Presented by Mirovision
A bom Film Production
in association with Jeonwonsa
WOMAN ON THE BEACH
Kim Seungwoo Ko Hyunjoung
Song Sunmi Kim Taewoo
director of photography Kim Hyungkoo lighting director Jung Youngmin
location sound An Sangho sound supervisor Lee Seungchul
editor Hahm Sungwon music director Jeong Yongjin
associate producer Cho Jinah
executive producer Jason Chae
producer Oh Jungwan
written and directed by Hong Sangsoo
Director Kim, I'm really sorry.
But, today I have an important engagement.
But you've come all this way...
You didn't tell me about this trip.
You know I've never said 'no' to whatever you asked.
This is really tough.
Does it have to be today?
I wouldn't have asked unless I was having a hard time.
And I absolutely have to start writing.
Are you really having a hard time?
Think I want to go on a picnic or something?
No, I know you have to write.
You just stay one night. I'll stay behind and write the script.
Let's eat some sushi, have fun, and you can come back.
You should've called me yesterday.
Who the hell is this person you're meeting?
Okay, can I ask you a favor then?
Can I bring my girlfriend along?
- Girlfriend? - Yes.
You want to take your girlfriend?
We were supposed to go on a date today.
Sure, fine then.
Then I'll be right back.
I'll go tidy things up a bit, and I need to call her.
Alright, what time then?
- How about two? - Two?
Okay, two then.
Hold on.
- Hello? - Director Kim, it's me.
- How are you? - Fine, of course.
Did you happen to read the paper this morning?
It said that a film director named Kim died in a car accident.
And so I called just in case.
I felt awful because of that. So you're alright?
That was in the morning paper? Interesting.
- Anyhow, I wonder who it was. - Someone, I guess.
- So, is the script almost done? - Uh, well...
Actually, I was just taking off to somewhere quiet to work on it.
To concentrate for a few days.
I see, where to?
There's this town called Shinduri. On the west coast.
But I heard a sandstorm's on its way. And it's supposed to be nasty.
- Sandstorm? Again? - Yes, a nasty one, too.
So why don't you wait a couple of days and then go?
I have a strange feeling about today.
Okay. Well, I'll work hard on it.
Producer Jung, everything's fine with you, too?
So, do you still have some money left for expenses?
Ah, yes. A little. Later perhaps, you can...
Thank you.
Well, take care. Good luck with your script.
- Thank you. - Bye.
- Sit here! - No, the backseat's fine.
- Please, sit here. - No, I'm okay.
Hello.
We're off.
Wow, it's a new car. Really nice. Did you pay for it?
- Of course, who else? - You must be making a lot of money.
But your dad could've paid for it.
Come on, I fend for myself now.
By the way, how did you two meet?
Well, I worked on a student film way back.
I built a set for them.
And she did the music.
Oh, so that's how you met.
Like me, she's an avid fan of yours.
Really?
Have you lost your mind? Are you nuts?
By the way, I'm Kim Moonsook. Nice to meet you.
- So you do music? - Yes, it's nothing really.
Her music is great!
How do you like this music? I brought this CD for you.
What? Is this her music?
Yes, isn't it nice? She's mainly a composer.
She made this to use as a demo for her singing debut.
Very nice.
This is a bit mainstream.
I also have some weird stuff. Want to hear it?
No, it's nice. Let's listen to this first.
I really like this one. A lot.
She's a fan of yours. A huge fan.
- Moonsook. - Yes?
- A lot of cars, huh? - Yes.
Thanks for the bow.
Director Kim, I bought some gum. Some bubble gum, too.
Need anything else?
- Should I get some potatoes, too? - No, let's go get some sushi.
- Some delicious sushi. - Yes, let's.
Would you like a piece of gum?
The Best Recreation on the West Coast! Shinduri Beach!
White Birch Pension
Do you have a room?
A small one is 80,000 Won per night. A larger one is 100,000 Won.
That's too much.
- It wasn't so expensive before. - The price is the same.
On weekends, it's 120,000 Won.
I've been here before. And it wasn't so expensive then.
How many nights are you staying?
One for starters.
- Just one? - Yeah.
