First Ride: Kang Ha-neul and Director Reunite, Delivering Laughter and Tears
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“This time as well, it’s a story about people.”
Director Nam Dae-joong said with a smile at the press screening.
Actor Kang Ha-neul stood beside him.
The two had already worked together on the 2023 film ‘30 Days,’
becoming a ‘dream team’ of laughter and emotion.
Reuniting after a year, they return even more humorously and warmly.
The movie ‘First Ride’ begins with laughter and
ultimately becomes a ‘life comedy’ that touches the heart.
Kang Ha-neul's humanity and Director Nam Dae-joong's delicate perspective meet again,
delivering the message to audiences to “love this moment.”
[1] ‘First Ride,’ the Emotion of ‘30 Days’ Reborn Through the Reunion of Kang Ha-neul and Director
The press screening of ‘First Ride’ was held at CGV Yongsan in Seoul.
The venue was filled with cheerful energy that day.
Kang Ha-neul, Kim Young-kwang, Cha Eun-woo, Kang Young-seok, Han Sun-hwa —
Actors with different charms gathered in one place.
But the atmosphere was more than that.
The reunion of Kang Ha-neul and Director Nam Dae-joong,
who had already shown solid teamwork in ‘30 Days,’
raised expectations among audiences as a ‘reliable duo.’
Director Nam Dae-joong said, “This movie was actually planned before ‘30 Days.’
It was postponed because overseas filming was blocked due to COVID.
So, its release now is even more meaningful.”
As he said, this reunion was not just a return but
a ‘completion of a relationship created by time.’
[2] ‘First Ride,’ the Pleasant Atmosphere Created by the Reunion of Kang Ha-neul and Director
Kang Ha-neul opened the screening with his unique, candid smile.
“It’s really fun working with the director.
We can freely share opinions and honestly say ‘that’s not it’ to each other.”
Director Nam Dae-joong burst into laughter at his words.
Their chemistry was evident on set as well.
In ‘First Ride,’ Kang Ha-neul appears as
Tae-jeong, a protagonist with a determined personality.
Alongside him are Do-jin (Kim Young-kwang), Yeon-min (Cha Eun-woo), Geum-bok (Kang Young-seok), and Ok-sim (Han Sun-hwa).
They are 24-year-old friends who embark on their first overseas trip.
It’s not just a simple trip but a story about ‘the first restart of life.’
The warmth of life melted into laughter
is considered the biggest charm of this work.
[3] ‘First Ride,’ the Reunion of Kang Ha-neul and Director, and the Shadow of ‘30 Days’
‘First Ride’ is an extension of ‘30 Days.’
Both works start with ‘humor’ but
ultimately end with ‘human warmth.’
Director Nam Dae-joong said, “The core of this movie is the line ‘next time.’
Instead of just saying ‘let’s meet next time’,
it means to cherish the time with the people next to you now.”
Kang Ha-neul nodded at his words.
“The director’s works always have a human touch.
There were many moments on set where I felt emotional this time as well.”
‘First Ride’ is not just a simple travel movie.
On that road, life's humor, loss, and comfort intersect.
[4] ‘First Ride,’ the Sincerity of Characters Presented by the Reunion of Kang Ha-neul and Director
Kim Young-kwang played ‘Do-jin’ in this movie.
He said, “I’ve played a lot of villain roles, but this time it’s a pure character.
The actors I worked with were so cheerful that I naturally immersed myself in it.”
Cha Eun-woo shows a kind and sophisticated sensibility, just like the name ‘Yeon-min.’
His presence was clear even with a short appearance.
Kang Young-seok appeared as ‘Geum-bok, the guy who sleeps with his eyes open,’
creating a sea of laughter with his unique comedic timing.
Han Sun-hwa added warmth by playing the role of ‘Ok-sim.’
“I wanted to get close to the older brothers quickly, so I approached them first.
We had to look like real friends.”
Her candid words spread laughter on set.
In this way, ‘First Ride’ created a pleasant synergy like a trip
where each personality meshed together.
[5] ‘First Ride,’ the Reunion of Kang Ha-neul and Director, and the Lingering Impression
After the screening, the reporters' reactions were consistent.
“We laughed and cried.”
‘First Ride’ starts as a simple comedy,
but in the end, it has the power to make you reflect on life.
Director Nam Dae-joong said, “This movie is a movie of comfort.
It’s a story about living with the people of the present instead of the unanswered ‘next time.’”
As he said, the audience laughs while watching the movie
and eventually reflects on their own lives.
This movie
quietly reminds us ‘how precious this moment is.’
[6] ‘First Ride,’ the Reunion of Kang Ha-neul and Director, and the Story That Started Again
Kang Ha-neul completed the character with his own color in this movie as well.
His acting is still natural and warm.
Sometimes steadfast, sometimes cheerful.
Laughter and emotion intersect in every scene he appears in.
“When I meet the director again, the set itself is happy.”
His words were not just a comment but sincerity.
Through this reunion, the audience
realizes ‘how valuable it is to work with good people again.’
That’s how ‘First Ride’ was completed.
It’s a movie, but at the same time, it’s a story of life.
Behind the laughter, there are tears, and in the comedy, there is comfort.
Category
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Ratings
Reaction at the Press Screening
Harmony of Laughter and Tears
Stage/Event Nature
Second Collaboration After ‘30 Days’
Reunion of Director Nam Dae-joong and Kang Ha-neul
Emotional Line
Emotion in Cheerfulness
Comfort in Everyday Life
Fan Reaction
“A Combination You Can Trust”
“Kang Ha-neul’s Acting is So Warm”
Meaning Summary
Cherish Current Relationships
Laughter in Life’s Journey
Conclusion
Comfort at the End of Laughter
The Completed Comedy of a Dream Team Reunion
‘First Ride’ tells a story of life through the lens of travel.
In a world that moves too fast,
it’s a movie that tells us to stop for a moment to laugh, cry, and love.
Kang Ha-neul was still warm, and Director Nam Dae-joong was still portraying people.
The fact that the two met again
means that this movie is already half successful.
The lingering impression after the laughter,
that was the sincerity of life that ‘First Ride’ wanted to convey.
How did you feel about this reunion of Kang Ha-neul and Director Nam Dae-joong?
Source :https://blog.naver.com/yooju0913
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