Geu Yeoreum Movie (original) (raw)
Synopsis
The 61-minute long movie follows the life of 18-year-old Yi-gyeong (Yoon Ah-Young), a quiet, ordinary student who meets Suyi (Song Harim), an athletic girl who stirs up new romantic feelings in her, causing her to realize her identity. Over the next two years, their relationship helps both women grow, but ironically, because of this development, Yi-gyeong realizes her thoughts about Suyi have begun to change.
(Source: THE HOLY MOTHER OF YURI)
Background
Korean Yuri aeni film The Summer (Geu Yeoreum) reached the top spot at the Korean independent art film box office upon its June 7 debut. The film is one of a few queer animations produced in Korea.
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Sep 12, 2023
This film is peak yuri. It might just be the most "realistic" yuri out there right now. We need better subtitles though.
"Geu Yeoreum" transcends the confines of its genre, offering a universal tale of love and self-discovery. While it beautifully navigates the complexities of a yuri relationship, it also touches on themes of identity, acceptance, and the transformative power of genuine connection.
The pacing of the film is well-balanced, allowing moments of quiet reflection to breathe and build the emotional landscape. Each scene serves a purpose, contributing to the overall narrative without unnecessary detours. It felt very realistic and authentic.
Its exquisite cinematography, stellar... performances, and emotionally resonant storytelling combine to create a film that leaves a lasting impression. "Geu Yeoreum" is a cinematic triumph that deserves a place among the finest in its genre. We need more films like this.
9/10.
Reviewer’s Rating: 9
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Jan 18, 2025
Short conclusion: the story is incomplete. It just ends, without proper closure. The story had the potential to end up being great, but the writers clearly did not.
Who is this for?
You want to see a well animated, slice of life yuri with non-exagerrated characters and do not care for the story at all.
You do care for the story and want it to make you feel sad, dissatisfied or even empty.
You want to see weak and coward characters so you can say "at least I am better thant that".
You are a weak coward in your intimate relationships and want to see yourself in an anime... so you can say "it's OK, others are like me as well".
Who should avoid this?
You want a GL story that is fun and complete.
You want a GL story that is inspiring and complete.
You want to see (yuri) characters getting over their limitations and eventually make healthy choices.
You just want to have a good time in general.
Reviewer’s Rating: 6
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Apr 4, 2024
It's realistic in a way that being a dumbass who can't communicate with your partner and choose to emotionally cheat on them instead is "realistic", sure. The movie had potential though it was a bit slow sometimes. Definitely inspired by The Silent Voice in how it's storyboarded but it was lacking at some parts. The writing was extremely weak, it was such an overblown misunderstanding/miscommunication. It's hard to believe that two long term friends, lovers, won't try to reach out to the other party if they're uncomfortable with something. The main character was also written awfully. She was extremely cowardly till the end. Her girlfriend... was the opposite, she was cowardly at first but decided to become brave, strong and did her best to be independent as soon as possible so she could support the MC. MC on the other hand felt nothing but shame and frustration with her girlfriend and refused to communicate properly with her, she didn't even try to understand that her girlfriend was doing everything she can to be with her, and instead blamed her for her (MC) having interests in other people. She still doubted her gf's feelings for her even after her gf hurriedly carried her to the hospital because of her high fever. And the movie shows her seeming happy and content by the end? As if she deserved to move on?
What the hell is this bs writing? Again, yeah it's realistic, if you wanted to depict an awful and cowardly mc. There's very few yuri movies/films out there, especially when it comes to animation, but they wasted the potential this movie had with that awful writing. It could have been something due to the effort they put into the post production but the awful writing and development of the main character just gives a bad taste to the entire thing.
Reviewer’s Rating: 2
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