♫ I tried to be busy on purpose for a while ♫
- Finally, I... - Finally, I...
♫ I tried to be busy on purpose for a while ♫
♫ Then when I stand in front of the mirror, ♫
♫ I always look tired ♫
♫ If only I can wander through the summer ♫
I didn't hold on to you.
I didn't let you go.
[ 2010, New York ]
- Enjoy. / - Thank you. [First Night]
[ First Night ]
How many days?
About two weeks?
Well, 12 nights exactly.
Don't think about slacking off once you get back, alright?
I've never been a slacker.
It's not a vacation anyway.
- See you! - See you!
Hello, it's me, Jen.
No, I didn't get a text from you.
It's been delayed?
Until when?
Nothing has been decided yet.
In a couple of days, maybe?
Is it okay if I don't reply right away?
I'll be starting tomorrow.
Yeah, I'll call you as soon as possible.
Okay, thanks. Bye.
[ I Hr. Photo ]
[ Jeans, shirt... ]
[ Passport ]
Passport, passport...
Hey, you're back.
Yeah, just now.
Oh, did I wake you up?
Text from you know who.
What are you looking for?
My passport.
It must be here.
I mean,
I mean somewhere...
Gee, didn't know you were moving.
[ Korean passport ]
Here it is.
Nervous...
just like how you always are.
Huh?
Nervous.
And nervous.
Go away.
Just relax.
It's a trip, not a workshop, okay?
I already did!
I'm on it.
Yes.
Three times.
Is it true?
[ The day ]
June 9th, 2010.
Tomorrow, I'll be in Nepal.
A different place, different time zone.
What will await me in a foreign place where everything is so different?
I could've done it myself.
You're being too obvious about your breakup.
Thankfully...
So...
I can have him now, right?
What are you looking at?
You do whatever.
Jennifer, is this all you've got?
How are you going to prove yourself to us?
Okay, tell us about the most important part of being a good photographer.
What about the most difficult experience that you've had to get that good shot?
Why should we choose you?
Anything to say before we close up this interview?
Jenny, the result will come out tomorrow. Stay tuned.
Ladies and gentlemen, our flight has arrived in Incheon Airport.
Thank you again for using UK airline today, and we look forward to seeing you again.
We hope you enjoy your trip. Thank you.
Have a nice trip.
Hey, hey.
It's seven till 10 o'clock.
Stay close. Don't be late.
Understood?
- Yes. - Yup, sounds good.
Sorry, your bra is on me.
I'm out of stock.
No, take it off now.
Of course, you little miss negative.
Arrived, already?
Not yet. I'm in Korea now.
Transferring.
Wow, dynamic Korea.
How is the motherland?
Well, she says, "Hi."
I'm very disappointed in you, Jennifer.
I just heard what you did. This doesn't seem fair.
Fair?
What do you mean?
Stop acting like a Cinderella. You failed.
Did the result come out?
Did you ask the studio for a favor?
Asking them to consider me?
I told them to keep it a secret.
Consider it a good thing. Who cares as long as the result is good?
I warned you never to do that again, right?
You didn't make it?
Why didn't you just keep your previous offer?
Acting all holy. So unnecessary...
What?
I'm saying this because I'm frustrated.
Don't you want to see the end of it?
- Apologize. - For what?
Apologize for what you did!
Asking me to apologize for helping you?
Ah, it's me.
I had...
no idea he did something like that.
If he was the reason, just give me one more chance?
Please.
Chance? How dare you say chance?
We were almost fooled to pick you instead of other talented applicants.
Don't get me wrong.
You were going to fail anyway, even if you weren't caught cheating.
You have no talent at all.
Shame on you, Jennifer.
Where is Jen?
Here she comes. Let's get on board.
You have no talent at all.
Shame on you, Jennifer.
Just send anything. They're all similar.
If you fail this time, you're giving up on becoming a photographer, okay?
It means that's as far as your talent goes.
An unattractive answer.
Photos you can find anywhere.
I've seen professional photographer's work all the time.
I'm giving you an advice since you keep insisting.
So that you can succeed.
International Arrivals
[ From Tokyo/Haneda ]
Sir!
I think you left this.
You can just throw it away.
Excuse me?
Are you okay with the amount of
cancellation fee and buying
another ticket?
How much is it?
It's $2,500 for now.
Because it's a peak season, we only have one seat in the business section today.
After four days, we have a seat in the economy section for $600.
Passport please.
