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Little Forest

Original title: Liteul poleseuteu
  • 2018
  • PG-13
  • 1h 43m
IMDb RATING
7.3/10
4.9K
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Kim Tae-ri, Ryu Jun-yeol, and Jin Ki-joo in Little Forest (2018)
A young woman grows tired of life in the city and returns to her hometown in the countryside.
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A young woman grows tired of life in the city and returns to her hometown in the countryside.A young woman grows tired of life in the city and returns to her hometown in the countryside.A young woman grows tired of life in the city and returns to her hometown in the countryside.

  • Director
    • Soon-rye Yim
  • Writers
    • Daisuke Igarashi
    • Hwang Seong-gu
  • Stars
    • Kim Tae-ri
    • Jin Ki-joo
    • Ryu Jun-yeol
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    7.3/10
    4.9K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Soon-rye Yim
    • Writers
      • Daisuke Igarashi
      • Hwang Seong-gu
    • Stars
      • Kim Tae-ri
      • Jin Ki-joo
      • Ryu Jun-yeol
    • 37User reviews
    • 26Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 5 wins & 14 nominations total

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    Kim Tae-ri
    Kim Tae-ri
    • Hye-won
    Jin Ki-joo
    Jin Ki-joo
    • Eun-sook
    Ryu Jun-yeol
    Ryu Jun-yeol
    • Jae-ha
    Jeon Guk-hyang
    Jeon Guk-hyang
    • Bok-soon's aunt
    Jung Joon-won
    Jung Joon-won
    • Hoon-yi
    Moon So-ri
    Moon So-ri
    • Hye-won's Mother
    Park Won-sang
    Park Won-sang
    • Mailman
    • Director
      • Soon-rye Yim
    • Writers
      • Daisuke Igarashi
      • Hwang Seong-gu
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    8anisen-undefined

    One of the most beautiful films

    'Little Forest' (2018) was recommended by a film-buff friend just a few days back. Let me first say, I've been watching too many Korean films this year and have become addicted to them (consuming all kinds with relish - from 'Parasite' and 'Burning' to 'The Wailing' and 'Grass') and I searched for the synopsis/summary first. As I began watching thereafter, I realized that the so-called synopsis/summary did not do justice to its brilliance. 'Little Forest' is one of the best and one of the most beautiful films I have seen this year. So, without reading much about the film or its plot, just delve into it. It's worth experiencing. Especially in these trying times, as people all over the world have been struggling, this is a film that heals.
    9mandoossee

    Fantastic Movie

    Very simple movie with stylish narration. Acting and story telling is simple still leaves you with awe. Good watch.
    10EggOrChicken

    Americans can learn something here

    It took a little time to get wrapped up in the plot, but after that it was a pleasure to watch on many levels. Ultimately, I feel it's about the question of living a simple life or not, but it also touches on other important issues.
    7happylifelittle

    Beautiful

    After watching this film, I saw the life that should be. Simple and feels warm, a very beautiful film that deserves to be watched repeatedly. Little Forest makes me want to immediately retire from the city and start living in the countryside someday.
    8pokerking4128

    Almost ASMR

    Very relaxing and soft movie.

    Watched it after Handmaiden to see more Kim Tae Ri and wasn't dissapointed.

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    • Trivia
      Based on popular manga series "Little Forest" written & illustrated by Daisuke Igarashi (published in Monthly Afternoon from December, 2002 - July, 2005).
    • Connections
      Remake of Little Forest: Summer/Autumn (2014)

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    • Release date
      • February 28, 2018 (South Korea)
    • Country of origin
      • South Korea
    • Official site
      • Official site (Japan)
    • Language
      • Korean
    • Also known as
      • Pequeño bosque
    • Filming locations
      • North Gyeongsang, South Korea
    • Production company
      • Watermelon Pictures Co., Ltd.
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    • Gross worldwide
      • $8,350,466
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    Tech specs

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    • Runtime
      • 1h 43m(103 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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