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Tears (2001): cast, story & where to watch

2001 · Film · ★ 5.2

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Released in 2001, Tears is a notable film directed by Im Sang-soo, running about 105 minutes.

What it’s about. Han, a young runaway, and Chang, an over-the-top teen, are close friends. Chang is a foulmouthed, womanizer while Han is a quiet and humble virgin. As they venture into the streets of Garibong-dong and jump from apartment to apartment, they encounter a young hooker, Lan, and Seri, a paint-sniffing young woman who finds comfort in the hands of Han. And this forms the unlikely group of teenagers facing the hardships of street life.

Who’s in it. Tears stars Han Jun as Han, Park Geun-yeong as Sa-ri, Bong Tae-gyu as Jang and Cho Eun-ji as Ran, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Tears has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tears page.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Tears (2001)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tears change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Tears worth watching?
Tears holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Tears?
Tears stars Han Jun, Park Geun-yeong, Bong Tae-gyu, Cho Eun-ji and Sung Ji-ru.
When was Tears released?
Tears was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.