A Shoeshine Boy
Originally released in 1961. A Shoeshine Boy is a drama film. directed by Hyeon Sang-yeol. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Park Gwang-su, Park Geum-hui, and Kim Yeong-ok
Synopsis
Following the death of his parents, Yeong-cheol shines shoes in the streets, struggling to care for his sick younger sister Yeong-hui and make ends meet. Despite the persuasive efforts of low-life criminal boss Wang-cho, pickpocket Jjang-gu, and prostitute Mi-hwa, Yeong-cheol vows to lead an honest life by looking after Yeong-hui with cigarette salesgirl Myeong-sun and helping newly arrived shoeshine boy Dong-seok settle in. However, a tragic accident forces Yeong-cheol to make an important decision that may change his life. ※ Sharing the same Korean title with Vittorio De Sica’s classic Shoeshine (1946), this film was noted at the time of release for its strong neorealistic approach. All of the picture elements have been lost and only 4 original sound negative reels (around 40 minutes) survive today. The plot summary and scene descriptions have been added in the form of title cards as well as a selection of production stills to aid the viewing experience.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- KO
Production Companies
- Dae Yeong Production
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Shoeshine Boy about?
Following the death of his parents, Yeong-cheol shines shoes in the streets, struggling to care for his sick younger sister Yeong-hui and make ends meet. Despite the persuasive efforts of low-life ...
Who directed A Shoeshine Boy?
A Shoeshine Boy was directed by Hyeon Sang-yeol.
How long is A Shoeshine Boy?
A Shoeshine Boy has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).
When was A Shoeshine Boy released?
A Shoeshine Boy was released on August 1, 1961 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Shoeshine Boy?
The main cast of A Shoeshine Boy includes Park Gwang-su, Park Geum-hui, Kim Yeong-ok, Nam Chun-yeok, Chu Seok-yang.