'I want to let it all go': Kim Sae Ron's final film stirs emotion as moving dialogues mirror real life amid Kim Soo Hyun scandal
Guitar Man captures Kim Sae Ron's most vulnerable side
Guitar Man is Kim Sae Ron's last completed film, and while it's not a big-budget production, its emotional weight is undeniable. Playing Yoo-jin, a part-time worker with dreams of becoming a musician, Kim delivers lines like 'Life isn't easy,' 'I want to let it all go,' and 'I'm scared… now I have to go alone.' These lines, now seen through the lens of her personal hardships and eventual death, hit differently for fans who followed her journey. The film was rushed to completion in honour of her wish for it to release by May 2025, a promise director Lee Sun Jung says he was determined to keep.
Director remembers Kim Sae Ron as quiet but passionate performer
At a recent press conference, Guitar Man director Lee Sun Jung spoke emotionally about working with Kim Sae Ron. He described her as a deeply sincere and gifted actress. 'She was born to act,' he said. According to Lee, Kim kept to herself during filming, often retreating to her car between scenes. But when the camera rolled, she transformed. Her performance was raw, focused, and full of heart — something he believes audiences will feel strongly when the film hits theatres on May 30.
About Kim Soo Hyun controversy
Kim Sae Ron's tragic passing on February 16, 2025, by suicide at age 24, left fans in shock. In the days after, rumours resurfaced about a past relationship between her and Kim Soo Hyun, which allegedly began when she was still a minor. The claims quickly spread online, sparking widespread criticism of Kim Soo Hyun for dating an underage girl. What started as social media chatter evolved into a legal issue, though details remain limited. The controversy has further complicated public mourning, with fans torn between grief and outrage. Yet despite everything, Guitar Man offers one final look at a young woman who, through all the noise, never stopped trying to express herself.
Meanwhile, Guitar Man is scheduled to release on May 30.
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