Subtitles by CJ E&M / Dramafever
Audition for ‘King of Joseon’,
was that your idea? It’s brilliant!
The reaction is already through the roof!
I gotta hand it to JM!
Yong Min,
I mean, Manager Jo!
Give this a go,
it’s Il han’s amazing new song!
[KIM RAE WON]
I know Sarah Park bailed as musical director candidate.
How about Il Han?
Mr. Kang! Listen to this,
it’s a masterpiece!
[JI DAE HAN, LEE SUNG MIN]
I’ll put it on for you, listen to this baby.
Just one verse.
He gets the mainstream now!
[JO AN, LEE KWANG SOO]
The forgotten genius has been resurrected!
Even his story is first class!
Call me, okay?
Just plaster it!
Treat it with a little class!
I don’t believe this.
Come on, not in the fridge.
I really gotta leave for good.
[DIRECTED BY KIM SUNG HOON]
A WONDERFUL MOMENT
- Help us, Thunderman! - Don’t let them go!
Help us, Thunderman!
What is that?
It’s Thunderman!
Wow! It's Thunderman!
It's Thunderman!
Boys’n girls, what’s the matter?
They took Bee and Butterfly.
Yeah!
Don’t you worry!
I’ll save them!
Wait, wait!
Jung Il.
Yes?
Where’s your helmet?
Huh?
And is the wire painful?
Yes?
Does it hurt?
A little.
Then switch with Spider?
It doesn’t hurt.
And Butterfly comes out
after Bee.
We can’t see you at all.
It’ll work out this time, Il Han.
You know Sarah Park bailed out of ‘King of Joseon’, right?
Dude!
I give JM about 4 days before they…
I leave for Broadway in 4 days.
You heard?
Jo loved it so much.
You are the best.
What did you say?
You never discussed this with us.
Can’t you see how hard we’re working for you?
Really? In the fridge?!
Anyway, it’s a done deal,
AMDA sent an invite.
They want me right away.
What about ‘King of Joseon’?
Forget it.
It’s too commercial,
and they don’t get my music either.
Prof. Trayan gave me this personally
and said I’ll shine anywhere,
I disappointed you, sir.
Don’t do this to us!
Il Han, just wait 4 days,
that’s all I ask.
Is he for real?
He won’t leave!
This is serious,
what if he does?
There’s no Thunderman without him, and nothing for us!
Oh, no.
I hope he doesn’t leave.
There.
- No, not there. - That’s too late!
Did you talk to them directly?
- I called them a few… - The schedule’s changed.
I'm sorry.
Forget it, I’ll do it
Huh?
But he’s not a…
He’s a candidate too?
We need a kid like that to spice up the show.
Does he speak Korean?
Better than you do.
His dialect is better than yours?
How’s his singing?
One of a kind!
Give me his file.
He might not be eligible
Huh?
Why?
No consent form yet.
…lived together
but I don’t remember.
He left us when I was…
Hey Glory!
Should we check Oyido today?
Let’s see…
He’s not here.
Okay, good bye!
See ya.
What was that?
Kid’s looking for his father.
A missing case?
Of course not.
The man fled,
not uncommon here.
You shouldn’t lie to him.
Can you look him in the eyes
and say his daddy left him?
No, but…
Quiet please!
Our own Glory has been chosen
to appear in the audition show
for musical "King of Joseon."
Let’s give him a round of applause!
Miss,
shouldn’t a Korean play our king?
Yes.
Glory is a Korean too.
Him?
Sure.
[ ]
Get her signature by tomorrow.
But ma’am.
Don’t ma’am me,
it’s Sung Hee.
Okay, Sung Hee.
What’s up?
Couldn’t you talk to her instead?
Uncle’s name.
Avid.
Aunt.
Ariel.
"I study at school."
Ako…
Yes.
We did it yesterday.
Honey!
Bring the Filipino book.
Hello?
[ ]
I’m sorry, I won’t allow it.
It’ll be on national TV,
it’s a good opportunity for him.
He was one of the 5 selected
from 3,000 applicants.
Mom,
- they’ll pay us too. - Be quiet.
Appearance fee is substantial.
- And if he does well… - We’re leaving for the Philippines.
- What? - I’m not going.
Why should I?
- All my friends and dad are… - Shush!
Please think it over for his sake.
There aren’t many chances like this.
It all feels like that at first.
Everything in Korea.
Ma’am, please trust me.
I don’t want his talent to go to waste.
I’ll
personally look after him.
Just until end of the year,
we must leave next year.
Okay.
Is this a joke?!
The station’s got their 5 kids!
Why can’t you get 5 directors?!
I’m sorry sir.
A-listers know we’re looking to fill in Sarah Park’s spot.
Are you kidding me?!
Get me some water.
You’re making JM look like an incompetent pushover!
It's a shame.
Forget that.
Get 5 A-listers even if it kills you by the end of the day!
Got it?
Jeez.
Sir, there is one…
Seriously?
I don't believe this.
Turn that shit off.
Look here.
Korean musical legend Choi Ho Jin,
and rising star Min Jun Sang
are the headliners.
Berklee’s Bae Hyun Jin,
and a female director,
Emily Hwang.
Look.
Looks nice, doesn’t it?
And now,
a nobody?
An idiot who fooled around and bankrupted a big production.
He’s from Manhattan.
So are 1.6 million others.
Manhattan School of Music, sir.
Not Juilliard?
It’s like Juilliard.
So, is he still active?
<Yes.
He’s quite active in the children musicals.
This is an audition for finding a child actor after all.
What you’re saying is true,
these two are the headliners.
