Direction: Kwak Jae-young

The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Kwak Jae-young. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.


My Sassy Girl

2001 · Movie · 135 min. · South Korea

Direction Kwak Jae-young

Cast Cha Tae-hyun · Jun Ji-hyun · Kim In-mun · Song Wok-suk

Synopsis My Sassy Girl (2001) is a heartwarming tale inspired by an anonymous online diary. It chronicles the journey of a young man who finds himself deeply in love with a unique and unpredictable woman. This woman, known for her excessive...

7.1

5K votes

7.1

5K votes

7.0

348 votes

The Piano in a Factory

2010 · Movie · 90 min. · China

Direction Zhang Meng · Kwak Jae-young

Cast Wang Qianyuan · Amanda Qin · Jang Shin-yeong · Tian Yu

Synopsis The Piano in a Factory (2010) follows the story of Chen, who oversees the recreational activities at a factory nestled in the snowy landscapes of northwest China. Chen's sole ambition is to nurture his daughter into a virtuoso pianist. To...

6.6

27 votes

6.6

27 votes

Cyborg She (Cyborg Girl)

2008 · Movie · 120 min. · Japan

Direction Kwak Jae-young

Cast Haruka Ayase · Keisuke Koide · Risa Ai · Yoshikazu Ebisu

Synopsis Cyborg She (Cyborg Girl) (2008) follows the story of Jiro (Keisuke Koide), a solitary individual who finds his mundane life disrupted on his 20th birthday. While shopping at a department store for a birthday gift, he encounters a peculiar young...

6.4

479 votes

6.4

479 votes

Windstruck

2004 · Movie · 123 min. · South Korea

Direction Kwak Jae-young

Cast Jun Ji-hyun · Jang Hyuk · Kim Su-ro · Lee Ki-woo

Synopsis Windstruck (2004) follows the unexpected journey of police officer Kyungjin, who crosses paths with the kind-hearted teacher Myungwoo during a criminal incident. Their initial encounter leads to a series of events that bind them together for an entire day. Kyungjin,...

6.4

424 votes

6.4

424 votes

Time Renegades

2016 · Movie · 107 min. · South Korea

Direction Kwak Jae-young

Cast Lim Su-jeong · Jo Jeong-Seok · Lee Jin-wook · Jeong Jin-yeong

Synopsis Time Renegades (2016) follows the intertwined journeys of a dedicated educator from the year 1983 and a tenacious investigator from 2015. These two individuals, bound by a shared dream, collaborate across time to alter the dangerous destiny that threatens the...

6.3

60 votes

6.3

60 votes

My Mighty Princess

2008 · Movie · 120 min. · South Korea

Direction Kwak Jae-young

Cast On Ju-wan · Shin Min-ah

Synopsis My Mighty Princess (2008) follows the journey of a gifted martial arts prodigy who transforms into a formidable warrior. Driven by a deep sense of duty, she embarks on a mission to protect the world from a malevolent sorcery that...

5.8

96 votes

5.8

96 votes

Yes, I Do!

2020 · Movie · 111 min. · China

Direction Kwak Jae-young · Wei Wang

Cast Bao Bei'er · Xin Zhilei · Xiang Wei · Mo Yang

Synopsis Yes, I Do! (2020) follows Fang Yuan, a tour guide who lacks enthusiasm for his job, as he encounters a mysterious young woman on his birthday. To his surprise, she is also celebrating her birthday that day, and they choose...

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Autumn Trip

1992 · Movie · 120 min. · South Korea

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Happy New Year

2021 · Movie · 138 min. · South Korea

Direction Kwak Jae-young

Cast Han Ji-min · Lee Dong-wook · Kang Ha-neul · Yoona

Synopsis Happy New Year (2021) unfolds at the luxurious Hotel Emros, where a diverse group of individuals converge during the festive season. Each guest arrives with their unique narratives and personal journeys, leading to a tapestry of relationships and interactions that...

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Meet Miss Anxiety

2014 · Movie · 98 min. · China

Direction Kwak Jae-young

Cast Zhou Xun · Tong Dawei · Wallace Chung · Eileen Zhang

Synopsis Meet Miss Anxiety (2014) follows the life of Qi Jia, whose romantic journey takes an unexpected turn when she begins to exhibit signs of early menopause. This unexpected health challenge adds a layer of complexity to her already tumultuous love...

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Colors of Wind

2017 · Movie · 120 min. · Japan

Direction Kwak Jae-young

Cast Takemi Fujii · Yûki Furukawa · Yoshihiko Hakamada · Naoto Takenaka

Synopsis Colors of Wind (2017) follows the journey of Ryo, who, prior to his girlfriend's passing, is entrusted with a mysterious revelation. She shares that a woman bearing an uncanny resemblance to her resides in the picturesque region of Hokkaido. Driven...

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Direction Kwak Jae-young

Cast Ok So-ri · Kim Myeong-su · Kim Seok-hun · Lee Kyung-young

Synopsis Watercolor Painting in a Rainy Day 2 (1993) follows the story of Ji-su, who is freed from prison and is overjoyed to reconnect with his stepsister, Ji-hyeon. However, their joy is short-lived as they uncover a hidden truth about their...

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Crying Out in Love

2016 · Movie · 96 min. · China

Direction Kwak Jae-young

Cast Oho Ou · Zhang Huiwen · Xin Deng · Gao Taiyu

Synopsis Crying Out in Love (2016) follows the emotional voyage of a young man as he delves into his past after receiving a mysterious package that was sent two decades ago. The film explores themes of nostalgia, longing, and the power...

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Direction Kwak Jae-young

Cast Ok So-ri · Kang Suk-hyoun · Bang Eun-hee

Synopsis Watercolor Painting in a Rainy Day (1990) follows the tumultuous life of Ji-su, a man whose existence is dramatically altered by the presence of two significant women. The first is his step-sister, with whom he shares a complex and strained...

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