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A Night on the Water

A Night on the Water

Representation Score

2.2/10

Limited

1998

TV-14

Director

Kang Jung-soo

Runtime

100 minutes

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A Night on the Water is a character-driven drama that emphasizes a conventional arc focused on a male protagonist's psychological journey. The narrative delves into his professional failures and romantic yearnings through established dramatic conventions. The film adheres to traditional gender roles and does not challenge broader social hierarchies. It primarily explores individual crisis and personal struggle within a specific cultural context.

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Category Breakdown

Does A Night on the Water have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth identities. The central romance follows a traditional heterosexual relationship.

How does A Night on the Water portray gender?

Fair

The story focuses on a male protagonist's journey through professional and emotional struggles. A female lead is present but primarily serves as a catalyst for his development using traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is A Night on the Water?

Fair

As a South Korean production, the film showcases regional social structures. The cast is ethnically consistent, reflecting typical cultural representation for its origin.

How does A Night on the Water represent religion and culture?

Limited

The narrative depends on conventional dramatic clichés and traditional family structures. It explores personal struggles and romantic desires without challenging social or psychological norms.

Does A Night on the Water include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no depiction of physical, neurodivergent, or mental health disabilities in this film.

Present on Screen

  • Offers authentic representation of South Korean social structures and daily life.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks LGBTQ+ representation or non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth identities.
  • Relies on traditional gender roles without subverting hierarchies.
  • Does not explore multi-layered identities or diverse social perspectives.

Official Synopsis

After graduating from college, Sung-ha develops into a talented businessman. But after a single mistake, he receives his discharge notice. He spends his days drinking. Then he falls in love with a woman, whom reminds him of his mother.

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