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Hello Stranger

Original title: Kuan meun ho
  • 2010
  • 2h 10m
IMDb RATING
7.5/10
3.2K
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Hello Stranger (2010)
ComedyRomance

A couple meet in South Korea. They have fun together, but when they fall in love, everything changes.A couple meet in South Korea. They have fun together, but when they fall in love, everything changes.A couple meet in South Korea. They have fun together, but when they fall in love, everything changes.

  • Director
    • Banjong Pisanthanakun
  • Writers
    • Chantavit Dhanasevi
    • Nontra Kumwong
    • Banjong Pisanthanakun
  • Stars
    • Chantavit Dhanasevi
    • Nuengthida Sophon
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    7.5/10
    3.2K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Banjong Pisanthanakun
    • Writers
      • Chantavit Dhanasevi
      • Nontra Kumwong
      • Banjong Pisanthanakun
    • Stars
      • Chantavit Dhanasevi
      • Nuengthida Sophon
    • 14User reviews
    • 3Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 3 wins & 8 nominations total

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        • Nontra Kumwong
        • Banjong Pisanthanakun
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      10samuelplays

      Beautiful Romantic Movie 💝💝

      After a Long Time, I Watched a Heart Touching Romantic Movie. This Movie Tells a Beautiful Story about Two Peoples who don't know each other Fall In Love. Its Climax was So Unexpected. I liked that male Character who Plays that Lead Role. His Name was Chantavit Dhanasevi, One of the Best Actor in Thailand Performed Very Well !! And Also The Female Lead Nuengthida Sophon Perfomed Well Too. I'll Give this Movie 10/10 for Best Story,Screenplay,Performance, Climax. Romcom Drama Fans Check This Out ! Because This Movie is So Underrated !. A Worth Watch Movie !!
      4princebansal1982

      Must-See Rom-Com

      This is a must-see movie for anybody who likes rom-coms. The mood in the movie is light and funny throughout. It is modern Harry Met Sally, updated for new generation. The peek into characters from a different country is an added bonus.

      Of course as is the case with most of this kind of movies, it is a little formulaic and contrived and you can guess the directions the plot will take from the start. But it is more about the journey than about the destination. You know it is a bit far-fetched but you really don't care.

      Both the leads have done an amazing work with any going overboard.
      10shadanansari-98295

      Best Romantic Comedy ever

      This movie was my first Thailand. I live in india and india is never gone make this type of movie. I mean movie is awesome. By the way this Movie was suggested by one of my friend who live in Thailand.
      8LinJason

      Fun-filled culture exchange makes for good film material

      A rarity these days for film-makers to be proficient in varying genres. Director of acclaimed horror films "Shutter" and "Alone" carves a niche in his first romance comedy showcase that is very much fun and laughter inducing. Fans of Korean pop culture and TV dramas will not want to miss this.

      Frankly speaking, upon knowing that Director Banjong Pisanthanakun (of Shutter and Alone fame) is doing a romance comedy, I'm really not that surprised. In fact I held high hopes as I've seen what he's capable of with his comedy-horror film segments in "4bia" and its sequel "Phobia 2". With a very good mix of humour and spooks for these two short films, he finally ventures away from horror for the first time with good results.

      Capitalising upon his good comic sense of humour, he has written some very engaging screenplay together with his male lead Dhanasevi, which probably explains why he seems so natural in his wonderful role performance as the irritating cynic who meets a pure-hearted homely girl crazy over Korean dramas in South Korea.

      Besides the hilarious and sparkling presence of Dhanasevi, new face Sophon (a.k.a NooNa) earns a great first feature grade for her film resume. Appearing blissful and bubbly while maintaining a girl-next-door image that appeals to the boys out there, she is one mesmerising newcomer to watch out for. When it comes to the sentimental scenes where she has to get wet in tears, she pulls it off like a seasoned natural (possibly with an acting coach as credited in the film).

      Likely to be a reflection of the current Korean television drama craze that has overwhelmed Asian countries like Thailand, it sets off to be some sort of a Korean drama spoof attempting to poke fun at it through the cynicism of Dhanasevi. When paired with Korean drama lover NooNa, their interactions give rise to an influential synergetic ensemble that easily captivates our hearts. Thanks to some really interesting writing, this film is filled with several comical scenes that got us blatantly laughing out loud.

