Remembering You (1996)

Remembering You (Korean: 너에게 받은 흔적; RR: Neoge badeun honjeok) is a South Korean drama film released on November 29, 1996. Directed by Sang-hun Han and produced by Kyeong-ja Kim, the film explores the struggles of youth and social displacement.

Production

The film features cinematography by Jin-cheol Kim and has a total runtime of 85 minutes. It was produced in South Korea and released during the mid-1990s, a period of transition in the domestic film industry.

Plot Summary

The narrative follows Jeong-sik, an orphan who escapes an orphanage seeking financial independence. After being caught stealing, he is taken in by Seong-gyu and his friend Min-wook. The group faces social humiliation at a party, which fuels Jeong-sik's desire for wealth. While Jeong-sik attempts to earn a living by shining shoes, Min-wook becomes entangled in a violent conflict with a rival named Kang-cheol over a romantic interest, leading to tragic consequences.