- What about you? - That's okay.
- We'll just stay for one night. - No vacancies on the weekend.
I think he's fooling us. It wasn't so expensive before.
I agree. It's a rip off.
The rooms seem pretty much empty.
- See? No one's here. - You're right.
He was trying to make you stay longer.
We'll stay here the night, and I'll look for some place cheaper.
- Let's look for one after we eat. - Sure.
There's a lighthouse.
The sandstorm is not so bad.
How fortunate.
Oh yeah, I enjoyed the music.
- Wasn't it nice? - Yeah.
- Did you really like it? - Yes.
The melody is soothing. Nothing exaggerated.
You sung how an average person would.
I liked that amateur feel to it.
I admire your good taste in music.
Changwook, I admire you as well.
How?
It's hard for a married man
to openly bring along his girlfriend like you.
You must really trust me.
- You really do trust me. - You're the best, Director Kim.
I told you he's really great.
What trust?
I don't trust people so easily.
- By the way, he's not my boyfriend. - Sorry?
- Oh, come on. - Come on what? What?
But, he said you were.
Do we have to have sex to be boyfriend and girlfriend?
Whatever.
And yes, you have to have sex. Right, Director Kim?
This is fun.
We're just friends, you and I.
- Do friends kiss? - That's so childish.
Yeah, we kissed once. Big deal.
Damn it. This isn't funny.
No, it's funny. Very funny.
It's a sea star.
It's dead.
Cigarette.
When the tide's out, it'll ebb to that lighthouse.
- Like the Red Sea, right? - Yes.
You have beautiful legs.
Thank you. I'm a bit too tall, aren't I?
No, you're perfect. You look great.
No, I'm too tall. I wish I could cut them short.
Come on, don't do that.
Director Kim, guess you got to work on your script now.
I guess so.
What is it about this time?
I only have the title.
"About Miracles".
Does it sound too scholarly?
"About Miracles", I see.
- "About Miracles". - Miracle? What kind of miracle?
A man travels to a foreign beach and stays at a hotel.
And in his room he plays Mozart on his CD player.
Then he leaves his room and hears the same music on the lift.
He walks out of the hotel,
then takes a turn at the corner, and on the street is a clown.
He's doing his mime to the exact same music.
It's an incredible coincidence.
But this man doesn't think it's a mere coincidence.
He wonders why he heard the same music three times.
And he concludes that if he can find the reason why this happened,
he can unravel a secret to the world.
And he's obsessed with that thought.
So he starts tracking hints. For ten years.
First, he begins with info about the clown,
the women he met, his preferences, everything.
Down to the speaker's brand in the hotel elevator.
Sounds like a real mystery.
Does it?
Anyway, in the end
he finds this very thin string that links everything.
I think that might be hard to get across.
People only believe in things that are very sound.
But that string, even if he finds it, well, it's something like a soul.
There is nothing bodily. It's very, very light.
Damn it.
Not interesting?
It's interesting.
I don't quite get it.
But you have a way with words.
I like people who are eloquent.
I don't trust anyone who can't logically explain himself.
Really?
- What the hell? - So adorable.
- What's his name? - Dori.
You're Dori, huh? You're so cute.
- How old is he? - He's eight months now.
You're eight, are you?
- Sorry, but we got to go. - No, I'm sorry.
Bye, Dori.
Scared?
Yeah, I've been bitten once, and never been near a dog since.
What's there to be afraid of? He's so lovely.
Lovely, no way.
Hey, no one's here. Hello? Hello?
This sushi place is really big.
I'm starving.
Excuse me, is anyone here?
What the hell?
Are you open?
- Here to eat? - Yes.
So you're open? Yes, we are.
Have a seat.
Oh, man. Let's sit.
But where? Sit here?
Anywhere. Sit anywhere.
Forget it. We're leaving.
What's wrong?
Fuck, learn how to run a business right.
Let's go!
What did you just say?
You should be fucking nice to your customers.
When was I ever not nice?
And why are you swearing at me? You don't have the right!
You little prick! Fuck off!
- What's his problem? - You're my problem!
The way you're treating people, asshole!
I tried to keep my mouth shut.
