19-Nineteen (2009 Film)

19-Nineteen is a 2009 South Korean youth crime film directed by Jang Yong-woo. The film was released on November 12, 2009, with a runtime of 103 minutes. It is notable for being part of the Telecinema series, a collaborative production between South Korea's SBS and Japan's TV Asahi. The project involved seven films designed to be screened in theaters before being broadcast on television in both countries.

Promotional poster for the film 19-Nineteen — Promotional material for the film 19-Nineteen.

Plot

The story follows three 19-year-olds who become suspects in the death of a high school girl. Min-seo (played by Seungri) is a high school graduate struggling to enter college who spends his time preparing for entrance exams. Jeong-hun (played by T.O.P) is a university student, and Eun-yeong (played by Huh Yi-jae) is a former classmate of the deceased. Although they are strangers, the three become fugitives from the law and must work together to uncover the truth behind the girl's death to clear their names.

T.O.P as Jeong-hun — T.O.P in his role as Jeong-hun.

Seungri as Min-seo — Seungri in his role as Min-seo.

Huh Yi-jae as Eun-yeong — Huh Yi-jae in her role as Eun-yeong.

Production and Reception

The film was produced by Choi Ho-sung and Shin Hyun-taek, with cinematography by Choi Yoon-man. During its opening weekend in South Korea (November 13–15, 2009), the film opened at number seven at the box office. It was released in a limited capacity, selling 13,563 tickets across 81 screens, which accounted for 0.7% of total ticket sales for that weekend.

Scene from 19-Nineteen — A scene featuring the main cast members.