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About Family

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2024 · 107 min Drama Comedy
6.9 / 10 · TMDB

Mu-ok is the self-made owner of the established restaurant 'Pyongmanok' that has been drawing long lines of customers before social media existed. He is deeply troubled by his only son, Moon-seok, whom he hoped would inherit the family legacy, becoming a monk, leaving him with no one to carry on the family name. While Mu-ok is devastated by the thought that his family line would end with him, young kids come to his restaurant claiming Moon-seok as their father! Mu-ok, now given a chance to continue his family's legacy, enjoys happiness like never before. Meanwhile, Moon-seok revisits his life before becoming a monk—and stumbles upon a shocking revelation…

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Original Title 대가족
Year 2024
Country South Korea
Genre Drama, Comedy
Director Yang Woo-seok
Runtime 107 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.9/10 (8 votes)

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The director constructs a poignant story on the clash between rigid tradition and chaotic, newfound family. He explores themes of legacy, paternal duty, and personal freedom, skillfully balancing heartfelt comedy with moments of genuine dramatic weight without resorting to melodrama.

What lingers after the credits is a sense of warmth and a subtle reflection on the definitions of family and succession. A feel-good film with surprising depth. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Yang Woo-seok

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