The newly released coming-of-age film Hear Me: Our Summer, which premiered on November 6, has quickly captured the box office, outperforming Venom 3 to secure the No. 1 spot in its second week, according to SBS Korea.
As reported by the Korea Film Council, Hear Me: Our Summer drew a total of 65,404 viewers on November 11. Since its release, the film has held firmly at the top of the box office into its second week.
Meanwhile, Venom 3, despite being one of the most anticipated Hollywood releases, slipped to second place, drawing 61,553 viewers on the same day. This was followed by Kim Chang Joo's Amazon Bull Eye, which attracted 28,178 viewers, placing it third.
Although the audience numbers remain modest due to the off-season, it is notable that Hear Me: Our Summer has maintained its box office lead through the first weekend and well into the weekdays.
The Story Behind Hear Me: Our Summer
Directed by Cho Sun Ho, Hear Me: Our Summer is adapted from the 2009 Taiwanese film Hear Me. It follows two young people who meet one summer and become pillars of support for each other's dreams, ultimately finding love in each other.
Hong Kyung (Revenant 2023) stars as Yong Jun, a young man troubled by his lack of purpose, who encounters Yeo Rum, played by Roh Yoon Seo, one summer day. Yeo Rum’s sole motivation is to support her younger sister Ga Eul played by Kim Min Ju, a hearing-impaired swimmer whose dream she’s determined to fulfil.
However, as feelings blossom between Yong Jun and Yeo Rum, Yeo Rum grapples with guilt and the fear of neglecting her sister, complicating her emotions further. Will they learn to understand the love and warmth they share?
Why You Should Be Watching This Korean Film
Hear Me: Our Summer stands out as one of the most visually pleasing films of 2024. With minimal dialogue, it leaves a lasting impact through its poignant use of sign language, body language, and written text, rather than relying solely on verbal interactions.
The film’s setting transports viewers to the warmth of summer vacation, capturing the essence of youth romance and coming-of-age drama with a beautifully aesthetic backdrop.
The cast like Hong Kyung, Roh Yoon Seo and Kim Min Ju excel at portraying emotions, allowing audiences to connect deeply with their characters through gestures alone, making the narrative even more touching.
If you’re in South Korea, be sure to add this film to your weekend watchlist! And if you're outside South Korea, let us know in the comments how excited you are for a potential worldwide release. We’d love to hear your thoughts!
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