3 Touching Scenes That Stood Out In "Love In The Big City"

Oct 16, 2024

“Love in the Big City” has left a lasting impression on audiences!

Based on the bestselling novel of the same name by Park Sang Young, “Love in the Big City” is a romance film about unlikely roommates Jae Hee (Kim Go Eun) and Heung Soo (Noh Sang Hyun). Although their lifestyles match in nearly every way—making them ideal partners for cohabitation—the two friends have polar opposite views on romance.

With strong word-of-mouth and enthusiastic praise from audiences, the film is making a significant impact at the box office. Below, we highlight three of the scenes that have captured audiences’ hearts!

1. Jae Hee’s tears of loneliness behind her strong exterior

One standout scene features Jae Hee, who usually exudes confidence, breaking down in tears. Known for her straightforwardness in life and love, Jae Hee is typically bold and honest about her feelings. However, after experiencing betrayal from her boyfriend Sun Woo (Lee Yoo Jin), she becomes deeply hurt and reveals her anxieties about how others perceive her.

In this emotional scene, Jae Hee expresses her confused emotions to Heung Soo, shedding tears that highlight the loneliness and anxiety hidden behind her strong exterior.

2. Jae Hee and Heung Soo’s unique friendship

In a powerful scene at the police station, Jae Hee and Heung Soo confidently express their unique approach to friendship. As their lifestyles are compatible in almost every aspect except their views on love, they begin living together in a way that helps them support each other during difficult times.

However, their living arrangement raises eyebrows, as society struggles to accept two people of different genders cohabitating. Jae Hee’s boyfriend Ji Seok suspects they have romantic feelings for each other and criticizes their relationship at the police station. Frustrated by Ji Seok’s unfounded accusations, Heung Soo comes out as gay, and Jae Hee stands up for him.

This pivotal moment not only strengthens their friendship but also leaves a lasting impression on the audience as Jae Hee and Heung Soo confront societal prejudices and maintain their bond in their own way.

3. Heung Soo’s congratulatory performance for Jae Hee

The final standout scene features Heung Soo singing at Jae Hee’s wedding. From their college days at 20 to their careers in their 30s, Jae Hee and Heung Soo have supported each other through their struggles, forming a special friendship that encourages them to be true to themselves.

As Jae Hee prepares to marry someone who loves her for who she is, Heung Soo performs miss A’s “Bad Girl Good Girl” at the wedding, singing lyrics that reflect Jae Hee’s bold personality. During the performance, Jae Hee smiles but struggles to hold back tears, creating an emotional moment that resonates with the audience.

Viewers have praised this scene as a highlight of the film, noting the mix of laughter and tears evoked by Heung Soo’s performance.