Release date: February 12, 2022
Genres: Romance, Education, Drama
Country of origin: South Korea
Director: Jung Ji-hyun
Tongue: Korean
Where to look
Netflix
Trailer
Summary
Set in the late 90s, Twenty-five Twenty-one follows the intertwined lives of Na Hee-do, an aspiring fencer, and Baek Yi-jin, a young man whose family faces financial ruin during the IMF crisis. The story unfolds across multiple timelines, showing how their bond evolves as they face the challenges of adolescence, love and ambition.
Na Hee-do, despite the setbacks, dreams of joining the national fencing team. Her fierce determination attracts the attention of Baek Yi-jin, who struggles to rebuild her life after her family’s failure. A deep friendship develops between the two and blossoms into a nuanced romance as they support each other through life’s adversities. Through its depiction of friendship, love and loss, the series highlights the resilience of young people in turbulent times.
The narrative is framed by Hee-do’s daughter, who discovers her mother’s diaries, offering a nostalgic glimpse into her mother’s past and reflecting on how relationships can shape one’s life path.
Awards:
- Baeksang Arts Awards 2022:
- Best Actress: Kim Tae-ri
- Most popular actress: Kim Tae-ri
- Asian Academy Creative Awards:
- Korean Culture and Entertainment Awards
- Excellence Award, Actress – Kim Ji-yeon
Appearance/Cast
- Kim Tae-ri – And Hee-do
- Nam Joo-hyuk – Baek Yi-jin
- Bona – Ko Yu-rim
- Choi Hyun-wook – Moon Ji-woong
- Lee Joo-myung – Ji Seung-wan