[ Japan passport ]
What is the purpose of your visit?
Business or pleasure?
Travel.
How long will you stay?
For four days.
Can I have your passport?
I'm not a weirdo.
I just...
What's the purpose of your visit?
Travel.
A real travel.
Hello, where should I take you?
Are there any beaches nearby?
Which beach?
Anywhere.
Anywhere nearby.
Chae Won, this is Yoo Kyung.
It's been a while, huh?
So...
Chae Won, this is Yoo Kyung.
I'm in Korea.
What is all this?
Honey, please calm down.
You're the problem.
You can't go back in because your visa has been processed.
There aren't any lost items reported, I'll call you if we find it.
Yoo Kyung? Where in Korea?
At the airport. I just arrived.
How did you come so suddenly?
I just came.
To travel.
[ Chae Won ]
It takes too long to wait for your text.
You're still so energetic.
Really. What brings you here?
I just came...
to travel.
Ah, this is an international call.
I'm working, you know.
But I'm working right now, so I can't talk long.
Where are you staying? Let's meet tonight.
I haven't decided yet.
Something's fishy.
It's not like you
to come to Korea without reserving a place to stay.
Then do you want to go to my place for now?
Is it okay?
Of course.
I'll send you the address.
- I'll hang up. - Okay.
[ Taxi ]
Where are you going?
This van goes to Seoul.
I'm going to Seoul, too.
Where in Seoul?
Angukdong 73-1, Jongno, Seoul.
Angukdong...
Oh, we're heading the same way!
Get in!
Please leave me alone.
Here.
Are you operating a guest house?
You look like you are being kidnapped or something.
I'm not a weirdo.
I'm from that area.
I see.
Did you decide on where you'll be staying?
Can you please open the windows?
I feel carsick.
Sure, get some air!
You can't throw up. I just washed my car, okay?
[ South Africa ]
Is it the World Cup season?
Oh, didn't you know?
Tomorrow is our first game with Greece.
This time, Park Ji Sung has to make a goal.
Captain Park!
Just for that, I bought a beam projector.
100 inches.
Anyone who comes to our guest house can enjoy the game.
If you haven't decided on a place,
our guest house would be perfect.
[ Angukdong Junction ]
Wait a minute. I'm working right now.
Yeah, right.
What? A4?
Man, it's so frustrating. You printed the resources again, huh?
Why do A4 sheets get used up so fast at a guest house?
Are we a printing company or something?
Forget it! I'm done talking to you!
Man!
I'm sorry.
Your luggage is really heavy. Where are you headed to?
I'm sorry, but I have a place to stay.
I didn't do this to make money.
But still...
You overheard about our 100 inch projector, right?
I heard.
You still don't want to join? It's 100 inches big.
I don't like soccer.
But this is the World Cup.
Everyone gathers to watch.
We cheer "South Korea!" together.
Red monster!
I see.
You really don't care for it, huh?
Okay. Then I'll leave.
I really am leaving.
- I'm getting in now. - Drive safely.
- Okay. - Ah, wait!
If you give me your account number...
So...
there's a really nice trail nearby.
When you get to the top, you will feel so relieved.
Go and shout!
You seem stressed.
Also,
If that doesn't help, then come by.
Have a nice trip!
[ Incheon International Airport ]
[ Angukdong 73-1, Jongno, Seoul ]
I have some change in the pencil case on the table.
I don't know how much it is.
I don't know if I'm doing the right thing.
[ Reencounter ]
Where's the guest?
You said you were working.
Hey, you!
You have a bad attitude.
Finding guests is your job, not mine. I'm the boss.
Man, he's dissing me.
How much do I have to teach you?
Hey, did you just shake your head?
Stretch.
This is all for investment.
What I've invested will sky-rocket soon.
You're not good at reading people.
Give it back.
I bought this for you and you're not even thankful.
You can't take it back. So cheap.
Why not?
Hey. Let go.
Let go!
Man!
A guest! A guest!
Hello.
Our guest house isn't like this normally.
I'll sue you.
You'll receive the complaint soon.
I'm the director at Reencounter, Ban Gu Wol.
You can just call me Director Ban.
And he's the owner of this place.
Come this way.
This is a communal kitchen.
We have almost everything so you can cook for yourself.
This one's a little shy.
This way please.
This is the lobby.
Well...
you can listen to music.
Everything in here is having issues at the moment.
You don't have to listen to the music here, right?
This way.
This is the bathroom with a shower.
