Steel Cold Winter (2013)

Other name: 소녀, Girl, Sonyeo

Description:

Steel Cold Winter is a gripping indie drama directed by Choi Jin Sung that premiered at the 2013 Busan Film Festival. The story is set in a remote mountain town where Hae Won lives with her mentally ill father. Surrounded by strange rumors, they are treated as outcasts in this small, cold town. Meanwhile, Yoon Soo moves to the town from Seoul, struggling to cope with the tragic suicide of his friend. At school, Yoon Soo meets Hae Won. The two lonely souls, each carrying dark secrets, are instantly drawn to one another. As they navigate their youth romance over thin ice, the oppressive social malaise and isolation of the community begin to take a toll. Steel Cold Winter beautifully captures their shared trauma and isolation, which ultimately boils over into shocking violence. This film delivers a haunting exploration of teenage pain, rumors, and the dark side of a small town.

Director: Choi Jin Seong [최진성]

Country: Korean

Status: Completed

Released: 2013

Genre:Drama; melodrama; Mystery; Psychological; Romance; Thriller; Tragedy