Who is that man?
I'm sorry.
But be nicer to your customers.
I'm sorry. Very sorry.
Please forgive us.
What the hell is this?
- You're scary. - I just yell, that's all.
- Have a cigarette. - Yes.
- Let's go someplace else. - Director Kim, that wasn't right.
What?
You shouldn't have done that. You shouldn't treat people like that.
Go and apologize. I'm serious. Go apologize.
What's wrong with you?
You don't do that to people! Even if he's a waiter!
This isn't right.
Go and apologize, okay?
- You really should. - I won't!
Why on earth should I?
You won't?
You really won't do as I say?
Director Kim.
Director Kim!
Director Kim, get back here, right now!
Director Kim, come here now!
I'm not going to let this one go. I'm serious.
I can't stand it when a person mistreats another.
Can't stand it? So what?
I still like you, even if you've done wrong.
I respect you as a director. Now, go and apologize.
I'm serious. Go say you're sorry.
That's the right thing to do.
You apologize if you like. Why should I?
Because you treated him like dirt!
You really won't apologize?
If you don't, I'm going back to Seoul.
You won't? Okay, I'm leaving.
Let's go!
Seriously? Back to Seoul?
What's gotten into you?
Alright, I did wrong. Let's stop this!
No, you have to go and apologize. Then, we can have...
fun afterwards. Let's do that.
Enough, okay?
I'm really sorry, so let's stop.
I'm a bastard. No, I'm an asshole, okay?
I didn't ask you to apologize to me.
Have I ever done this to you before?
You've done wrong today!
What's wrong with you?
Is that the restaurant you mentioned?
Yes, it is.
Let's go in. We'll eat and have a drink.
You must be hungry. You should eat.
Let's have a drink, okay? Let's go.
Let's have some sushi.
- Welcome. - Hello.
- We can sit over there, right? - Yes.
- There's three of you? - Yes.
I thought about it as I was walking.
You're too opportunistic.
Why all the fuss? You nearly brought tears to my eyes.
What about me that's so opportunistic?
Frankly, it wasn't tears but disgust.
You were just trying to show me that you're a man.
You have no principles.
You're just like us. And you're selfish, too.
You've gone nuts, haven't you?
Just eat your fish.
Moonsook, you have a lovely face.
Thank you.
My face is rather big. Wish I could cut some off.
No, you have a lovely face.
You're drunk already, aren't you?
Yeah, a little bit.
Moonsook, what makes you sad?
My father, maybe. We don't see each other anymore.
Her father is a famous composer. He's written many well-known songs.
Now, I hate him the most.
But I'm also very sorry about it.
He's given me so much love.
Every weekend, he'd take only me on his travels.
He was like an octopus,
wrapping me from behind in that closed grip,
squeezing me and not letting go.
He worries about me more than I do myself.
But does that make sense?
It makes my skin crawl.
That's why she studied abroad. To run away from him.
Hey, you crying? Need this?
No thanks.
My tears are clean.
I have a question.
- Are you lonely? - Yes.
I have no expectations. Nothing.
We should earn the real thing without any help from others.
But I think I still want to get it through people.
I know I shouldn't expect it of them.
- A real pleasure meeting you. - Same here.
Me, too.
You know my intentions were genuine earlier, right?
Yes, of course.
You never quit.
So strange. I wonder what's so fun about it.
They're just enjoying themselves.
Why did Nature have to divide us into male and female?
I'm so sick of it.
You're a male, yourself. You know that.
Yeah, yeah. That's why I'm like this.
Want to drink some more?
Yes, well, as you like.
As I like? So you want to drink more or not?
Really, do as you like. If you want to drink, then do so.
Okay, I'll go buy some more.
Moonsook, I need to ask you something. Can you come over here?
Sure.
What is it that you want to ask?
You see, I think Changwook and I both want you.
If you happen to like both of us, who would you choose?
You see, this situation is making us awkward.
I think it would help if things are set clear.
So who's your pick?
I like you better, Joongrae.
I understand. Thanks.
You should get back.
How long did you stay in Germany? Quite a long time.
You must be fluent in German.
Just enough to get by.
