My New Sassy Girl

The story begins in Korea, highlighting family expectations and close-knit community dynamics. It then moves to China, introducing a modern corporate environment centered on a telecommunications company and Team Oxford. Key scenes unfold in China's mountains and plains, where the couple's bond is tested and ultimately renewed.

💞 Love & Loyalty

Love anchors Gyun-woo and his wife as they navigate pressure from family, work, and society. The couple faces deception, career upheaval, and cultural differences that test their bond. A decisive moment—when the wife defends him in front of the Executive Director—highlights the depth of their commitment. The theme shows how loyalty can sustain a relationship through hardship and changes in life.

👪 Family & Obligation

Gyun-woo's mother embodies traditional values that oppose the marriage, illustrating the weight of family opinion on personal happiness. The corporate upheaval and social pressures intensify the desire to conform. The film probes the tension between filial duty and pursuing a shared future. In the end, family bonds adapt and make space for growth.

🧭 Identity & Belonging

Cross-cultural marriage forces characters to renegotiate belonging across borders. Gyun-woo's wife is Chinese-born, blending two cultures within one household. The couple's life unfolds across Korea and China, challenging assumptions about identity and home. The journey through different landscapes mirrors their search for a place where they truly belong.

🏔️ Resilience & Reunion

Gyun-woo undertakes a challenging trek through the mountains of China to locate his missing wife. The arduous journey tests his endurance and resolve. The reunion in the plains settlement brings warmth and a renewed sense of belonging. The film closes with quiet hope for reconciliation and continued togetherness.