You know how to use this, right? Just lift the knob...
Anyway,
do you have questions after such a thorough explanation?
Aren't you going to show me the room?
I was about to. Of course.
You're thorough. Follow me.
[ Reencounter Guest House Check-In ]
This is done.
Did you hear everything?
Yes.
But...
can I borrow some change of clothes?
Of course.
But...
wait a minute.
You're staying for four days, but you don't have any luggage.
I threw it away.
You know something.
Of course, it's good to travel lightly.
You don't need anything. You're fine as you are.
This is my favorite clothes.
Thank you.
You can wear it and throw it away afterward.
As you can see, he may call them clothes.
But they're like rags or sheets.
Why are you saying that?
Thank you.
I'll give these back tomorrow.
If you're going to lend them, why can't you be cool about it?
He's suspicious. He threw away everything.
I smell something fishy.
That smell is from you.
What is this? Kill Bill?
[ Manhattan Institute of Arts, Photography Graduation Workshop ]
There's a really nice trail nearby.
When you get to the top, you will feel so relieved.
Go and shout.
You look stressed.
- Oh, my gosh! - Who are you?
Where is Chae Won?
Someone call the police!
You should've told me.
I didn't know you were her boyfriend.
It's not like...
I had a chance.
Sorry.
So...
you guys moved in together?
No.
My hotel's nearby.
Hotel? What happened to your house?
No, I'm here traveling.
Like you.
What is Chae Won doing with a traveler?
What is she thinking?
Aigoo.
- Are you going somewhere? - Yes, I want to walk around.
Yes.
Wait a minute.
Geez, your clothes and shoes...
Wait a minute.
Here.
The size looks about right. Try these.
It's okay.
I'm okay, too.
Please try.
Then...
Oh, they fit perfectly.
Do you want me to give you a map?
I'll just leave it up to my fate.
Fate...
Thank you.
It's his first time in Korea. Where's this confidence coming from?
That's exactly why he can do that.
How can become a writer when you've got no feel for anything?
Why are you connecting those two?
Then where would I connect it?
Your photos are only up to there.
An unattractive answer.
Photos you can find anywhere.
What am I suppose to do?
Excuse me.
Please come this way.
Hurry.
Yes.
A little bit more.
Oh, that's good.
You're strong. I worried because you're so thin.
Do you live here?
It's my first time seeing you.
I'm visiting.
Travel?
Wow.
Your camera is nice.
What kind of photos do you take?
I'll just leave.
Gosh...
You're young. Why do you give up so quickly?
Go inside and look around.
Do you want to come back after you're done with your roll of film?
I'm really curious about your photos all of a sudden.
I think those eyes would capture interesting photos.
Can I take a shot?
You're taking the photograph class, right?
I'm Eric.
Would it be funny to introduce myself as a sunbae?
But why do you want to take a picture of me?
Just because.
The wind is pretty.
Son of a b****.
203... 20354.
Sweat.
Thank you.
I can't just give it to you.
Let's eat.
Excuse me?
A meal.
Are you asking me to buy?
If you want.
I'll just give you some money.
No, let's just eat together.
If you like it sour, use vinegar.
If you like a kick, use mustard.
According to your taste.
Why do you like cold noodles?
We don't have to share side dishes.
And they serve quickly.
We can eat quickly.
And we can part ways quickly.
If you know, then let's hurry and eat.
You're not from here, right?
People from here use their bus cards.
We were the only two who
paid with cash on the bus.
Why would you want to dine with a complete stranger?
That's strange to me.
You can overcome anything...
when your tummy is full.
So...
You can overcome anything when your tummy is full.
My grandpa used to say that all the time.
You have to eat, especially after you cry.
I'm from Tokyo. Where are you from?
New York.
New York?
You speak Korean well. Did you emigrate?
I was born in Japan.
My grandpa taught me not to forget my roots.
So as you can see, I'm fluent.
I didn't ask.
I just wanted to let you know.
I'm 25 years old, I'm jobless starting today,
and it's my first time in Seoul, but I'll be leaving in four days.
Don't you know give and take?
Didn't you learn from your grandpa to focus on eating during mealtime?
I learned.
But sometimes I don't listen.
Shall we be friends? I think we're similar in age.
Do you become friends just because you're the same age?
You're 25 years old, too. Huh?
What is your name?
This is good.
Why are cold noodles so expensive?
Give me your account number.
I lost my wallet.
When I return to NY, I'll send you the money to your account.
