overlook the inconsistencies, it's a touching story, but if you're like me, you might find it not your cup of tea.
Anyway, we're then treated to Sang-woo's bad attitude and his struggles adjusting to rural life. The kid's basically a jerk, and you can't help but wonder why he's such a little punk. It's not like he had a rough life in the city; he's just obnoxious for no apparent reason.
Then there's the whole thing with Grandma. She's this sweet, kind woman who doesn't say a word but is full of love and care. It's touching, for sure, but also wildly unrealistic. She just goes along with all of Sang-woo's antics, never getting frustrated or angry. There's no way any person, no matter how patient, would put up with that nonsense without saying something.
And let's not even get started on that broken TV. It's just sitting there in her house, gathering dust like a relic from the stone age. And surprise, surprise, there's no electricity or satellite in sight. So, why's it there? Are we supposed to believe she's running a TV museum or something?
Now, I'm all for suspending disbelief in a movie, but this was just pushing it. We're talking giant plot holes here! It's like they were trying to see how many inconsistencies they could cram into one film. It's a whole new level of absurd.
Don't get me wrong, the acting is decent, and there are some touching moments in the film. And I know that The Way Home is a heartwarming tale about the transformative power of love and the bonds that form between generations. But it's also chock-full of plot holes that you just can't help but notice. So, if you can overlook the inconsistencies, it's a touching story, but if you're like me, you might find it not your cup of tea.