      It's really all about the fun we enjoy from them.

      Of course, what's a rom-com without the soppy melodrama? Unnecessarily long to cause a minor draggy feel, this is where we discover the Director's limitations of inexperience with romance. However, the romance plot elements somewhat reflect scenarios that are often common of couples in real life. Their development gets me nodding in agreement at times as I can totally relate couples around me to them, a credit that I have to give Pisanthanakun for.

      Standing amidst the extensive humour, fun, and melodrama, one gets truly influenced to hold desires to visit South Korea with a prominent feature of South Korean culture and her scenic urban cityscape and snowscape.

      Fun-filled culture exchange makes for good film material.
      7moviexclusive

      It's probably never to happen to anyone in real life, but you would be duly entertained by this fluffy romantic comedy

      This reviewer had always dreamed of meeting his true love while touring the streets of Paris. How romantic would that be, to experience love at first sight while strolling in the City of Love. Language barriers aside, this would be a dream come true for any die hard romantic. But what if this idealistic reviewer were to meet a fellow Singaporean who spouts the ever familiar Singlish phrase "What are you doing here ah?" – would things as romantic as he hoped things to be?

      There is a similar situation in this Thai movie. Just when you thought that the Thais have nothing new to offer except horror flicks, Muay Thai action movies and kitschy comedies, here comes a refreshing romantic comedy set in Korea. Yes, the very accessible movie takes place in the country that has its boybands and girlbands taking over the international pop industry by storm.

      The plot is simple: A guy and a girl visit the Land of Kimchi separately, and eventually bond together after coincidental encounters, sharing of rooms and confessions of heartbreaks. Do they end up going back to Thailand together to share a "happily ever after" together?

      Director Banjong Pisanthanakun (Shutter, Alone) ditches his familiar horror genre to helm this entertaining holiday romance which will be a hit for all you couples out there – there is a reason why the 127 minute movie made big bucks in its home country and became the highest grossing movie of 2010.

      One hundred and twenty seven minutes? Yes, you read that correctly – running at over two hours long, this movie goes on quite a bit before you get to find out whether there will be happy ending for the two protagonists. Call this reviewer a unromantic Scrooge who has no one to share the lovey dovey moments with if you will, but there are many unnecessary plot developments which make this movie overlong.

      Grudges aside, this Korea funded popcorn movie is still a joy to sit through, largely thanks to its appealing cast. Headlining the production are Chantawich Tanasewi and Nuengtida Sopon, who are extremely pleasant as leads. Tanasewi exudes a boyish charm which makes him instantly likable, while Sopon has a sophisticated personality which makes her girlishly charismatic. The two of them are the kinds of friends you want to travel with, and that makes this journey extra enjoyable.

      As romantic comedies go, you shouldn't expect much in terms of characterisation or plot developments. The filmmakers have played the game by the book and managed to chart a predictable itinerary around Korea. While it serves as a great date movie, the production also serves as a visual guide around some of Korea's prettiest sights (that's probably why the Koreans have decided to fund this project as well).

      What's particularly interesting though, is how the filmmakers have managed to portray a picture of how the Korean pop culture has taken over the world by storm – watch how a certain Bae Yong Joon is spoofed in a restaurant scene. You'll chuckle at the rather genius move taken by the scriptwriter, and hope that one day, it will be you experiencing an overseas romance as picture perfect as this.

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      • Release date
        • August 19, 2010 (Thailand)
      • Country of origin
        • Thailand
      • Official site
        • Vidio (Indonesia)
      • Languages
        • Thai
        • Korean
      • Also known as
        • Guan muen ho
      • Filming locations
        • Seoul, South Korea
      • Production companies
        • Jorkwang Films
        • K.T.C.C Co.
        • GMM Tai Hub (GTH)
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      • Runtime
        2 hours 10 minutes
      • Color
        • Color
      • Sound mix
        • Dolby SR
        • Dolby Digital EX
      • Aspect ratio
        • 1.85 : 1

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