Cast
View AllLee Ah-ro
as Oh Yu-mi
Ahn Sung-ki
as Kim Young-gyun
Park Chan-hwan
as Choi Myeong-gil
Jung Bo-seog
as Kim Ho-seong
Song Young-chang
as Lee Gyeong-sik
Eom Yu-shin
as Grace Jo
Jeon Moo-song
as Jeong Ki-seob
Yoon Ye-hee
as Oh Yu-jeong
Kang Ri-na
as Kim Ah-young
Kim Suk-ok
as Yu-mi's Mother
Choi Jong-won
as
Crew
Director
- Bae Chang-ho
Writer
- Choi In-ho
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Stairway To Heaven 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 Bae Chang-ho 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 1992, 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 Stairway To Heaven took approximately 7 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 127 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 157 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 274 unique costume pieces for the production.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 5 months to complete.
- The musical score contains over 47 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 1992, when this film was released:
- The internet was beginning to transform communication and information access.
- The end of the Cold War was reshaping global politics.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: February 15, 1992
- Runtime: 2h 7m