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Quick Info

Rating

7.5/10

Release2000

Runtime2h 11m

StatusReleased

BudgetN/A

RevenueN/A

Production

East Film

Dream Venture Capital

NHK

UniKorea Pictures

Movie

Peppermint Candy

2000

2h 11m

7.5

Drama

Synopsis

In the spring of 1999, a group of old friends gather to celebrate their 20 year reunion. Among the group is Yeong-ho, a cold, unhappy man, whose demeanor puts a damper on the festivities. The seriousness of Yeong-ho's depression becomes apparent when he climbs a railroad bridge and looks like he might jump. At this crucial moment, memories of seven crucial episodes from Yeong-ho's past flood his mind.

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