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Ode to My Father

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2014 · 126 min Drama
7.4 / 10 · TMDB

A ferry departs from a Korean port in 1953, carrying a young man's hopes and a nation's unspoken grief. This sweeping family saga chronicles one father's relentless journey through war, separation, and sacrifice to keep a single promise to his family. Spanning decades and continents, this 2014 drama paints an intimate portrait of resilience against the backdrop of Korea's turbulent modern history. It is a story of silent love, measured not in words, but in a lifetime of endurance.

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Original Title 국제시장
Year 2014
Country South Korea
Genre Drama
Director JK Youn
Runtime 126 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.4/10 (137 votes)

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Director Yoon Je-kyoon constructs an epic canvas where personal tragedies intersect with historical upheaval. The camera observes with a patient, almost documentary-like gaze, maintaining a distance that amplifies the weight of inexorable fate.

This is for viewers who appreciate measured storytelling about devotion and loss. One is left contemplating the cost of familial bonds stretched across decades and continents. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: JK Youn

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A quiet evening watch for reflecting on the threads that bind generations.

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