Cast
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Shin Seong-il
as Kim Geun-ho
Um Aing-ran
as Baek Mi-hye
Hwang Jeong-sun
as Lee Sa-gam
Park Am
as Park Gyo-su
Nam Mi-ri
as Nam Soo-in
Yoon Il-bong
as Yoon Sang-won
Choi Ji-hee
as Choi Sook-ja
Nam Seok-hun
as Park Oh-sung
Bang Seong-ja
as Lee Young-hwi
Heo Chang-kang
as Mr. Byun
Kim Hee-kap
as
Ju Seon-tae
as
Twist Kim
as [Doctor's assistant]
Yang Hoon
as [Gynaecologist]
Crew
Director
- Kim Kee-duk
Producer
- Cha Tae-jin
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Horse-year Bride examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Kim Kee-duk 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 character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1966, 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 Horse-year Bride took approximately 23 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 93 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 142 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 7 months to complete.
- The musical score contains over 68 unique compositions.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 2 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 1966, when this film was released:
- The Vietnam War was becoming increasingly controversial.
- Counterculture movements were challenging traditional values.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: January 1, 1966
- Runtime: 1h 33m