She's good. Very good.
- Were there Koreans there? - Not really.
It was a small tourist city, so I saw some Korean travelers.
- What are people like there? - A bit boring.
But they are honest. Very much so.
They express their feelings as they are.
They seem more laid back than people here.
Have you dated foreigners?
- Men, I mean. - Ah, men.
Do you really want to know?
- Well, I think... - No, don't say it.
I don't care what you did there.
Keep it to yourself till you die.
For me.
Should I not say it?
What's wrong? It's no crime to date them...
Changwook will not take this well.
- Did you date them? - Yes.
How many?
I've had maybe two or three serious ones.
- That's quite a lot. - I told you not to say anything!
I was lonely.
Yeah, they love Asian women. They just go crazy about them.
Even if the women are ugly.
It's not necessarily like that.
But there's a premium if they go there.
Not many Asian women in Europe.
Western men have a fantasy about them.
Many Korean men seem to think so.
Frankly, it's rather a disgrace.
Unpopular women here are considered pretty over there.
Don't you think it's a disgrace?
Well, that's not how I feel. Look here.
It's a person meeting another. It's not like what you said.
Oh, you might think that I have an inferiority complex
about my dick size compared to Western men, but that's not it.
You have to live where you were born,
whether you're ugly or not.
Why do unpopular girls here go over there to live comfortably?
That's really not cool!
But I'm not referring to you, Moonsook.
You're different from your films.
Sorry, but you're actually just another Korean man.
What are you sorry about?
No, I take that back. My point is you are a Korean man.
Hey, I'm going back to our room. I'll be back shortly.
Not coming with me?
That was a hit-by-pitched ball. Stricter rules will apply to this.
If you let the ball hit you when you could've dodged it,
it's either a ball or a strike.
Like a regular strike or ball.
Even if you get hit, it may not be a hit-by-pitched ball.
- Doesn't apply to intentional hits. - Yes, that's right.
He's in the bathroom.
Want to get some fresh air?
Yeah, sure.
Wait.
This way.
I don't think we can go any farther. Shoes are all wet.
- You know what? - Yes?
As I get older, I like the west coast.
It's where the sun sets.
And also where the stars rise.
That's right.
Why are you laughing? Come on.
Ah, I got a question.
If we're the only beings that are conscious of this universe,
us looking up and appreciating it is a very good thing, right?
Are we the only ones? If so, yes.
I'm almost certain we're the only ones.
So if we're not conscious of it,
it's meaningless, isn't it?
Yes.
If we occasionally look into space and think about it,
then the universe will not be lonely.
You're so beautiful.
Thank you.
But I've been repeating this ever since I was very young.
It's just some words of nostalgia.
- Am I being too honest? - It's alright.
This may sound simplistic, but the really real thing
that I have absolute faith in
is the stars.
Stars?
I don't quite understand, but you must explain it to me later.
Thanks for listening.
- Aren't you cold? - Cold?
Hold on.
- Yes? - Where the hell are you?
Are you with Director Kim?
Yeah, we're taking a walk on the beach.
This late? It's so dark, you can't see a thing.
Where are you? And why did you leave me behind?
We're just taking a walk.
You took so long in the bathroom. That's why we left without you.
- Come join us. - Where? I can't see you.
Come down to the beach and walk to the left.
Left? Towards the inlet?
Yeah, turn left and straight on. Hurry up.
Okay, be right there.
You told him to walk down that way?
Yes, in the meantime we should go back to our rooms.
It feels so weird.
- Yeah. - Where are you? I see nobody here.
Keep on walking to the end of the beach.
All the way to the end?
Yeah.
It's so wonderful. I'm hearing so much about films from Director Kim.
Keep on walking and you'll see us.
Alright, wait for me.
Okay.
What is it? A splinter?
I think so.
I'll poke it out where there's light.
Yeah, thank you.
Let's tell him that I vomited. That I got a bad stomachache.
And we had to run to the pharmacist so that's why we missed each other.
Are you worried?
Okay, we'll do as you say.
- Excuse me! - Yeah?
Aren't we going back? We still have some time, right?
For what?
I want to be with you a bit longer.
When he comes...
