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20th Century Girl
A bittersweet, nostalgic romance that captures the golden haze of first love through the grainy lens of a 90s camcorder.
20th Century Girl
20th Century Girl

20세기 소녀

"A first love pov story."

06 October 2022 South Korea 119 min 8.2 (767)

Director: Bang Woo-ri

Cast: Kim You-jung, Byeon Woo-seok, Park Jung-woo, Roh Yoon-seo, Kim Sung-kyung

Drama Romance First Love and Youthful Innocence Friendship vs. Romance Memory and Nostalgia Communication and Misunderstanding
Budget: $119

20th Century Girl — Movie Quotes

Memorable Quotes

보고 싶다. 21세기의 네가.
— Poong Woon-ho

Context

This is the final line Bo-ra hears from Woon-ho, spoken in a video he recorded for her before his death. The adult Bo-ra watches this years later at the art exhibition organized by his brother, finally understanding the depth of his feelings and the tragedy that separated them.

Meaning

Translation: "I want to see you. The 21st-century you." This quote, delivered in Woon-ho's final video message, encapsulates the central theme of love, time, and loss. It's a heartbreaking expression of his hope for a future with Bo-ra that he never gets to see, solidifying their story as one tragically confined to the 20th century.

나는 네가 제일 소중해.
— Kim Yeon-du

Context

Yeon-du says this after discovering that both she and Bo-ra have feelings for Woon-ho. Seeing Bo-ra's heartbreak and willingness to sacrifice her own feelings, Yeon-du tearfully confesses that she is willing to give up her crush a hundred times over because their friendship means more.

Meaning

Translation: "You are the most precious person to me." This line is the emotional climax of the friendship theme. Yeon-du says this to Bo-ra, asserting that their bond is more important than any romantic entanglement. It showcases a profound maturity and selflessness, resolving the central love triangle by prioritizing platonic love.

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