Embark on a nostalgic journey through the bustling dormitory of Seo-won House, home to a group of students from rural areas pursuing their dreams in the capital city in 1994. Ji-ah (portrayed by Ga-yeul Kim) finds herself reminiscing about her past as she unearths an old videotape, transporting her back to the vibrant and lively dormitory of yesteryears.
The story unfolds with Ji-ah being a freshman in the Computer Science department, while her older brother "Trash" (Zeng Yi in the role), a medical student in his third year, had relocated their family to Seoul to open the dormitory, catering specifically to students. Characters such as "Chang-hoon," "San-cheop," "Hae-tae," "Happiness," and "Ji-hyun" gradually make their appearance, filling the dormitory with laughter and chaos. As Ji-ah's parents hope to find a suitable son-in-law among these students, the dormitory becomes even more lively.
This film is a return collaboration between director Kim Joon-ho and scriptwriter Lee Kyung-joo, who previously brought us "Reply 1997." Set in Seoul, 1994, this film meticulously recreates the pop culture of the era, reigniting the wave of nostalgia once again. With a well-crafted narrative and an authentic depiction of 1990s' South Korea, this heartwarming tale is sure to take viewers on a memorable journey down memory lane.