He'll take a while to get back. Let's just go somewhere.
Where? Anywhere.
Let's just look for a place.
Ah, here.
They don't even have a front desk.
Isn't it the one outside? Is it?
Let's try the second floor.
They're all empty.
No one's here.
This is crazy.
- No, please don't. - I think I'm going crazy.
Be patient. Let's meet in Seoul. He'll go nuts if he finds out.
But I want to have you. So bad.
- Really? - Yes, really. For real.
Then, strip.
Everything?
No, that's fine.
Joongrae, I like you.
You live foolishly.
You know me?
Just, a little.
You're reckless,
but not loathsome.
You know nothing about me.
I knew I'd meet you some day.
Seriously?
Do you love me?
I like you very much.
- Do you want me that much? - Yes, more than any other woman.
Then, have me. I don't mind.
But I still love you.
Joongrae, you are mine today.
Thank you, Moonsook.
I love you.
I love you, too.
Have a seat.
You must've gotten up early. Aren't you tired?
No, are you?
No, but I think I'm coming down with something.
It's because we worked ourselves too hard last night.
Oh, come on.
You were married once, right?
Yeah, I got divorced. A long time ago.
Should I leave you alone? Seems like you were deep in thought.
That's okay.
No, go back to your thoughts. Changwook is still in the shower.
- Did you go to our room? - Yes.
Keep working. I'm going down to the beach.
Go ahead.
Please, go ahead.
Oh, it's Dori! Hello.
- Good morning. - Good morning.
Hello, Dori.
He looks like a really nice dog.
Well, people say so.
- Do you get his fur trimmed? - No need to. He's the Jindo breed.
I see. Oh, you cutie.
Sorry for keeping you.
- Let's go. - Let's go, Dori.
Good-bye, Dori.
- Good-bye. - Bye.
How's this place? It looks pretty cheap.
What's the rate?
On weekdays 60,000 Won, 80,000 Won on weekends.
Oh, it's cheaper here.
- Do you have many rooms? - Yeah, we do.
Do you need one?
- Yes, maybe. - We have many.
I'll think about it, and come back later. Let's go.
I'm going back to Seoul. You are? Why?
It's too quiet here.
Don't think I'll be able to write in this lonely place.
Makes sense. Okay, let's go together.
Yeah, let's.
Hwasung Rest Area
- Do you want some coffee? - Sure.
Over there.
- Hello. - Potatoes, large size, please.
It's 2,400 Won, sir.
Director Kim.
You know I once lost my father in a rest area like this.
You did?
There was this little stream behind a building like this one.
I was there, but no one knew. They went crazy searching for me.
My dad really scolded me for that one.
Let's see each other in Seoul.
Don't strain yourself for me.
No, don't say that.
Just say what you want.
You have to speak up. How else can I understand you?
Why are you so distant suddenly?
I just want to freshen up my head a bit.
Oh, that's it.
Well, sir, you should do what you prefer.
When things become clear to me, I'll call you.
It will become clear for sure. I'll talk to you then.
I'll express myself not with words, but with action and time.
What's the date today?
Ah! You're here!
Have some coffee. It's better than I'd expected.
Have some potatoes. Coffee, no thanks.
Ah, yes. I'll have some coke.
- Okay, do you have change? - Yeah, I've got some.
- Changwook! - Be careful.
- Shall we go, Director Kim? - Uh, yeah.
- It's a beautiful day, isn't it? - Lovely.
What's gotten into you?
Two days later
Help me, please.
The phone has been turned off.
You will be connected to the voice mail after the beep.
To record a message, press one.
Please speak after the beep, then press the star or pound key.
I see you're not picking up.
That day, I think I had too much on my mind and I was a bit afraid.
Actually, I'm sure of myself, but I didn't do you right.
I called you because the sea is so beautiful.
There are so many idiots who take life for granted.
In this beautiful place I've seen people
fight over some money, and a couple argue.
It's disgusting.
You're beautiful.
Very beautiful.
Yes.
Excuse me.
I'm a film director. Oh yes, my name is Kim Joongrae.
If you're not busy, could I interview you?
An interview?
Yes, I'm working on a script.