Can't you just take it without feeling bad?
Travelers can pay for each other.
Okay, then.
Thank you.
I'm Cha Hyun Oh.
Next time we meet, you'll be able to tell me your name, right?
Sure.
If we run into each other next time, let's not use the honorifics.
Since we're the same age.
Sure.
And tell me about you, too.
Okay.
- You promised. - Yes.
See you again!
Why does he want to see me?
Mom, you must be rich to make international calls.
It's midnight here.
I called because I worried about you.
Am I a child? Why would you worry about me?
I heard that it's raining there.
Rain? No, it's sunny here.
The forecast must be wrong.
I think I see some dark clouds.
Let's hang up. It costs too much.
Hey, hey.
What about the result?
See?
You didn't call because you worried.
That's the reason for the call.
You didn't make it?
I was pushed out again.
Again?
Seriously. What's wrong with those people?
Is there a problem?
Hello? Hello!
- Hello! - You can't hear me?
Yeah, I can't hear!
- Hey, Yoo Kyung. - Maybe because I'm on a mountain.
- Hello. - I'll call you again. Bye!
Hello? Yoo Kyung?
This is a mountain alright.
Kwon Gi Tae, you son of a b****!
Are you all that?
[ Lee Baek Man ]
[ Reencounter ]
Lee Baek Man...
Open.
A man...
stepped in.
And then...
- Is Mr. Lee Baek Man there? - Is Mr. Lee Baek Man there?
Lee Baek Man.
Who?
Are you Mr. Lee Baek Man?
Boss?
What now?
Who...?
Ahjussi, are you Mr. Lee Baek Man?
Yeah, that's right.
Who are you?
Do you know Yoon Hong Joo?
Yoon...
So?
I'm the son of Yoon Hong Joo.
Yoon Chan.
I think I know what's coming next.
Nice to meet you.
Ahjussi, I think you're my dad.
Huh?
Dad?
Are you...
really Hong Joo's son?
Your mom...
Where's your mom?
There's something for sure.
I don't know.
If you lie, I'll take you to the police station.
I really don't know. She disappeared when I was seven.
What about your dad?
Where's your house? What's the phone number?
Who brought you here?
Why are you making him cry?
It's okay. It's okay.
What did I do to make you cry?
I just asked for your guardian's phone number.
My mom told me that you're my dad.
Why am I your dad?
Let's go inside.
Let's behave like an adult, okay?
It's okay. Don't cry.
Hey, wait a minute.
How old are you?
I'm 12 years old.
What did you want to tell me?
Just get to the point.
Let's date.
I'm getting married.
I have two months left.
Do you want to send me off this way?
Where are you going, huh?
You must've been tired.
You were snoring.
Did you follow me?
I didn't see you coming up.
I came from that way.
There's more than one way, you know?
Why are you talking to me without using honorific?
We promised before.
That we'd speak casually when we meet again.
What is your name?
We promised that, too.
Han Yoo Kyung.
I'm Cha Yeon Sik.
You said you were Cha Hyun Oh.
You remembered.
Are you always so curious?
I'm curious because it's you.
I'm sorry, but I'm not that naive to fall for that kind of line.
I'm not trying to make you fall for me.
Then why do you keep asking?
I think we're similar in some ways.
- What's similar? - So why did you come?
For an obvious reason.
Just like other travelers.
I wanted to rest.
So I ran away.
See? Same as me.
I ran away, too.
While I was on my way to work.
Why?
You're staring.
Did you major in dance?
No.
Then just as a hobby?
Something I'd want to bet my life on.
It's not even your major, you said.
Isn't it too late?
Are you curious about me now?
No, I'm not.
I just like dancing.
That's enough, right?
Why did you run away?
Liking something...
and being good at something
are two different things.
Isn't it?
Thank you for today.
Have a great rest of your trip.
Let's meet again.
Just two more times.
Why?
I won't ask for your number.
I won't follow you either.
But you want to see two more times?
We met before, too.
That was a coincidence.
Who knows? It could be fate.
I don't believe in fate.
I do.
Why do you keep on saying that we'll meet again?
By coincidence, at that.
See you again.
Why don't you answer my question?
Bye!
[ Market ]
Congratulations on being discharged from the army!
Hong Joo.
We only have a week more together.
We ended up together anyway.
Would've been nice if you accepted me sooner.
12 years old.
Geez, I'm going crazy.
You must be happy to have such a great friend.
Providing a place to stay, buying you dinner,
and buying you a drink, too.
