Movie Digest
Jukdo Surfing (죽도 서핑 다이어리) is a South Korean movie that hit the cinema halls on the 7th of May, 2020. The film concerns the surfers’ ambitions, hopes, and dreams on the Jukdo beach. With a running time of over an hour and forty-six minutes, it remains under the production of Studio Blue Co., Ltd.
The Feel-Good Part
Directed under the guidance of screenwriter Lee Seung Hyun, viewers are in for a delight. Since the film’s setting is on a beach, the cinematography is one of the many things to look forward to. The plot talks about the realistic concerns of surfers. And the daily complications they go through when the town they live in is about to be deconstructed. Even the story’s way of telling is a little different from the usual formula.
The Disappointing Factor
Fans have pointed out the excess of lines in the movie, which takes away from the nostalgic vibe set for the audience. Some scenes feel unnecessary or rather long in length that the directors could have cut short.
In-Depth Analysis
The constant flapping of sea waves is sure to rest one’s mind. Jukdo Surfing Diary begins with Soo Jeong rekindling with the Jukdo beach. His rival and best friend, Jeong Yong, returns to the scene after being gone for a while. Seeing the renovation of the small town, the population on the beach drops to a minimum. It poses questions for the surfers about whether to part with their favorite sea. Meanwhile, there exists mystery regarding the departure of Beezoo, their fellow female surfer.
Star Power
To cast actors who knew the natural art of surfing, it became significant selecting people who had surfed before. The cast beautifully expresses their love for surfing through Jukdo Surfing Diary. The starring cast includes Jeon Hye Bin as Soo Jeong, Jung Tae woo as Ho Seok, Oh Gwang Rok as Cheong Rok, Park Ho San as Jeong Won, and Kim Bi Joo as Bi Joo.
Overall Opinion
When you require something to refresh and out of the blue, we recommend Jukdo Surfing Diary. It reads like an actual diary of a surfer with their daily routine and worries.