And you look so much like one of the characters I'm creating.
I'll offer you some compensation, though very small.
Oh, no need for it. I know who you are.
- Nice to meet you. - Oh, you do? Thank you.
- What kind of interview is it? - It's real simple.
If it's okay with you,
I'd like to ask about your life, just everyday stuff.
Actually, I'm not used to this kind of thing.
I know who you are, so it's okay.
Who do you want to interview?
I'd like to interview you, actually.
- Is it okay with you? - Yeah, sure.
Well, okay, then.
But I'm answering only the ones I can. Nothing too personal.
- I appreciate this. - No, it's my pleasure.
- Sounds fun. - Thank you.
Do you trust people easily?
I'm a little over thirty now.
I changed when I passed thirty.
I used to trust people easily.
Back then, I had to define everything that I do.
But after thirty, I loosened up.
If I can't define things right away,
I just think some day I will, and take it easy.
Wow, we're really different.
I've been uptight since second grade, and haven't rested ever since.
Do you like dogs?
- Who doesn't? - I'm afraid of them.
What do you believe in?
Have anything you have absolute faith in?
- Yes, myself. - You believe in yourself?
I think only about myself.
I'm not perfect, but it's still me. It's up to me to improve myself.
Honestly, I think only about me and my work.
Do you like stars, up in the sky?
Stars?
I've never really thought about them.
What makes your life difficult?
My mom. She makes things the hardest.
There's no end to it. She's ruined everything for me.
And I hate her the most.
I really hate her,
but she's still my mother.
- Director Kim. - Did you get some rest?
Yes, a little.
I'm sitting on the stairs looking out at the sea.
There's a lovely tree in the garden.
I'm having sushi in the restaurant next to that grocery store.
I've ordered too much for myself.
Would you two ladies like to join me?
I love sushi.
Won't you feel uncomfortable with us there?
No, come. Come and enjoy the food.
Okay, I'll be right down. It'll take about ten minutes.
Alright, I'll be waiting.
You haven't changed. You're not going for a walk?
You're all ready. But I don't want to go today.
Really? Then, take a rest.
Director Kim.
The character who resembles me. What is she like?
- Well, she's rather simple. - Just curious...
And honest.
But she only sees as much as she can, so she's not that honest.
Just simple and a bit abstract, which really doesn't suit her.
She easily falls for what others say.
As well as for authority or success, that kind of thing.
I'm like that?
No, she's just a character that I'm thinking of.
So that's what she's like.
I'd like to meet you occasionally and have nice conversations.
Sure, let's do that.
We drank too much, huh? I'm sorry.
I saw you a few days ago. Sorry?
You were running around with a man and a woman chasing you.
- How did you see that? - We were walking by.
I see.
- Yeah. - Where are you?
Director Kim asked me to join him for some sushi.
The food is delicious.
Really?
Why'd you go alone without telling me?
He called right after you left.
Oh, I was just leaving. Don't worry.
- Alright, but hurry. - Okay.
Tasty.
You know, I'm honest only as much as I want to be.
How come?
Well, just that I'm not so different from your character.
Really?
- Are you all by yourself? - Yes, she left.
Anyway, both ladies are pretty tall, including the one before.
Aren't they?
How about the face? Don't they look alike?
Well, I can't say. I couldn't see their faces closely.
- Is that so? Alright. - Good-bye.
But don't they look alike?
Uh, sure. That's possible.
- Good night. - Yes, good night.
- What are you doing here? - Looking for you.
Would you like to have some?
What's this?
Were you drinking all by yourself?
I'm the type you like, aren't I?
Yes, you're right.
I'm not having sex with you.
I am not having sex with you. I made a promise to my friend.
- We are not having sex. - Right, we're not having sex.
Why don't we go inside?
Want me to cook you some hot soup? I have the ingredients in my room.
Hot soup?
Yeah, maybe with bean sprouts. I'm a great cook.
But your friend may be sleeping now.
Who cares? I can really cook well!
Sure.
Want to try something? I saw somebody doing it before.
- Do what? - I wanted to do it really bad.
What is it?
I love you!
You're really drunk. Oh, no.