But why did you come to Seoul so suddenly?
I was just passing by.
So you were just passing by all the way from New York, huh?
Han Yoo Kyung, you're something else, huh?
Cheers.
So you only have four days.
It's too short.
You'll be sick of me.
I'll be thankful if I have enough time to spend with you.
TV writers have to be on standby 24/7.
It's like a shackle.
Aren't you writing poems anymore?
Poem?
That's just my dream.
Dreams don't feed you.
I was born poor.
You can't feel sorry for me.
It took a lot to give up.
Let's not forget to toast.
I'll try my best to take some time off.
As a commitment to our friendship.
Don't worry about it. It's burdensome.
When I went to New York, you were worse than me.
I thought I hired a private travel guide.
I almost tipped you.
It's been three years, right?
Right.
Both of us were students.
I'm still a student.
Hey. That field is all like that.
Takes time to see some results.
I think...
I know the result already.
What are you talking about?
It's just...
not that easy.
I feel like I'm only enduring.
No one tells me I'm doing a good job.
I don't know.
Maybe I'm going through puberty.
Let's not focus our lives
on self-realization too much.
Love, romance...
there are too many things to consider.
Hey friend, this is so good.
Let's go home and drink some more.
You look drunk already.
That's why we should drink more at home.
I'm afraid I'll start acting out.
But that guy named Pierre...
How did you meet him?
I met him through an interview for work.
My style is...
to catch two birds with one stone. Multitasking, you know?
Let's meet again.
Just two more times.
Why? I don't believe in fate.
I do.
Hey, hurry. Come.
What should we eat? What?
Oh, Mr. Fate!
Would you like to drink?
Sure.
Thank you.
I think you're right that I'm Mr. Fate.
You've been weird.
Huh?
You've been quiet since we crossed the street.
Was I?
I'm getting frustrated. Spill the beans.
About what?
I won't lend you any money tomorrow.
Then you can't go anywhere.
Don't make me act childish.
Use me for money.
I'll coach you.
So this afternoon,
I met someone.
It's a man.
Wow, Han Yoo Kyung, you're all grown up.
You meet a stranger while traveling, huh?
See? It's the perfect time to love.
It's not like that.
Anyway, sounds good.
I keep running into him.
You saw him crossing the street, right?
Where else did you see him?
On the bus and...
and at the fortress trail.
They are common places to meet coincidentally.
But...
he keeps on saying strange things.
What does he say?
He thinks we'll keep running into each other.
And you keep running into him?
How about your numbers?
You don't know?
He didn't even ask.
And he keeps saying we'll run into each other.
That's strange alright.
You feel like he's interested, but
he only waits to run into you coincidentally?
Okay, enough about him, but what about you?
Don't you have any feelings?
Not sure.
[ Eric ]
I'll step outside for a minute.
What do you want?
I wanted to apologize.
I arrived safely.
I want to see you.
I honestly wanted to help you.
I'm sorry that I did it without your consent.
Never mind. Just focus on your work there.
Where are you?
New York.
So you just went back?
Just rest. You're tired.
Forget about photos, too.
I'll do as I please.
The result of photos taken with pressure is no good.
They're not lively. That's why your photos aren't being recognized.
Wait until your body reacts to it.
I'll do it my way. Stop crossing the line advising me!
They're not lively. That's why your photos aren't being recognized.
Wait until your body reacts to it.
- Are you okay? - Yeah.
They're not lively. That's why your photos aren't being recognized.
Wait until your body reacts to it.
I'll be right back.
Where are you going at this hour?
Han Yoo Kyung!
What kind of photos do you take?
That's your limit.
An unattractive answer. Photos you can find anywhere.
Son of a b****.
Why did you run away?
Liking something and being good at something are two different things.
Do you want to come back after you're done with that roll of film?
I think those eyes would capture interesting photos.
[ Twelve Nights ]
- Are you dating anyone? - What?
I want to see you again.
I met someone strange.
He asked me to see him again.
Are you asking me out?
It's my fault asking you.
He says strange things.
He said that he's not trying to make me fall for him.
All the walls between us...
Is this how Japanese guys flirt with girls?
- What are you doing? - You said you're jealous.
Because I don't hesitate...
What are you doing now?
The reason why I'm hesitating is because I'm not ready.
I don't need anyone to make decisions for me.
You're dating someone, right?
It's not that.
♫ To a place you can reach me, if you hold out your hands, wherever you stop ♫