Today, I am going to talk about the K-movie ‘Late Autumn’ Review, Backstories, and Short Comments
‘Late Autumn’ Review
In ‘Late Autumn’, a Chinese woman, who avoids looking ahead to the future by building emotional walls and distancing herself from others, crosses paths with a Korean man. The man, leading a carefree life without contemplating the consequences, shares similarities with the woman despite their different backgrounds.
Despite their disparate circumstances, a sense of understanding develops between them as they gradually break down the barriers that separate them. The movie unfolds against the backdrop of Seattle, revealing and concealing the inner lives of the characters as they grow closer. The woman, seemingly filled with untold stories and loneliness, and the man, appearing both inwardly and outwardly enigmatic, experience a moment of destined attraction. They exchange stories, revealing their inner selves, and find respite from their wandering lives as they form a connection.
The K-moive ‘Late Autumn’ creates a peculiar atmosphere that maintains a sense of melancholy throughout, yet keeps viewers captivated. The predominant colors that come to mind when thinking about the movie are the gray tones of Seattle and the recurring ocher coat worn by Hun and Anna throughout. Anna undergoes a significant transformation at one point, putting on makeup, letting down her hair, and acquiring a bold costume after leaving prison. However, this moment is fleeting, and the movie maintains a visually unified color scheme, preventing monotony.
Throughout the film, Tang Wei’s expressions are captivating. I find myself enamored with her on-screen demeanor, even wishing to see her smile because I’ve grown fond of her character.
‘Late Autumn’ Backstories
3rd Remake Film
Kim Tae-yong’s melodrama film, “Late Autumn,” released in 2011, is the third remake set in Seattle, U.S. The movie features Hyun Bin, who was highly popular at the time due to “Secret Garden,” and Tang Wei, a Chinese actress known for “Lust, Caution.”
Longest Kiss Scene
It’s worth noting that the kiss scene in the latter part of the film was impromptu. The director, contemplating between the kiss and bed scenes, made a spontaneous decision on set. This scene, lasting 2 minutes and 27 seconds, holds the record as the longest kiss scene in a Korean movie. According to Tang Wei, filming the scene was exhaustive, and she experienced chills afterward. Despite the challenges, it’s considered a scene where the emotions between the characters are effectively conveyed.
Tang Weil and Kim Tae-yong
Tang Wei’s beauty throughout the movie caught the attention of many viewers, and some understood why she could capture such stunning images after marrying director Kim Tae-yong. In terms of facial and emotional expressions, Director Kim Tae-yong didn’t give many specific instructions, allowing the actors a degree of autonomy. The director, acknowledging the unique sensitivity of the two actors, initiated the film with a foundation of trust.
CG in Film
Seattle, known for its picturesque scenes in films, was enhanced by post-production techniques that used CG to intensify the distinctive atmosphere, particularly the fog. The U.S. filming process differed from the local system, leading to challenges in completing the set on a fixed date. Despite the hurdles, many viewers claim to have been inspired to plan trips after experiencing the movie’s exotic ambiance.
‘Late Autumn’ Horoscope Ratings and Comments:
- Rating: 10/10 “Hun” gifted time to Anna, and this movie gifted us Tang Wei’s lonely expressions and smiles. The unseen fog of Seattle, depicted in the film, makes you nostalgic.
- Rating: 9/10 Reflecting on the theory of relativity of time that turns decades into fleeting moments and fleeting moments into everlasting memories.
- Rating: 9/10 A movie that leaves a lasting impression.
- Rating: 10/10 A movie to be watched every autumn.
- Rating: 8/10 Surprised by Tang Wei’s performance. Regretted watching it late. Tranquil and solid.
- Rating: 10/10 This autumn, as always, is Late Autumn. The best.
- Rating: 10/10 This movie is fantastic.
- Rating: 10/10 A movie that needs no words! Makes you want to visit Seattle.
- Rating: 10/10 Autumn. Poignant and painful, yet the most beautiful.
- Rating: 9/10 Stumbled upon this movie I wanted to watch. Fell in love with the delicate direction.
- Rating: 8/10 Don’t misuse someone else’s fork.
- Rating: 9/10 How did they create such a movie?
- Rating: 7/10 Impressive mise-en-scène. Tang Wei and Hyun Bin in the fog.
- Rating: 10/10 Tang Wei is beautiful. The atmosphere is great.
- Rating: 9/10 A movie that leaves a lasting impression.
- Rating: 10/10 No need for words. Love Tang Wei. The scene where Anna says her name is thrilling even on a second watch.
- Rating: 9/10 A movie with a subtle lingering impact.
- Rating: 10/10 Ah…forgot to watch it. I miss it!
