Universe Department Store

About This Movie

So, Universe Department Store is a documentary that takes you on a nostalgic trip back to the 1980s. It's all about this department store that opened with a lot of promise but only lasted three years. The director, Won Taewoong, reflects on the changes happening in Cheonho-dong with the redevelopment of the Kolon Shopping Mall, and you can feel that bittersweet atmosphere throughout. The pacing is slow, almost meditative, allowing you to soak in the memories and the lost potential of the store. There’s a certain rawness in the way it’s shot, which gives it a very authentic feel. It’s not just a documentary; it’s a love letter to a place and time that once held so much hope.

Documentary on 1980s retail culture.Focus on urban redevelopment.Personal reflections from the director.