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My Sister's Regrets

My Sister's Regrets (1971)

Jul 29, 1971 1h 29m Thriller Horror

Dal-Rae's father gets killed by his concubine Seo-Mo, who later entraps Dal-Rae into death, also. But Do-Wun, Dal-Rae's younger brother, continues to study for the state examination in some temple, not knowing his father and sister's death. Dal-Rae's ghost tries to protect her youngest brother Do-Seon from Seo-Mo's intrigue. When Do-Seon was on the verge of being killed, Do-Wun who won the first place in the state examination saves his brother. While Seo-Mo and her evil group gets killed accused of their horrible atrocities, Do-Wun goes to Han Yang with his brother, asking Cheong-Am, his teacher and a great Buddhist monk, to pray for Dal-Rae's soul.

Directed by Lee Yu-seop

Cast

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Kim Ji-su

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Kim Jung-hoon
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Kim Jung-hoon

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Do Kum-bong
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Do Kum-bong

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Heo Chang-kang
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Heo Chang-kang

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Chu Seok-yang
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Chu Seok-yang

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Deok-seong Jo

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Crew

Director
  • Lee Yu-seop
Writer
  • Gang Il-mun

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Thematic Analysis

This Thriller/Horror film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. My Sister's Regrets presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.

Director Lee Yu-seop brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.

Released in 1971, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of My Sister's Regrets took approximately 30 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 89 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 112 minutes long.
  • The screenplay went through 12 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
  • The musical score contains over 60 unique compositions.
  • The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.

Historical Context

  • In 1971, when this film was released:
  • Disco music dominated popular culture.
  • Economic recession and oil crises were affecting global economies.
  • The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: July 29, 1971
  • Runtime: 1h 29m

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