영화 <리틀 포레스트>를 통해 본 일본과 한국의 사회적 인식 차이 비교 고찰

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to provide an opportunity to understand the cultures of both countries by comparing the perspectives of Japanese and Korean societies on the young generation through the film <Little Forest>. Modern youth are living an intense life in the city, transcending the country. It can be said that this is a time when it is difficult for young people to achieve their goals in life, regardless of their efforts. Young people’s employment, dating, and marriage are becoming subjects of abandonment in a fiercely competitive society. This social phenomenon is expressed as the ‘Satori Generation’ in Japan and the ‘N-po Generation’ in Korea. The film <Little Forest>, which was released in Japan and Korea to suit the characteristics of both countries while maintaining a similar development structure, reflects the social perspectives of those countries. The Japanese film <Little Forest>, directed by Mori Junichi, focuses on small values through securing a stable position of the protagonist’s inner self, satisfaction with life, and an accepting attitude. On the other hand, the Korean film <Little Forest>, directed by Lim, Soonrye, reflects the consciousness of giving the audience an expectation of change along with the projection of the protagonist’s growth, change, and development, or obsession.