A miracle that came with the rain.|Mar. 14, 2018|South Korea|132 Min.|PG-13
Genre: Drama;Romance
Description: **Be With You (2018) – Movie Overview**
**Storyline:**
Woo-jin (So Ji-sub) is struggling with the loss of his wife, Soo-ah (Son Ye-jin), while trying to fulfill both parental roles for their young son, Ji-ho (played by Kim Ji-hwan). Ji-ho holds onto a fairy tale his mother wrote for him, believing that she will return when the rainy season arrives. When the rain begins, a woman resembling his mother appears, but she does not recall her life with Woo-jin and Ji-ho.
The film employs familiar narrative techniques reminiscent of early 2000s cinema, notably echoing emotional themes present in movies like “The Classic” (2002), another venture featuring Son Ye-jin. It plays with elements such as near-miss accidents, a male lead grappling with a mysterious fainting condition, and explores themes of love that transcend time and memory. It skillfully weaves humor, tenderness, and tragedy together, often delivered through Woo-jin’s endearing friend, uncle Hong-goo, portrayed by Go Chang-seok. The subtle exploration of romance during the characters’ school years adds depth to their relationship.
While some may argue that the plot feels clichéd, the film captures genuine emotion. If viewers find themselves not shedding a tear at various poignant moments, they may be missing the heart of the story.
Cast director: Lee Jang-hoon
Cast actor: So Ji-sub, Son Ye-jin, Kim Ji-hwan, Ko Chang-seok, Lee Joon-hyuk, Son Yeo-eun, Lee You-jin, Kim Hyun-soo, Bae Yoo-ram, Seo Jeong-yeon
Original name: 지금 만나러 갑니다