Only they should head a $10 million production.
The chosen, the challenger,
and filler.
We can’t allow a nobody to win this competition.
Heads will roll, because this is a national cultural project.
I don’t believe it…
Just support the headliners,
and the rest will...
fall into place.
Hey, it’s me.
Been well?
I’m coming to the States tomorrow.
Here?
I get enough requests
but it’s artistically dead.
Direction, actors, story, nothing’s up to my standard,
so I want to start over in NYC.
Can I crash at your place until I get settled?
Deportation?
You should’ve been careful!
My place?
I’m all packed up.
Call me when you get in.
Okay.
Bye.
How did he not get the green card yet?
I packed for nothing…
You’re really leaving?
Yeah, A.M.D.A. wants me there A.S.A.P.
But go as the King of Joseon.
Bro.
We’re talking about American Musical and Dramatic Academy.
It’s for best of the best.
But you are…
the King of Joseon!
Are you drunk?
I love you, bro.
They heard my stuff?
I told you it’ll work out!
But what do I tell A.M.D.A.?
They called earlier too.
This is a major predicament.
Let’s do it this way.
Since there’s no one in Korea to
meet the Broadway standards,
I’ll delay my dreams for a bit
and consider this as an act of patriotism.
A patriot!
Yoo Il Han!
The patriot!
The one and only!
We hit West End
and Broadway within one year.
We?
Yes!
The three of us!
How much is the suit?
I dunno.
It’s Italian though.
Nice, eh?
Bro,
this is my priceless
Swiss watch.
What’s with the saran wrap?
For scratches.
This is like my life.
I’ll let you borrow it.
No, never the watch.
You can’t even pay the rent,
how did you…
Answer that for me.
Sure.
The interview’s crucial,
gotta get their attention early.
They’ll think Choi and Min are the headliners.
The headliners are Min and I.
Sure, whatever you say
Don’t worry, I got what it takes,
the tongue, the talent
and now the suit.
I was born to wear this suit.
Bro, did you order a piano?
Yeah, it’s here?
Put it on the stage.
Music will now decide my fate.
What, we got a piano shortage?
How much?
Who knows?
What?
He really spends like a big shot.
I charged it,
that’s better for you, right?
Sure, it’s fine, thanks.
I pulled out 100 potential questions,
we’ll get a hit from this list.
First, when you were in USA…
Did you order a car?
It’s here?
Go get the keys.
I gotta be safe from now on,
it’s a Mercedes.
I put in some lease deposit too.
Okay,
thank you.
Broadway, here we come!
[제작발표회]
Hello.
- Director Yoo Il Han, right? - Yes.
This way.
This way…
- The green room is… - Ms. Nah Sung Hee?
Can I call you that?
Huh?
- I’m the assistant direc… - Pleased to meet you.
I need access to the kids’ tapes.
What?
Since I’m the last one in, shouldn’t I catch up?
Thank you in advance for your help.
Jun Sang, it’s been too long!
Remember me?
Arts Academy, Yoo Il Han.
- Director Choi, so good to see you. -
‘King of Joseon’ must be
a big deal to bring you out.
[Best Speech in 90 seconds]
Director Min.
Oh, hello.
Is Yoo friend of yours?
I’m not sure.
I went abroad in my second year.
So you studied together in NYC?
I heard he went to Manhattan.
Yeah?
Whose asshole did he lick to get here?
Did you see his work?
It was called… ‘Hero’ I think.
He did that?
It felt like a patchwork.
They're troublesome.
Copying others’ work and calling themselves artists,
frauds are aplenty nowadays.
Let’s go.
Just being here with fellow music directors is an honor.
I am happy to be here.
I have a question for director Min.
You’ve won accolades for your debut,
and it is the only local musical
to hit 1 million…
Yes!
Let me answer that.
Yes.
World famous composer
and my mentor Prof. Trayan said…
This question is for…
Yes, but I can answer.
Musical is not about
random notes on the score.
He said, it’s a battlefield
that is fought with blood and sweat.
My point is,
this competition is not about camaraderie.
To me, this audition is like a battlefield.
Next question please.
Director Min, how do you respond?
Taping begins at 2, we gotta hurry!
Let’s go.
Where?
To the station,
I’m your manager from today.
Manager?
You need a manager to be a musical star.
Sounds good?
Let’s go.
Okay!
Got any money?
We shouldn't go empty-handed.
What about soccer?
Don’t you wanna be a star?
Not in Korea, not for a black kid.
People like us must dream responsibly.
People like us?
Forget it.
Just do what I tell you.
Wanna take the bus or subway?
Welcome to Musical Dream,
a competitive audition that’ll determine ‘King of Joseon’s
musical director and child actor.
Let’s begin the show!
We’ll soon meet 5 young contestants,
who reached this far to become King Jung Jo,
but the directors must only listen to the voices
and select their partners.
Thunderman!
Yoo Il Han!
Thunderman!
[ ]
Yoo Il Han!
Once they’re matched up,
they’ll prepare for the weekly live performance together.
- Cam 5 zoom in. - The winner will have
the prestigious honor
to bring this musical to the world stage,
including West End in London,
and Broadway in New York City.
Shall we meet our first contestant?
Zoom in more.
Get a shot of the directors.
Cam 4 and 5, get ready.
The sun'll come out, tomorrow.
Bet your bottom dollar that tomorrow.
There'll be sun!
Just thinking about tomorrow.
Clears away the cobwebs, and the sorrow.
Til there's none!
When I'm stuck with a day
that's gray, and lonely,
I just stick out my chin and grin,
And say!