- Try it. Come on. - No, I can't. I can't.
I love you!
Wait.
I love you!
Satisfied?
- I love you! - I love you!
- Let's go now. - Yeah, let's.
I'll cook you something really nice.
Okay.
- Oh my! - What's wrong with him?
It's okay. It's okay.
What's the matter with him?
Hey, who is he? Who is he? Do you know him?
Who is he? Who?
Hey, you want to die? Hey, asshole!
You bastard! Take off your helmet!
You want to kill me?
Kill me! Come kill me, you asshole!
Fuck you, you son of a bitch. Consider yourself lucky, asshole.
What are you looking at?
- Are you alright? - I'm fine.
- How about you? - I'm fine.
- Let's get out of here. - Yeah, let's.
- Were you surprised? - I'm okay. What a weirdo.
You were scared, weren't you?
The room's a bit cold. Is it alright?
What about your friend?
Doesn't matter. She likes me a lot.
And I don't like it too warm anyhow.
Tomorrow, bean sprout soup.
Okay. I'll make some delicious soup for you.
Ah, what a day.
Tired, huh?
Whenever you have time, you can stop by anytime.
Just come and rest in our room.
I'll play really nice songs for you.
Oh, my! You've drunk so much all by yourself.
I've come by myself, you see.
Why? What about your companions?
I came alone.
That movie director came by today.
That man you came with last time.
Should I give him a ring?
He's probably too drunk.
He came with another woman, you know.
I began talking to him,
and he said that woman resembled you very much.
- He said she looked like me? - Yes, that's what he said.
I mean both of you are pretty tall,
but you're far more beautiful.
Cut the crap.
Hey, watch what you say.
I wish we can sleep like this till dawn.
Is it okay? What about your friend?
She and I do some things for each other.
I listen to all her stories, so this is fine.
I'm probably the only friend who listens to her secrets.
So what's it like working as a manager of a cafe?
Do you make a lot of money?
Not really.
But I don't waste money, so I can manage.
I hope the divorce goes well with your husband in Seoul.
It will.
Will you come by around lunch?
My friend likes you too, though she doesn't show it.
I'll cook you hot chicken stew like you wished for.
- It would be perfect with Soju, huh? - Yes.
Feels so good.
Can I feel this good?
Open the door!
Open the door! Right now!
Hurry and open it!
- She's a friend of mine. - She's too emotional.
Just stay quiet for a bit.
Open the door! Open it!
Hey! I'm telling you to open up!
I saw you both! Open up right now!
You can't do this to me!
Open up! Right now!
What are you doing? It's the middle of the night.
Who are you?
- No, I'm fine. Go away. - Go where?
She has a lot built up inside her. Let's stay quiet for a bit.
I'm just here to look for a friend. Alright, I'll be quiet.
Your friend is in this room? Then, why are you screaming?
Everyone's in bed at this hour. You have to be quiet.
Okay, sir, I'm sorry.
It's empty. Come on over.
Here, take this.
- Careful, careful. - Okay.
Slowly.
Oh no.
Good, good.
Go ahead.
Quiet, quiet.
Where am I?
Where is this?
My room.
Lie down and rest.
What room is this?
It hurts here.
I can't believe this.
This is my room. Just lie down and relax.
You were in my dream.
No, when I was taking a bath.
Really?
Do I look dirty to you?
Think I slept with Changwook?
No, no.
Then, what's wrong, huh?
Because I used to date foreigners?
No.
Actually, it makes it better.
When you're dating, it's a turn-on.
It is?
But to cherish someone in your heart, it can be a problem.
It hurts so much.
There's no woman here, is there?
No, stupid.
Really?
Of course not.
It hurts?
It's nice being with you in the morning.
I don't know what to do.
In my brain there is this illness.
My ex-wife had slept with my friend before we married.
I didn't know that before.
But then, I found out,
and I couldn't forgive her.
The image of them having sex was so strong
it kept recurring.
I wanted to fight it off.
I read books,
filled up volumes of my journal,
but I couldn't overcome it.
I nearly wanted to go to a mental hospital everyday.
Rationally, I knew I was a hopeless fool.
