KFilm to Watch: A Barefoot Dream (2010)

A Barefoot Dream (2010)

Former Korean soccer player Kim Won-kang ends up in East Timor to make a living. He attempts to open a sporting goods store in the impoverished, newly free nation but soon finds there is something more important to him than earning money. He ends up coaching the local children – all around 11 years old – after supplying them with goods from his own store, and he lands the chance for them to play in an international tournament. Will the inexperienced team be victorious, or will death grudges tear them apart, much like their country?

*This was based on a true story, or “actual events,” so that always makes a movie more interesting. It's a classic tale of inspiration, heartwarming and thought-provoking. PG-13 for one F-bomb. I might watch this again.*

InFilm to Watch: Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995)

Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995)

Baldev is an Indian man living in London, England, and receives a letter from his long-time friend back in India, requesting that they fulfill their promise to each other and have their children wed. Simran, Baldev's eldest daughter, asks for permission to travel around Europe with her friends for a month in exchange for going through with the arranged marriage. Baldev agrees, and Simran meets Raj, a roguish character that teases her endlessly, but also manages to capture her heart. The trip around Europe ends and they go their separate ways, finally realizing they are both in love with each other. Raj tracks down Simran in India, and tells her to pretend she doesn't know him as he charms his way into the good graces of both families – he won't steal her away to elope. When Baldev discovers the affair, will he force Simran to go through with the arranged marriage, or will he let Raj take his daughter?

*This movie was over 3 hours long, and while it is nearly 20 years old, it was still very entertaining, with a good pace and good music. Raj's character is quite charming as well. I'd probably watch this again.*