Oh! The sun'll come out tomorrow
So you got to hang on 'til tomorrow,
come what may!
Tomorrow!
I love ya, tomorrow!
You're always a day a way!
Just thinking about tomorrow
Clears away the cobwebs, and the sorrow
Til there's none!
When I'm stuck with a day
that's gray, and lonely,
I just stick out my chin and grin,
And say!
Oh! The sun'll come out tomorrow
Oh I got to hang on 'til tomorrow,
come what may!
Tomorrow!
I love ya tomorrow!
You're always a day a way!
Tomorrow!
I love ya tomorrow!
You're always a day
a way!
We will now
unveil the results.
Shall we find out
the lucky partner of Kim Do Yun?
He was chosen by two directors!
Do Yun, who will you choose?
I choose director Choi.
Director Choi Ho Jin is Do Yun’s lucky partner!
Congratulations!
Oh, furthermore;
We have another contestant
who was chosen by two directors.
And now, let’s reveal
the directors first before the actor.
Please reveal them!
They’re director Min and director Yoo!
Shall we bring out the actor for the final decision?
It’s Kim Glory.
Glory, who will you choose?
Pick him, pick him!
<Min Jun Sang!
Min...
I should’ve informed director Min beforehand…
Please, pick him.
Glory chose director Yoo,
congratulations to you both!
Sung Hee.
Producer Nah.
I don't think I clearly understand the concept of this.
- What? - It’s not right,
who'll take him for a Korean?
I'm telling you this for your sake,
this is a matter of realism.
- Without some kind of conspiracy… - What?
Conspiracy?
Who's he?
He's the producer.
Then you are…
I’m the AD.
If you look at the outcome,
isn't it a bit suspicious?
You chose the actor yourself.
Only because I couldn't see him,
then why did he choose me?
If you were him,
would you choose me or Min?
- Min, of course. - You see?!
That’s the normal response,
so why did he choose me?
Are you implying that we fixed the show in Min’s favor?
Your words, not mine.
- If you just look at… - Look here.
You crossed the line.
Crossed what?
Watch who you're talking to.
And you are?
Are you for real?
I knew from the moment we met,
MSM doesn’t mean a damn.
You're still a human trash.
Trash?
- Come here, what did you just say? - Calm down, calm down.
Calm down, everyone's watching.
What a jackass.
It’s alright.
If skin color was an issue, he wouldn’t be here.
That's not it.
Why'd anyone pick a Malaysian to play a Korean king?
Isn’t he a Filipino?
Same difference.
I should’ve just left for Broadway.
Let’s think positive,
we gotta play the hand we’re dealt.
Just pass the first round and you’ll be plastered on TV,
and more people will come see ‘Thunderman’, right?
Dude, just look at the ratings.
The publicity will be massive.
Go away, don’t you have a show?
Who cares about "Thunderman."
Broadway’s on the line!
You can only get to Broadway by passing the first round,
one step at a time.
Why go one step at a time,
when there’s an elevator to the top?
- Forget it. - Hey, Il Han, Il Han!
Hey, Il Han!
We still gotta do this.
Don't give up!
His own damn fault for picking that kid!
Buying your way to the top, huh?
- He’s Kim Do Yun. - Holy shit!
No weakness to speak of,
he's a prodigy.
Not many adult actors reach his level.
He’s your fiercest competition.
And Min’s Choi Hoon is a Royal Ballet School student.
He’s no Do Yun,
but he’s got the best training money can buy.
What are you doing?
I apologize for the other day.
Allow me to assist you in any way possible.
Why would human trash ever need assistance.
Sir, I’m really sorry.
Forget it.
He wasn’t this black before.
This is his friend, Sung Joon.
Glory’s over there.
Is your mom or dad from Malaysia?
Mom.
And it’s the Philippines.
Who cares.
And you?
I’m Gabonese.
Slowly, don’t bend the wrist.
- Ms. Hong. - Yes?
He lacks any basics.
That’s why you’re here.
Do whatever it takes to make him even a bit competitive.
Give me something to work with.
Could I see you afterwards?
Dammit, go away!
I should just forfeit.
What is it?
Sun screen.
My mom’s facial cream, to whiten your face.
Isn’t this for women?
Just wear it.
Like this.
Rub it.
Use it twice a day for full effect.
A good manager mustn’t stop caring.
Have to take you to the station, and talk to the director for you.
You don’t need it?
Me?
It’s too late for me.
Please take good care of Glory.
Isn’t his voice heavenly?
That’s why you chose him too.
- Unknowingly. - Of course!
You chose his voice.
He’s got a hard life,
raised by a single mother.
And a mixed race at that.
If his talent goes to…
One verse is enough.
"Let’s help him out of sympathy."
I get what you’re saying, so let’s call it a night
Wait!
Just this one shot.
I don’t do cheap stuff,
I learned to drink with whiskey.
What is art?
They’re all so full of shit.
Then why am I a fraud?
Who said that?
That bastard.
Son of a bastard…
<No.
But he’s the real deal,
I know
And I’m going to Broadway.
Go,
yes, I need to go home.
Let’s go together.
Where?
Broadway.
Five, six, seven. Arm in front.
Front of your nose.
Look far away.
- Ms. Hong. - Yes?
This won’t do, no impact whatsoever.
Let’s add a spin.
We only have a week.
Just one spin.
Learn the spin from her.
Practice, until it works!
Answer me.
Okay.
Stay up all night if you have to.
What's with you lately.
One ginseng drink is all it takes.
This is why you need a manager.
And now for our soccer team.
Me! Me! Me!
- Sung Joon! - Me! Me!
Huh? Ronaldinho?
