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A Midsummer's Fantasia
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A Midsummer's Fantasia

2015-06-11 · 97 min · ★ 7.4

Romance · Drama

Reality and fantasy melds as a Korean documentary film director attempts to capture life in the small town of Gojo, Japan.

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Directors
Jang Kun-jae
Production companies
Nara International Film Festival, Mocushura Film Production, Indiestory, Korean Film Council
Countries
Japan, South Korea
Status
Released

Top Cast

Kim Sae-byukKim Sae-byukMi-jeong / Hye-jeong
Ryo IwaseRyo IwaseYusuke
Im Hyung-kookIm Hyung-kookTae-hoon
Suon KanSuon KanKenji
Park Hyun-youngHye-jeong's Friend

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