A Good Lawyer's Wife 2003
"A good wife, a cheating husband, a very sexy family drama..."
Im Sang-soo's 2003 drama *A Good Lawyer's Wife* unfolds against the backdrop of a crumbling marriage, where respectability begins to crack under the weight of infidelity and emotional neglect.
Director: Im Sang-soo
Cast
Moon So-ri
Eun Ho-jeong
Hwang Jung-min
Joo Young-jak
Youn Yuh-jung
Hong Byeong-han
Kim In-mun
Ju Chang-geun
Bong Tae-gyu
Shin Ji-woon
Baek Jeong-rim
Kim Yeon
Kim Eung-soo
Yang Taek-sik
Lee Bong-gyu
Town Chief
Jung Woo
Neighborhood Thug
Jung Jae-jin
Projectionist
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Good Lawyer's Wife (2003) about?
The film follows a woman trapped in a loveless marriage, whose husband's infidelity pushes her into a clandestine affair with their teenage neighbor. As her moral and emotional boundaries blur, she confronts the hollow promises of family and the painful realities of isolation.
Who directed A Good Lawyer's Wife?
Im Sang-soo, the acclaimed South Korean director known for his sharp critiques of societal norms and intimate character studies.
Who stars in A Good Lawyer's Wife?
The film features Moon So-ri in a powerhouse role, alongside Hwang Jung-min, Youn Yuh-jung, Kim In-mun, and Bong Tae-gyu.
Is A Good Lawyer's Wife (2003) worth watching?
While lacking an IMDb rating, the film's bold storytelling and Moon So-ri's magnetic performance make it a standout in Korean cinema. Its unflinching look at infidelity and family dysfunction offers a thought-provoking, if uncomfortable, viewing experience.
How long is A Good Lawyer's Wife?
The film runs for 106 minutes.
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About A Good Lawyer's Wife (2003) — When Marriage Crumbles and Secrets Surface in Korean Drama
Im Sang-soo's 2003 drama *A Good Lawyer's Wife* unfolds against the backdrop of a crumbling marriage, where respectability begins to crack under the weight of infidelity and emotional neglect. Moon So-ri delivers a raw, mesmerizing performance as a once-dedicated mother and wife whose husband's betrayal pushes her into an unexpected affair with their teenage neighbor. Blending crime and domestic drama, the film probes the quiet desperation of modern relationships, exposing how loneliness and societal pressures can corrode even the most ordinary lives. The atmosphere is thick with tension, blending the mundane with the morally fraught, as secrets simmer beneath the surface of a seemingly stable household.
Youn Yuh-jung and Kim In-mun add layers of complexity to the family dynamics, while Hwang Jung-min's portrayal of the unfaithful husband underscores the film's unflinching critique of male entitlement. Im Sang-soo crafts a story that's as much about the fractures in Korean society as it is about personal betrayal, leaving audiences to question where loyalty truly lies. *A Good Lawyer's Wife* (2003) is a provocative exploration of desire, duty, and the fragile illusions of family—crafted with a director's keen eye for human frailty.