He’s not Ronaldinho,
Ronaldinho’s Brazilian,
he’s an African.
Miss, we don’t need him.
Watch it!
Yo Filipino, lower your hand.
Okay, Sung Joon.
Who else?
What was that for?!
What about the practice?
It’s my practice.
You need a manager,
you need my protection.
If you want the job, score 5 goals against class 3.
Then you can be my manager.
Hey!
It’s gotta be 5.
You traitor.
Shouldn’t you be at the station?
Scoring is halved between acting and arrangement.
Even the kid only gets 30 points,
I can cover him with my 50.
This is the only way.
It’s a mixer, gotta check it myself.
But the station has one!
Keep your balance.
Under the elbow,
lower the shoulder.
And Plié.
And turn.
I can do it.
Until it works!
Broadway!
The first round consists of
5 interpretations of a single song.
It’s starting,
put on your masks!
This is so shameless!
This is major publicity!
Next time, next time!
Next time? There may not be a next time!
I poured so much money into this already!
Then you wear it too!
Tilt up, cam 3!
Cam 3!
Your friend, Thunderman!
Champion of justice!
Cut that weirdo out!
Can you believe it?
That in my dreams,
you are a princess fallen under a spell.
Even though
my gestures towards you
are always so hard for me.
But I always promised,
that I'll save you no matter what
I put my two hands together and prayed,
for endless courage and wisdom.
Fall!
Just fall!
Past the magic castle and over the swamps,
I see you far away inside the dark cave.
Hold onto my hand now,
can you feel our bodies rising?
Even if we fly high up
Isn’t rock arrangement cheating?
Why?
This is bad.
The world unraveling before us
is special if we're together.
Past the magic castle and over the swamps,
I see you far away inside the dark cave.
Hold onto my hand now,
can you feel our bodies rising?
Even if we fly high up
into the sky
don't be scared.
The world unraveling
before us
is special
if we're together.
With 2 contestants already moved up,
only one spot remains,
who will it be?
It’s director Yoo and Glory!
Congratulations!
Ms. Hong.
Yes?
Did you teach him to do 3 spins?
You won’t believe how hardcore he is.
He worked on it for a full week, because you said so.
Until it works.
Accomplishing that in a week is a miracle.
Landing was shaky.
10 spins next time.
Until it works.
[Let’s find his dad!] [He’s so cute!]
It hurts me so much.
A child, against a world full of prejudice,
and his sorrow.
So I thought to myself,
let me at least set him free on the stage.
Seeding a small dream
to other children in his situation,
that would make the world
a little brighter.
During the selection process,
did Glory say why he picked you?
He said that I smiled at him,
perhaps that smile was our fate.
Yes, his skin color is different.
But he was born and raised here
and he’s a Korean citizen,
so who says he can’t play our king?
Am I wrong?
No, of course not.
You’re right.
What, wasn’t that moving?
Not really.
Well, my goose bumps are moving.
Fine. Let's play individually.
Don’t come crawling back when I make it big.
I’m not taking any of you to Broadway.
I felt your sincerity through the TV.
It was very moving.
That is all.
17% for the first round, 25% next,
at this rate, we’ll get 30% ratings for the finals!
Thank you so much!
I have no one but you directors to thank!
In any case, I thought I only had to look out for Min.
Glory came out of nowhere.
But arrangement was so-so.
His 3-spin wasn't done by himself.
Blood and sweat went into that.
Spin and stuff aren't important.
Then what is?
Choi Hoon’s performance felt odd.
What was?
Just odd.
For your reference, the judge's scores showed
Kim Do Yun scored the highest, synced by riri13
then Kim Glory came in second.
As for arrangement,
director Min was first,
and director Yoo scored 4th.
I was compelled to share this little fact with you all.
Placed 4th…
As for next round's stage design…
How about we prep separately?
Yeah, prepping at the station is cumbersome.
Let’s work separately
and send the designs over.
Wow! This is getting better and better!
Competition is already heating up.
Sure, let’s do it your way.
Alright.
Holy shit!
- How many is that? - It’s the National Ballet Company.
Isn’t this Baek Man Chul?
It’s Baek Min Chul.
- Check this out - Shove it!
Hold still!
Hi, Bro. I'm about to come in,
cancel the ensemble trio, it’s hardly enough.
They got Baek Man Chul!
Baek Min Chul!
We got good enough people here
Just cancel it,
the quality is different!
We fight with scale,
and get qualified dancers.
Get as many back dancers as possible.
The stage has to be huge, okay?
Okay.
Opposite role has to be an A-class.
What?
A top-tier actor for a silent role?
That's disrespectful for the actor.
How about Jung Il?
He’s got the experience.
Are you kidding me?! Absolutely not!
We already passed our allotted budget.
Help me out here.
This is all for us!
- Where were we? - The stage.
Did you see Psy at the station?
No.
I saw Girls’ Generation.
Hey!
Be quiet!
I’ll test you in a bit!
Jung Il, stay away from him!
Sorry.
It’s okay.
How did we land a kid like him?
Yeah, what a shitty luck.
Only I can carry him along like this.
That’s not what I meant.
Why does it feel awkward?
Doesn’t it?
We’re missing something.
That’s enough.
Stop,
stop!
From the top, but this time Jung Il plays the other role.
Hurry up.
- Me? - Say the line.
Okay.
I’m certain your…
Turn around.
No!
Again!
What're you looking at? That's not it.
Don’t come down, until it works!
Glory, are you okay?
Yeah.
This is inhumane, let him rest.
It’s been 5 hours already!
Go away.
Okay.
Just a bit longer.
Until it works!
