I Don't Like Younger Men 2017

Overview

I Don't Like Younger Men is a 2017 film centered on a man named Won-gi who operates a pension located outside of the city. Won-gi has been a widower for a long time following the death of his wife. The narrative begins when Won-gi’s daughter visits the pension during a school break from Seoul, accompanied by her friend, Se-yeong. As the visit progresses, Won-gi experiences a growing attraction to Se-yeong, noting that she bears a striking resemblance to his late wife. This emotional conflict eventually leads Won-gi to engage in actions that cross a boundary he should not have breached. The film explores the complications that arise from these personal feelings and the resulting consequences of his behavior while the two women are staying at his establishment. The story focuses on the tension between Won-gi’s past memories and his present desires, highlighting the shift in his conduct toward his daughter's friend during their time together at the pension.