Green Days: Dinosaur and I
Synopsis
Not wanting to lose, Yi-rang orchestrates a collapse in the middle of a relay race even though she's on the verge of giving up her dream of becoming an athlete. At the same time, Soo-min transfers in from Seoul and Cheol-soo, who dreams of becoming a scientist, come into her life. They are all immature but they are in the midst of youthful aspiration. With this warm-hearted animation, Han Hye-jin-I and Ahn Jae-hoon encourage Yi-rang's dreams and portray the fantasy and flutter of adolescence through encounters with good people. Set in the '80s and '90s, an old umbrella and a railroad crossing the downtown in the film is the stuff that reminds us of our lost past, evoking a reminiscence in the audience of that which is vanished. It is a way of evoking the real "dreams" that we have lost in this modern society where a rapid capitalization is progressing. (Source: Hancinema)
Audience Consensus
The audience generally finds 'Sojunghan Nal-ui Kkum' to be a cute and comfy film with emotional depth, reminiscent of subdued Ghibli films. The animation style and attention to detail in portraying 1970s/80s Korea are praised. However, some viewers note plot holes and a lack of closure in certain storylines, which detract from the overall experience.
Strengths
- Detailed and realistic animation style capturing the atmosphere of 1970s/80s Korea.
- Evokes reminiscence and portrays the fantasy of adolescence.
- Explores emotional depth and relatable characters.
- Incorporates cultural aspects and references of the era.
Weaknesses
- Random plot holes and lack of closure in some storylines.
- Relevance of some characters is unclear.