Hey, Glory.
It’s really tiring, right?
Ah, I forgot something
I am the best!
Who told you to raise the key?
Isn’t it about time for Hoon
to challenge Do Yun?
I think he should
do something special.
Is this a talent show?
If that’s the best you can do, leave now.
What will it be?
This dark and empty place,
I’m okay now.
Okay, stop.
Again,
repeat the line.
It feels full when I dance
this dark and empty place, I’m okay now.
That’s when you look at the audience,
like it’s full of something.
Don’t look at the ground or the wall,
like just now.
Like the way Annie looks at the audience.
Didn’t you see it?
No.
What about ‘Peter Pan’?
‘Cats’?
Which musicals have you seen?
Nothing.
Glory, stop right there.
Where is he?!
In… the hallway.
Rest a day,
I’ll let him know.
No, I can do it tomorrow.
Not like this.
I don’t need to rest, Mr…
Mr. Director’s boss?
Just call me big bro.
Okay, big bro.
So don’t tell the director.
You love it this much?
- Yes! - Why?
Look at this bruise.
I just do.
So please don’t tell him.
I love singing.
Okay,
2 tickets for the 7PM show.
Glory and I.
No, make that 3.
Thanks.
Can you believe it?
He’s never seen a musical.
I was flabbergasted.
- Director. - Yeah?
Make practice fun for him, don’t scare him off.
He said I scare him?
If he’s capable of saying that, I wouldn’t say it.
He’s all bruised up because of the wire.
I’m saying this because it feels like we’re on the same side,
don’t you see who he’s up against?
Those boys had private lessons since toddler hood.
- I know that, but… - My heart is not made of stone.
Do I not see a child trying so hard?
But what can I do?
"Through loneliness and sadness…"
What’s the next line?
"I won’t cry’."
That’s right.
Let’s take Glory to see a show,
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Okay.
It’s impossible,
they’re too good!
You know that too.
Games so far were easy, but not anymore.
A promise is a promise.
Don’t you get it?
I can’t score so many!
You do it!
Give up?
No.
Just watch.
I never promised anything.
You traitor.
Block him!
Tackle, tackle!
Score!
Good job!
You traitor.
Sir.
That keeper role, couldn’t I do it?
It’s just one line.
I already got an actor.
I’m an actor too.
I really want to do it.
With my own face,
without Thunderman makeup.
Nope.
A full orchestra right here,
can you feel it?
We'll use this in the finals to squash whoever.
"The Phantom of the Opera," "Aida,"
"Jekyll & Hyde," "Miss Saigon"... it's all here.
Right?
This is my best work,
it's a killer.
Il Han.
Do you know why 'Hero' bombed?
The audience wasn't up to our standard.
That's what I thought too,
no, I wanted to believe that.
But it wasn't.
It bombed because we imitated.
That one big shot we planned,
we got it all wrong.
What is it?
When we first met, you gave me this,
remember?
I still think 'Sunshine' is your best work.
Have you lost your intuition?
This is ancient history.
At least it's original.
I feel ashamed when I see him,
he's giving everything.
and he loves this so much.
He said he's happy.
What about me?
What about you?
Enough!
You just had to say you didn't like it!
No need for this.
- -
Afternoon!
- Hello. - Hello.
- Glory. - Hello.
Yes?
It’s for the finals, listen to it a 100 times.
The finals?
Aren't we going?
Yes! Of course!
Hey, Glory!
Glory!
How are you?
Nice!
I’m so much better at this.
How come you don’t come by anymore?
Yeah.
No good.
Huh?
Leg here, open your chest,
shoulder wide open.
Practice, until it works!
- Am I doing it wrong? - No, you're not.
Director!
Sorry, we're late.
Where's the camera?
Excuse me?
Came to have fun? Or for work?
Must I do your job?
You call yourself a producer?
It's a heartwarming shot.
This isn't a date.
- I'll get... - Forget it.
Where is this bastard?
Dude!
- Hey. - Evening, here you go.
Oh yeah,
we need to use Prof. Trayan's piece,
we can't get a hold of him.
Are you still in touch?
Yeah.
His royalty is insane.
Dude, we're JM.
Sure,
but he's such a picky old man,
he doesn't like random inquiries.
I'll give him a call, which piece?
Arranging a meet with
our NYC staff will do.
Okay!
Let's get going.
Thank you!
Have fun, Ms. Nah!
It's a bit stuffy.
But it’s too late for a practice.
I sensed Glory wanted to go over it.
Fetch us some juice in the fridge.
Which part did you like the most.
Everything!
Right?
You have to see it and feel it,
that's the only way to learn.
The cup's on top.
I saw!
Did you listen
to the song a 100 times?
Yes!
Good.
Let's try it, pretend we're at the finals.
The way home
I walk for miles.
Can't see before my eyes.
Is there an end
to this journey?
The way home
I walk for miles.
What is a musical?
Not songs scribbled on staff paper.
To me, this industry is a battlefield.
On your request...
Can't see before my eyes.
Is there an end
to this journey?
A single ray of sunshine,
lighting the darkness before me.
Surrounding me with warmth,
you’re always beside me.
나를 기억해주는 니가 있어.
[Dear Yu Il-han]
[We regret to inform you that we have not received your tuition.]
[Since it is a year overdue, your entrance will be nullified.]
Even if you forget me,
I'll remember you.
I’ll sing for you,
sunshine.
What is musical to you?
It's just singing and dancing.
Does it pay enough?
Success is not fame,
money or power,
it’s waking up in the morning,
so excited about what you have to do.
Wow!
A line from ‘Fame’, right?
