Direction: Lee Chang-Dong

The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Lee Chang-Dong. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.


Oasis

2002 · Movie · 132 min. · South Korea

Direction Lee Chang-Dong

Cast Sul Kyoung-gu · Moon So-ri · Ahn Nae-sang · Ryoo Seung-Wan

Synopsis Oasis (2002) follows the challenging love story between a man recently freed from prison after serving a two-and-a-half-year sentence for involuntary manslaughter and a woman living with cerebral palsy. Their journey is marked by the complexities of their individual struggles...

7.5

1K votes

7.5

1K votes

Poetry

2010 · Movie · 139 min. · South Korea

Direction Lee Chang-Dong

Cast Yun Jeong-hie · Ahn Nae-sang · David Lee · Kim Hee-ra

Synopsis Poetry (2010) is a poignant drama that follows the journey of an elderly woman named Mija, who resides in a small suburban city near the Han River with her middle-school grandson. Known for her vibrant style, adorned with flower-decorated hats...

7.2

3K votes

7.2

3K votes

Peppermint Candy

1999 · Movie · 130 min. · South Korea

Direction Lee Chang-Dong

Cast Sul Kyoung-gu · Kim Yeo-jin · Moon So-ri · Jung Suh

Synopsis Peppermint Candy (1999) is a South Korean drama that takes a unique approach to storytelling by unfolding in reverse chronological order, creating a sense of impending tragedy and loss of innocence. The narrative begins in the spring of 1999, where...

7.1

551 votes

7.1

551 votes

Burning

2018 · Movie · 148 min. · South Korea

Direction Lee Chang-Dong

Cast Yoo Ah-in · Steven Yeun · Jun Jong-seo · Gang Dong-won

Synopsis Burning (2018) follows Jongsu, a delivery man who encounters Haemi, a former neighbor, while on his route. She requests that he care for her cat during her absence as she embarks on a journey to Africa. Upon her return, Haemi...

6.9

7K votes

6.9

7K votes

Direction Lee Chang-Dong

Cast Song Kang-ho · Jeon Do-yeon · Jo Yeong-jin · Kim Mi-kyung

Synopsis Secret Sunshine (Milyang) (2007) follows the journey of Sin-ae, who relocates with her young son Jun to the picturesque town of Miryang, the birthplace of her late husband. As she strives to rebuild her life and find solace in her...

6.6

964 votes

6.6

964 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

Heartbeat (S)

2022 · Movie · 28 min. · South Korea

Direction Lee Chang-Dong

Cast Park Bo-Kyung · Jeon Do-yeon · Kim Geon-U · Sol Kyung-gu

Synopsis Heartbeat (S) (2022) follows the story of a young boy named Chul, who is just eight years old. One day, during his school hours, Chul hastily makes his way back home, driven by a deep-seated fear. His concern stems from...

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