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Peppermint Candy

"A travel back in time to find a man's lost innocence."

January 1, 2000 2h 11m 7.5/10 (276 votes)

Originally released in 2000. Peppermint Candy is a drama film. directed by Lee Chang-dong. With a runtime of 2h 11m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Sul Kyung-gu, Moon So-ri, and Kim Yeo-jin

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.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 1, 2000 26 years ago
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Runtime 2h 11m 131 minutes total
User Rating 7.5/10 Great (276 votes)
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Language Korean Original language
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Country Japan + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
KO

Production Companies

  • East Film
  • Dream Venture Capital
  • NHK
  • UniKorea Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Peppermint Candy about?

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 serio...

Who directed Peppermint Candy?

Peppermint Candy was directed by Lee Chang-dong.

How long is Peppermint Candy?

Peppermint Candy has a runtime of 2 hours and 11 minutes (131 minutes total).

When was Peppermint Candy released?

Peppermint Candy was released on January 1, 2000 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Peppermint Candy?

The main cast of Peppermint Candy includes Sul Kyung-gu, Moon So-ri, Kim Yeo-jin, Suh Jung, Go Seo-hee.

Is Peppermint Candy worth watching?

Peppermint Candy has a user rating of 7.5/10 based on 276 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.