A little wild,
and rough…
but it’s a killer.
I trust my intuition in this line of business.
I know, sir.
Let’s do ‘Sunshine’ together!
Okay.
Could I check out your watch?
It's got a storied life.
So cool.
You went to MSM?
Sorry?
I was right about you.
Sorry about that.
So pleased to meet you.
Feels like I’ve turned into a swan,
when I dance and twirl
Stop!
Sorry, could the dancers step down?
You guys too.
Turn off the side lights.
And the rest, except the one on him.
Jung Il, come back up.
What's with him?
You play the keeper,
tomorrow too.
Dude!
I mean, sir!
Remember the line?
I’m certain your dance is special.
What do you think about when you dance?
A dancer sliced through the stage.
I still remember the way he moved.
The warmth of my dad and mom’s touch.
It feels full
when I dance,
this dark and empty space,
Wow...
So good.
I’m okay now.
I will dance to where
mom and dad are
and fly
away.
Amazing!
- -
Snap out of it!
Don’t run away.
Not like this,
look at my eyes.
In your heart,
full of passion,
don’t give that up.
I believe in your dance.
- Let me go. - Look into my eyes.
- I'm sick of it. - Look at me!
- No, I won’t allow it. -
- Don't wanna dance - You know yourself.
- I will flee. - More than anyone.
No, I can finally live without ballet.
See? That's you.
Your body moves,
start over.
Your two feet
and two arms.
Heart beats so fast.
Start over again!
Run!
My arms and feet are alive.
My heart beats so fast.
I live in my dance.
I can't ignore my dance
Jump!
Towards the sky
Jump!
With all my might
Jump!
Higher than ever
Don't stop,
don't hide!
The passion within me!
Shout and let it out
Dance!
Dance with passion!
And now,
Director Min and Choi Hoon are up next
Take it away!
I may be small, but not my dance.
I may be young, but not my dream.
Let me show you,
what I can do.
Look, this is the real me.
I may be small, but not my dance.
Under the spotlight on this stage.
I stand proudly,
I won't hide anymore
I need dance,
I wanna show.
I need dance,
I wanna show.
With vigor and spirit.
We want your dance!
I need dance,
I wanna show.
We need dance,
We wanna show.
Look at my dance, look at me.
I am the best!
This is Musical Dream, where the future of ‘King of Joseon’
will be determined very soon.
It's time to find out the finalists.
The first team to advance
to the finals is…
Director Choi and Kim Do Yun!
The second and final team to advance is...
Director Yu and Kim Glory!
Congratulations!
Who do you want to thank right now?
Mom.
Director,
Thunderman and Sung Joon,
and my dad too.
You mentioned your dad
in your audition.
Have you met him since then?
No.
But I'm sure he's watching you right now.
What's his name?
Kim Pil Sung.
How about a word to him?
Dad,
I'm going to work hard and win,
because you're watching.
Mom and I are well.
Dad...
I...
Glory, congratulations again!
Glory!
- Let's go. - What?
To the station,
I scored 10 after you left.
Satisfied?
You got a game today.
Who cares, let's go.
- Give me your bag. - Yo African!
I'll kick your ass.
- What? - Dude,
We got championship game!
But I have to go.
I'm his manager.
Are you nuts?
What about the game?
Come on,
we can't win without you.
Come on, African.
Go.
I'm sorry bud,
I'm really sorry.
But I'll come to your finals!
I promise.
Okay?
I feel ashamed when I see him,
he loves this so much.
He said he's happy.
What about you?
Here.
This is my song?
[Song of Glory]
That's what it says, "Song of Glory."
Thank you sir!
Listen to it a 100 times, until you get sick of it.
I'm taking you home for that reason, got it?
Okay.
Such a snob, it’s just one ride.
This is no ordinary car.
Big bro works tirelessly to pay off the lease.
Make sure to thank him tomorrow, got it?
- Okay. - Good.
By the way,
what about 'Sunshine' then?
It’s changed.
Why haven't you left yet?
And why is Glory on TV?
Why the hell did he say my name?!
Are you crazy?
You sent him, right?
Yeah, I did!
I told him to tell the world about you!
Why should we hide?
Shut your mouth!
So what then,
I tried my best.
I tried my best to be a father.
But I’m not cut out for it.
Just leave, alright?
Honey!
Honey! Honey!
It’s dad?
- No, it's not him, honey. - It is, it is dad!
It's not him!
You're lying, you liar!
It's your fault!
I hate you!
He came to see me!
Yes, it's my fault.
I'm sorry.
Go after him.
- Go. - Glory!
Glory!
I grew up without a dad too.
I hated other kids with dads,
and envied them.
I felt it too.
It's different.
It is not, you silly.
At least your dad is alive.
He’ll come back for you soon.
But you’re a Korean even without a dad.
I'm...
Without him, I’m not a Korean.
Of course not.
You’re a Korean no matter what.
No need to go back to the Philippines,
because…
he won’t let you.
Right?
Yeah, sure.
That’s right, we got the finals to get to.
Just trust me!
Look at me.
You’re a Korean and you can do this.
Look, a fish!
Glory,
you resent your grandfather
and mother,
you’re sad but you can’t cry,
because you might get exiled like your father.
How would you feel?
I’d be scared to death.
Want to cry
and
miss dad so much.
Shall we try?
[Manager Jo]
This theater packs
2,000 people.
Such theater is hard to come by even abroad.
When you hear the applause before the curtain call,
it moves you to no end.
Heard about our next main project ‘Don Quixote’?
Yes.
I’m hoping to hand you that project.
Regardless of that show, I see another work for us.
