Petty Romance Ending Explained: A comic artist and an unemployed sex columnist are trying to work together in order to win a lucrative comic-book competition. Directed by Kim Joung-hoon, this 2010 comedy film stars Lee Sun-kyun (Jeong-bae), alongside Choi Kang-hee as Da-rim, Oh Jung-se as Hae-ryong, Ryu Hyun-kyung as Kyeong-seon. With a 6.2/10 rating, the ending has divided audiences.

What Happens at the End of Petty Romance?

A comic artist and an unemployed sex columnist are trying to work together in order to win a lucrative comic-book competition.

How Does Lee Sun-kyun (Jeong-bae)'s Story End?

  • Lee Sun-kyun: Lee Sun-kyun's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
  • Choi Kang-hee (Da-rim): Choi Kang-hee's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
  • Oh Jung-se (Hae-ryong): Oh Jung-se's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.

What Does the Ending of Petty Romance Mean?

Petty Romance's ending attempts to resolve the major plot threads, though some narrative elements involving Lee Sun-kyun may feel rushed. Kim Joung-hoon's final act has been both praised for its ambition and criticized for its execution.