What a Man Wants Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for What a Man Wants.
What a Man Wants Ending Explained: Set on Jeju Island, Seok-Geun is a middle-aged man and he works as a taxi driver. Directed by Lee Byeong-heon, this 2018 comedy film stars Lee Sung-min (Seok-geun), alongside Shin Ha-kyun as Bong-soo, Song Ji-hyo as Mi-young, Lee El as Jenny. With a 6.7/10 rating, the ending has divided audiences.
What Happens at the End of What a Man Wants?
Set on Jeju Island, Seok-Geun is a middle-aged man and he works as a taxi driver. He is married to Dam-Deok. Seok-Geun constantly cheats on his wife, but it doesn't mean he does not love his wife.
Lee Byeong-heon's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Lee Sung-min (Seok-geun)'s journey. He is married to Dam-Deok.
How Does Lee Sung-min (Seok-geun)'s Story End?
- Lee Sung-min: Lee Sung-min's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
- Shin Ha-kyun (Bong-soo): Shin Ha-kyun's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
- Song Ji-hyo (Mi-young): Song Ji-hyo's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.
What Does the Ending of What a Man Wants Mean?
What a Man Wants's ending attempts to resolve the major plot threads, though some narrative elements involving Lee Sung-min may feel rushed. Lee Byeong-heon's final act has been both praised for its ambition and criticized for its execution.