No one’s doubting your talent anymore.
I’ll do my best.
But there’s a problem
– that child.
This is a government-backed project
to export our cultural content,
and the suits aren’t happy.
They might not know what to do with it.
You know
how awkward it’d be for him to head it.
I heard he may be leaving,
more reasons not to, right?
I’m sorry, but…
Wait!
I don’t need an answer right away
Think it over
and give Jo a call.
Oh, by the way,
You should call
Prof. Trayan once in a while.
He’s your mentor after all.
What?
We met him a few days ago for a favor,
he doesn’t remember you very well.
- I used my English name… - If!
If there’s a problem, let us know,
so JM can act on it.
Raise your elbow.
Good.
A little higher.
Bro.
Yeah?
Get it off your chest already.
What if I was given a chance of a lifetime,
directing ‘King’ and ‘Don Quixote’,
and we can finally go to Broadway
and do whatever we want.
JM wants you to do ‘Don Quixote’?!
But there's a condition.
Of course there is.
Nothing just lands on your lap.
What is it?
Slave contract?
I’d sell my wife for that chance.
Wait.
You don’t mean…
[Manager Jo]
There was an error on our part.
If you were in the process of returning,
he wasn’t supposed to be eligible.
So Glory has to drop out?
Yes.
What if I forfeit our return?
This should be enough to cover your resettlement.
If you need more…
What about director Yoo?
Director.
Sir, we gotta do wardrobe check.
He’s not coming anymore.
Director.
It’s not true, right?
That I can’t go to the finals?
This is my song, right?
That’s what you said,
you wrote it for me.
That’s why it’s called ‘Song of Glory’
It’s not?
I can do well,
I’ll do my best
You said I can do this.
You said to trust you.
If I work hard…
You’re despicable.
What about my dream?!
Should we all sink and die?
Should we?
It’s not my fault.
Let’s leave right away, mom.
I’ll only listen to you.
I’ll be a good boy from now on.
I’ll be happy in the Philippines
and never look at dad’s photo.
I hate it here.
Okay, let’s leave.
Your private studio is all setup.
It’s big enough to start over
with a full rehearsal.
Same configuration as the station.
This way.
Ma’am.
Couldn’t you think it over?
It’s not too late.
There’ll be a way.
Let’s take the fight to the station.
Korea’s liberal enough to accept multicultural families…
Why do we need acceptance?
Sorry?
Are we so pitiful?
You feel bad for us?
People like you are the worst,
giving us false hope.
Like Glory’s father,
and director Yoo.
Got into the soccer team?
I told you, idiot,
we need realistic goals.
I’m sorry
Take care.
Big bro,
be well.
You too buddy.
Bye, Thunderman.
I’m sorry, it’s all my fault!
I won’t play soccer anymore!
Please, don’t go!
Don’t go!
Hello.
Shall we begin?
You resent your grandfather and mother,
you’re sad but you can’t cry,
because you might get exiled like your father.
How would you feel?
I still need to be on grandpa's good side,
because he’s still the king.
And I’m the heir.
Right.
[Song of Glory]
Why is the song still called that?
Can’t we call it "Song of Hoon?"
Let’s begin.
Shout my name anywhere.
Your friend,
Thunderman!
Hey, hey, hey!
Hey!
This is your best?
Why are you so down?
Kim Jung Il!
I told you to put on makeup for the rehearsal too!
And put on your helmet!
You call this prop?!
If this is your best, quit right now!
I don’t need any of you!
You’re all useless!
Show me some respect!
What?!
Dammit!
I have feelings too!
Break them all.
We got the best musical director now.
What, we’ll be rich soon, right?
Broadway, here we come.
Why should I be responsible for a contestant who left?
You really don’t get it?
Why Glory can’t come?
So what am I supposed to do?
Do whatever you want!
Start a boycott or resign or something.
We’re ready to roll.
Ready,
Cue.
I am Yoo Il Han.
Due to unexpected return to the Philippines,
Glory won’t be back for the finals.
It hurts me more than anyone else.
He was so talented,
and worked hard…
He's so...
talented.
And ...
I know he’s cheering on from afar…
I’m sorry,
could we continue later?
What now?
You don’t deserve to sob.
What?
You should’ve supported him, you of all people.
He believed in you and trusted you.
And me too.
Where you going?
To apologize to him.
Where is he?
Dunno!
Let’s go together.
Where?
To apologize.
He’s not in Korea anymore.
I know.
- Let’s go. - Wait.
You’re a grown woman, stop crying.
This is not like you.
You know me,
I’m a calculating person.
But this time I want to follow my heart.
Won’t be easy.
I know.
He’s giving up Hoon.
That idiot.
Give Min a call.
Yes, sir.
‘Sunshine’
Where are you?
Got it.
Hey, Kim Jung Il!
Yes?
Get ready.
Okay!
- Bro! - Welcome back.
- -
Why’re you all here?
Jacket.
Pants and shoes.
Wait inside.
Will you be okay?
Thank you for this.
I’m going to the finals.
What?
Are you kidding me?
You gave up Hoon and left! And now you want it back?!
I’m not taking Hoon,
I got Glory.
What?! Mr. Yoo!
Jun Sang,
I’m sorry, clear the room for me.
I don’t care, I don’t care!
You guys work it out,
the show goes on no matter what.
Go get ready!
Standby!
How am I supposed to respond?
I’m really sorry about this.
Is this a sick joke?
I’m not here for your permission.
Yoo Il Han!
Sir.
Didn’t think you’d show up.
How about a word?
Got nothing to talk about.
It’s just that…
there’s a problem with your profile.
