"Mom's Friend 2020" is a poignant drama that explores the life of Tae-hee, a widow who cherishes the memory of her deceased husband and chooses to live alone rather than remarry. Her compassionate neighborhood friends, Yeong-ju and Cheol-min, often express their concern for her well-being. Meanwhile, Yeong-ju's son, Min-ho, secretly admires Tae-hee and captures her images without her knowledge. The story takes an unexpected turn when Tae-hee visits Yeong-ju's home, forgets her cellphone, and is embraced by Min-ho after he emerges from the shower, setting the stage for complex emotional dynamics.
Interesting Trivia:
1. The actress playing Tae-hee drew inspiration from real-life widows she met during her research, adding depth and authenticity to her performance.
2. The shower scene, pivotal to the storyline, was filmed with careful choreography and sensitivity to balance the drama with respect for the actors involved.
3. The production team chose to shoot many outdoor scenes in actual neighborhoods rather than sets to enhance the story's realism and connect audiences more deeply to the characters' everyday lives.
- Released June 05, 2020