Applause (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film
Released in 1982, Applause is a drama film directed by Kim Eung-chun, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. Na-young is a Korean-American college student. Staying with her uncle in Korea, Na-young is forced to learn Korean dances, Korean traditional songs, and sewing from her aunt. Unable to bear it any longer, Na-young leaves her uncle's home. In a music salon, she meets Hyung-rok and his band. Hyung-rok is a singer and a college student. Na-young learns of love and friendship from them. When the music salon is closed down, Hyung-rok and his band decide to enter the college song contest to reopen the salon. Despite old instruments and hunger, the band wins the contest with Na-young's help. Na-young learns of how precious her home country is through Hyung-rok and his band. She asks her uncle to build a fancy music salon. Leaving behind love and friendship, Na-young returns to America.
Who’s in it. Applause stars Won Mi-kyung, Shin Goo, Kim Ae-kyung and Mun Mi-Bong, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Applause page.
If you liked it. Fans of Applause tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Applause (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Applause change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Applause?
- Applause stars Won Mi-kyung, Shin Goo, Kim Ae-kyung, Mun Mi-Bong and Bae Cheol-soo.
- When was Applause released?
- Applause was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.