Cinematography: Yong-kil You

The best movies, series, and documentaries with cinematography by Yong-kil You. Explore visually stunning titles that highlight an exceptional filmmaking.


Christmas in August

1998 · Movie · 97 min. · South Korea

Direction Hur Jin-ho

Cast Han Seok-gyu · Hye-won Kwon · Oh Ji-hye · Jeon Mi-seon

Synopsis Christmas in August (1998) is a poignant Korean drama that centers around Jung-Won (Han Suk-Kyu), a dedicated photographer who operates a modest studio in the outskirts of Seoul. His days are filled with routine tasks such as enlarging class photos...

6.6

201 votes

6.6

201 votes

A Petal

1996 · Movie · 89 min. · South Korea

6.4

23 votes

6.4

23 votes

Green Fish

1997 · Movie · 111 min. · South Korea

Direction Lee Chang-Dong

Cast Mun Seong-kun · Seong-kyu Han · Han Seok-gyu · Jung Jae-young

Synopsis Green Fish (1997) follows the journey of Makdong, a young man who, after completing his military service, returns to his rural village only to find it transformed by urban development. During a train ride, he encounters Miae, a captivating nightclub...

6.3

159 votes

6.3

159 votes

To You, from Me

1994 · Movie · 107 min. · South Korea

Direction Jang Sun-woo

Cast Mun Seong-kun · Jeong Seon-kyeong · Yeo Kyun-dong · Kim Bu-seon

Synopsis To You, from Me (1994) centers around a struggling writer who has resorted to plagiarism to make ends meet. His monotonous life takes an unexpected turn when a vibrant and innovative young woman knocks on his door. Her unique perspective...

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Lost Season

1971 · Movie · 87 min. · South Korea

Direction Lee Won-se

Cast Shin Sung-il · Moon Hee

Synopsis Lost Season (1971) follows the story of So-ra, who finds herself in a state of limbo after her husband departs on a journey right after their wedding. As the years pass, So-ra remains steadfast in her wait, hoping for her...

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Our Sweet Days of Youth

1987 · Movie · 118 min. · South Korea

Direction Bae Chang-ho

Cast Ahn Sung-Kee · Choi Bool-am · Sin-Hye Hwang

Synopsis Our Sweet Days of Youth (1987) follows the story of Young-min, who becomes captivated by Hye-rin after watching her in a theatrical performance. Enamored by her talent, he decides to send her anonymous flowers for each show, leaving her intrigued...

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The Road to the Racetrack

1991 · Movie · 138 min. · South Korea

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Direction Lee Won-se

Cast Park Geun-hyeong · Yeon-jeong Woo · Mun Oh-jang · Lee Chi-woo

Synopsis Special Investigation Unit: One-Armed Kim Jong-won (1975) follows the gripping tale of Kim Jong-won, a communist operative who surrenders to the authorities in South Korea. After his capture, he collaborates with the Special Investigation Unit to apprehend and prosecute his...

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Cheot sarang

1993 · Movie · 110 min. · South Korea

Direction Lee Myung-se

Cast Kim Hye-soo · Song Young-chang · Jo Min-ki · Hye-yeong Kim

Synopsis Cheot sarang (1993) follows the story of a young drama student who begins her college journey and unexpectedly develops feelings for a much older guest professor who has a notable habit of smoking. The significant age gap between the two...

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White Badge

1992 · Movie · 124 min. · South Korea

Direction Chung Ji-young

Cast Ahn Sung-Kee · Lee Kyung-young · Shim Hye-jin · Do-hun Ahn

Synopsis White Badge (1992) is set in South Korea during 1979, focusing on Han Kiju, a novelist struggling with alcoholism and the lingering trauma from his year-long service as a volunteer soldier in Vietnam. When tasked with writing a book about...

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Sunset on the Neon Lights

1995 · Movie · 107 min. · South Korea

Direction Lee Hyun-seung

Cast Mun Seong-kun · Shi-ra Chae · Geum-seok Yang · Ui-sang Kim

Synopsis Sunset on the Neon Lights (1995) follows the journey of Sang-min, a woman navigating the challenges of her advertising career and her partner's financial struggles. Sang-min encounters sexual discrimination at her workplace, while her lover's publishing company faces bankruptcy. Despite...

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The Pollen of Flowers

1972 · Movie · 85 min. · South Korea

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Bitter and Sweet

1995 · Movie · 110 min. · South Korea

Direction Lee Myung-se

Cast Ahn Sung-Kee · Park Sang-min · Kim Hye-soo · Song Young-chang

Synopsis Bitter and Sweet (1995) follows a collection of individuals whose lives have become stagnant, all employed at the same corporation and under constant scrutiny from their peers. The narrative revolves around a development manager whose innovative ideas have dried up...

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Yes, Goodbye for Today

1976 · Movie · 105 min. · South Korea

Direction Lee Jang-ho

Cast Han Woo-ri · Lee Yeong-ho · Park Won-suk

Synopsis Yes, Goodbye for Today (1976) follows the story of a former boxer who has just been freed from prison, having been incarcerated for two serious offenses: intentionally losing a fight and assault. Upon his release, he discovers that his girlfriend...

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Iron Will

1975 · Movie · 110 min. · South Korea

Direction Lee Won-se

Cast Hwang Hae · Bang Hie · Mun Oh-jang · Park Seong-jae

Synopsis Iron Will (1975) follows the story of Woo Jang-shin, who, after losing his wife to leprosy, finds himself afflicted with the same illness in his twilight years. Seeking solace and care, he moves to a leper colony, only to discover...

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Beyond the Mountain

1991 · Movie · 108 min. · South Korea

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Teenage Love Song

1991 · Movie · 95 min. · South Korea

Direction Kang Woo-suk

Cast Ahn Sung-Kee · Kang Su-jin · Jin-yeong Choi · Bo-sung Kim

Synopsis Teenage Love Song (1991) follows the journey of young individuals as they navigate the complexities of adolescence and discover the transformative power of love. Set against a backdrop of wandering and discontent, the film explores how pure, unadulterated love can...

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Chilsu and Mansu

1988 · Movie · 108 min. · South Korea

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I Only Want to Live to 20

1992 · Movie · 103 min. · South Korea

Direction Kang Woo-suk

Cast Yeong-kyeong Yun · Mun Seong-kun · Jin-yeong Choi

Synopsis I Only Want to Live to 20 (1992) follows the poignant journey of a young girl diagnosed with bone cancer. Through the medium of a radio DJ, she bravely shares her personal experiences and emotions with the world, offering a...

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Hello, God

1987 · Movie · 110 min. · South Korea

Direction Bae Chang-ho

Cast Ahn Sung-Kee · Kim Bo-yeon · Jeon Mu-son · Hae-young Lee

Synopsis Hello, God (1987) follows the journey of Byung-tae, a young man living with cerebral palsy, who finds himself at an unexpected location while attempting to explore new sights. During his adventure, he crosses paths with Min-wu and Chun-ja, who is...

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