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Castaway on the Moon

Original title: Kimssi pyoryugi
  • 2009
  • PG-13
  • 1h 56m
IMDb RATING
7.9/10
21K
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Jeong Jae-yeong in Castaway on the Moon (2009)
A man jumps into the river. But he failed to kill himself and simply drifted to a nameless island in the river. One day, an isolated girl catches sight of a him living alone on an island through her binoculars. Day after day, his lonely but seemingly contented life triggers her curiosity and compels her to step out of her room after so many years.
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A failed suicide attempt leads a heartbroken man to live a life in the wilderness.A failed suicide attempt leads a heartbroken man to live a life in the wilderness.A failed suicide attempt leads a heartbroken man to live a life in the wilderness.

  • Director
    • Lee Hae-jun
  • Writer
    • Lee Hae-jun
  • Stars
    • Jeong Jae-yeong
    • Jung Ryeo-won
    • Young-Seo Park
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.9/10
    21K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Lee Hae-jun
    • Writer
      • Lee Hae-jun
    • Stars
      • Jeong Jae-yeong
      • Jung Ryeo-won
      • Young-Seo Park
    • 86User reviews
    • 49Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 8 wins & 8 nominations total

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    Jeong Jae-yeong
    Jeong Jae-yeong
    • Male Kim
    • (as JaeYoung Jung)
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    Jung Ryeo-won
    Jung Ryeo-won
    • Kim Jung-yeon
    Young-Seo Park
    Yang Mi-kyeong
    Yang Mi-kyeong
    • Female Kim's Mom
    • (as Yang Mi-kyung)
    Min-heui Hong
      Koo Kyo-hwan
      Koo Kyo-hwan
      Min Kyung-jin
      Min Kyung-jin
        Jeong-won Lee
        Kyung-Joon Lee
        • High School Kim
        Sang-Hun Lee
        Sang-il Lee
        Ri Min
        Hak Seon
        Jang So-yeon
        Jang So-yeon
        • Director
          • Lee Hae-jun
        • Writer
          • Lee Hae-jun
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        9Agatha666

        Excellent cinema

        I really loved this film. I am not a huge fan of Korean cinema but after this one I may have to rethink this. This is a funny, moving, great film about two people who find each other. It has been such a long time since something really excited me as much as this film did. No need for a remake this is perfect just as it is. The cinematography is creative and stunning and the dialog is clever and endearing. It is really a story about how a person disintegrates and is reborn and inspires another lost soul to wake up and come out into the sunlight. Reminds me a bit of Wristcutters. Grab some black bean noodles, curl up on the sofa and enjoy.
        8Misss25

        Weird, funny,amazing, words can't really describe enough

        This is the most weird, amazing survival movie, I have seen far. It is full of weird stuffs, survival techniques as well as good moral ''Never lose your hope''. Besides,It works as spell on viewers. It is hard to get distracted while watching this. It's funny moments are really hilarious. The main leads are superb ,and I really can't comment about male lead, he is just too good:)
        9adnilramos

        Excellent

        As the minutes tick by the similarity to the Tom Hanks movie evaporate, leaving nothing.

        If you insist on finding western movies of a similar title to compare it to, you'd find more parallels in Moon (2009).

        It is quite unique: very satisfying. As weirdly nourishing as the dish featured in the story.

        Just watch it. There isn't much to say without undermining the impact.

        Unfortunately the guidelines on IMDb require me to say some more so I'll add that in a few key places I wish the sub-titling was more comprehensive. The acting, in particular the girl, was excellent. Leaves one with a certain "mood" that does not dissipate quickly after the movie finishes.
        10oyahuasca

        A hidden gem of the far east

        Castaway on the Moon is a beautiful film about self-made reality and what is actually real, about our infinite connection to the natural world, and how nothing is ever final even when it seems so. Although the mainstream man will squirm and sigh at certain scenes where love is apparent, it is a part of the human world and this movie, so if you cannot handle it then it is not for you. I almost feel like not everyone is worthy of this movie. It has many instances of magical realism and fantasy. The atmosphere reminded me of Amelie. I would give it a 12 if I could.

        This movie is a gift, watch it.
        10shimuzu

        Won no Oscars, but won my heart!

        This film, although simple in premise is beautifully told, and superbly acted. Jae-Yeong Jeong has now become one of my favorite actors on the strength of this film. His range is incredible, and is deserved of an Oscar (Hollywood, take note). This film is incredibly easy to watch and entertaining. It will make you laugh out loud, and will also pull on those heartstrings. The comparisons to Tom Hank's Castaway is inevitable, but like other reviewers have said, it's way more than what Castaway had to offer. It's a real gem of a movie and is highly recommended.

        Bravo to all involved making this movie!

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        • Trivia
          The time stopping of the city at a certain day of the year does not refer to the Warsaw uprising. Twice a year in Korea they practice evacuation drill for all citizens in preparation for an attack from North Korea.
        • Quotes

          Female Kim: I take pictures of the moon because there is no one there. When there's no one, you cant feel lonely.

        • Connections
          Referenced in Kultursofaen (2011)

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        • Release date
          • May 14, 2009 (South Korea)
        • Country of origin
          • South Korea
        • Languages
          • Korean
          • English
        • Also known as
          • Kim's Island
        • Filming locations
          • Bamseom, Seoul, South Korea
        • Production companies
          • CJ Entertainment
          • Banzakbanzak
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        • Budget
          • $5,000,000 (estimated)
        • Gross worldwide
          • $3,732,224
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        • Runtime
          • 1h 56m(116 min)
        • Color
          • Color
        • Aspect ratio
          • 2.39:1

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