“We thought those days would last forever.”
synopsis
When a quiet housewife reconnects with a high school friend who is terminally ill, she begins searching for the rest of their old group of teenage girlfriends known as “Sunny.” As the women reunite one by one, the film alternates between their chaotic youth in the 1980s and the complicated lives they lead decades later.
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mini-review
Sunny is a warm, funny, and nostalgic celebration of friendship that struck a huge chord with Korean audiences. The film balances hilarious school memories with touching moments of adult reflection, creating a story that feels both playful and heartfelt. Its infectious energy and memorable soundtrack have helped make it a modern crowd favorite.
A relaxed evening and the bittersweet realization that old friendships can survive even decades apart.
Absurdist's Corner
A group of rebellious teenage girls in the 1980s somehow grow up to become respectable adults… proving that youthful chaos doesn’t always predict the future.
fun facts
The film became one of the most successful Korean movies of 2011.
Its nostalgic 1980s soundtrack helped drive the film’s popularity.
Several countries later produced their own remakes inspired by the film.