Sung Eun! There’s a script change!
We’re on in a few.
Live broadcast is so exciting!
5 minutes left, good luck!
Hey!
There!
Cue the title,
then to cams 2 and 3.
Good evening, welcome to Musical Dream.
Wanna end your career right here?
Then take that brownie up there.
But do know that
you and the kid are done,
I’ll personally make sure of that.
You can make it without MSM,
so why fake your credentials?
The truth always comes out.
No, I got it all wrong.
I misjudged you,
you wanted success no matter what,
that thirst for ambition. Right?
You got me,
I admit it.
Take Hoon to the stage,
I’ll take care of the rest.
Son of the outlaw,
end your own life.
Who sent you?
Don’t beg for your life,
son of the outlaw!
I am son of the king,
son of this country.
Who wishes me dead?
Sire!
Is it true?
This isn’t true, right?
It is.
How…
Although I am still young,
like the moon of the night,
I will expel darkness
and bring light to the world.
Are you ready?
It’s time.
Who is Hoon’s partner tonight?
Is director Min aware of this?
- According to… - Wait a moment.
These are all rumors,
our position is still the same.
We abided by the regulations…
Isn’t that Glory?
- -
Stay here.
I will
withdraw myself.
I’m not qualified to be here.
I faked my credentials from the beginning.
I’ve never been to MSM,
Prof. Trayan was not my professor,
he’s just
a composer I admire.
I never meant this…
to happen.
This is all just an excuse,
I’m a fraud.
But Glory is not.
There’s no reason why he mustn’t perform.
I’m warning you!
He worked harder than anyone else,
and people out there want him.
So why?
He’s like any of us, he’ll pay taxes
and fulfill his duties as a Korean.
He has the right to be here.
Are you really that dumb?
I am,
- but not him. - Glory?
I’ll never allow it!
Then I’ll tell the media how JM bribed me,
how you threatened me to drop Glory.
Do whatever you want with me,
but not Glory.
On in 5! Please standby.
Director Min.
Please...
Please take Glory with you to the stage.
Teach him to become the best.
Please do this for him.
Jun Sang!
You picked him too.
We both heard his voice.
He should've...
He should’ve picked you but that idiot picked me.
He mustn’t suffer because of me.
Only you can do this.
Make him the best, I beg of you.
Jun Sang.
Please!
It’s all my fault.
I’m so sorry, sir,
what should I do?
What can I do,
it’s all my fault.
I’m begging you.
Please!
I’m taking him,
is that a problem?
Here they come!
Director Min, what about Hoon?
A comment please!
I will stand proud on this land
and fulfill my father’s will.
My father’s
will!
Next up is director Min
and the subject of much attention,
the underdog Kim Glory.
Glory,
Glory!
It’s okay, go on.
Sir, cut to the commercials
Glory.
Cue commercials.
Commercials?
Sung Hee asked for it,
start with the energy drink one.
You okay?
Everyone’s here to hear you sing
But my skin is dark,
and King Jung Jo was not.
My dad left me
because he’s ashamed of me.
- I’m not a Korean… - No, Glory,
don’t think that way.
What they’re saying is not true,
don't listen to that.
This is your song, only you can sing this.
Do you
remember flying on the stage?
Look at me and fly, got it?
Let’s do it together then.
Start when I do.
We’ll do this together and you’ll soar.
Sir, commercial’s over.
Patch it in.
I’ll take the heat.
I am stricken by sadness,
how can I let him go?
His words
and his will,
how can I fulfill them alone?
What is the point of it all
without him?
Father!
Don’t you dare put a finger on my son!
Father!
Don’t you dare touch him!
The bond between a father and his son,
the tie that holds us together,
who dares to cut it all?
Come, my son.
Father!
Yes, my darling.
My,
how you’ve grown
Your fate is sealed.
My fate is sealed.
Do you remember what it is?
It is the path chosen by the heavens.
That’s right.
Do not cry, my darling.
- I won’t cry anymore, it is my destiny. - You must survive.
- Protect your fate. - Protect my fate.
- Protect my will. - My destiny Is in your hands.
Joseon’s fate
- is in your hands. - is in my hands.
I am you.
You are me.
I am stricken by sadness,
how can I let him go?
I stand here alone,
letting go of the sorrow,
and protect my fate.
My fate!
Rose petals fall on my cheeks
- And wake me up. - The wind raises me up.
On my feet.
- The moon shines brightly. -The storm hits,
and rain falls,
but I will stand proudly
I will protect Joseon
It is my fate from the heavens
I will fulfill
my destiny.
I’ll remember your words,
your will
This great country,
my Joseon
The words you passed down,
are my mission.
We are one,
my son.
My fate.
It is now time to reveal
the King of Joseon and its director
And the winner is…
The Song of Glory!
Director Min and Kim Glory!
Congratulations!
Director.
I, uh...
[One year later]
Wait!
Jung Il.
Yes?
You’re a midget, right?
Yes.
Say "I'm a midget."
What? I'm...
Go on, say "I'm a midget."
I'm a midget.
Say it like you mean it.
I am a midget.
I still got it,
I know a talent when I see one!
I don’t like her,
she’s too wild.
You could have told me.
What?
About MSM.
Would you’ve signed me if it wasn’t for that?
What do you take me for?
Do you regret it?
JM could have buried it.
It feels good!
Otherwise I’d have been a fraud all my life.
Once again!
Again!
Until it works!
Now, the stars from tonight
Little Jung Jo, Kim Glory!
And a musical director, Min Jun Sang!
[Musical] [Jung Jo]
DIRECTED BY KIM SUNG HOON