But I kept having a dirty feeling.
She had a really hard time, too.
For several years.
I'm afraid you'll go through the same thing.
I like you very, very much,
but why'd you sleep with a foreigner, stupid?
It's too strong of an image to overcome.
I'm afraid I'll go through that once again.
I don't think I could take it again.
Hello, did you have breakfast?
Not yet. Did you?
Yes, we did.
Would you like to have some bean sprout soup?
It's so easy to make. We have all the ingredients.
Sounds good.
But, my friend's here with me.
We're going to take a look around for a bit.
Okay, then, see you later.
- Good-bye. - Good-bye.
Why are you two so close?
Oh, I interviewed her yesterday.
I did it for my script. We had a drink afterwards.
Enough. Don't say more.
Aren't you hungry?
I want to eat something yummy. Will you treat me?
Sure, what do you want?
Something really tasty.
Like spicy rice cakes.
Spicy rice cakes? Spicy rice cakes?
Don't know if they have it here.
Don't think so.
Do they sell rice cakes here?
If they do, I can cook it myself.
I'm really good at it.
Really?
Let's check out the grocery store.
Don't go out of your way.
Don't worry, stupid.
Let's go down to that sand dune. There's something real neat.
What is it?
I'll show you.
What is it?
You see, I got the splinter out.
I didn't get it out myself, and didn't know when it happened.
But I think it was when I bowed on my knees.
You went down on your knees?
Yeah, I think that's when the splinter got out.
Why did you bow?
Come on and see. You'll feel like doing it, too.
Why are you laughing?
Alright, let's go.
Dori!
Dori, you're here.
Why is he here?
Do you know this dog?
Yes, he's Dori.
Somebody abandoned him. Do you know the owners?
Yes, I've seen them here before.
They abandoned him?
Yes, I think so. I couldn't find the owners.
So my uncle decided to raise him.
Really? That's terrible.
How could they abandon Dori?
That's his name?
Yes.
We didn't know, so we named him Ocean.
Oh, you did?
Dori, what's happened to you?
Will you keep him?
Yes, my uncle is fond of dogs. And he's just a little puppy.
That's better for him.
Huh?
It's better than being raised in Seoul.
Dori, are you alright? Do you like it here?
Don't you miss your owner?
Some owners they are for ditching him. The crazy bastards.
You're right.
Poor Dori.
Dori!
He's running faster.
Great!
Dori.
Did you kick me?
No, I was just running. What's wrong?
I don't know what's happened. It's weird.
What's the matter? Are you in pain?
I think it's a muscle cramp. Can't move at all.
Really? You can't move?
No.
Dori, come here.
Oh no, what shall I do?
It's very swollen.
The doctor really said you don't need to be looked at?
Yeah, he's my relative so he wouldn't lie.
He said an unused muscle snapped.
We have unused muscles in our body?
I don't know. Maybe it's like an appendix.
He says it'll be very painful only for a week.
Lucky I don't have to go to the hospital.
But shouldn't you see a doctor at least once?
Is talking on the phone enough?
Don't worry.
It's for the better.
I'm tied down for a week, so I'll just stay put here and write.
Mr. Director, you are wonderful.
Does it hurt?
A little.
Damn it, this sucks.
Hello.
- Did you like the food yesterday? - Yes, it was delicious.
I'd like to order the soup again.
Sure, but how's the movie director?
He's still in pain.
- Hope he recovers soon. - So do I.
- It'll be ready in a moment. - Okay.
What's this?
Oh, that? It's a cane.
Why? Do you need it?
Is anyone using it?
We don't use it anymore.
My husband used it way back. If you need it, take it.
Oh, thank you.
You're welcome.
- Hello. - Hello.
- Want some fried eggs, too? - Yes.
How many?
- Three. - Okay.
Sorry to ask this right after we ate,
but did you sleep with that girl, Sunhee?
No.
Then why'd she stare me down?
Did you two talk?
That's none of your business.
Did you have sex?
Just tell me the truth.
Tell me. I'm just curious.
I didn't.
I told you I saw everything.
She really just came in and left.
Plus, she's married.
And I really do not see her as a woman at all.
I'm serious. So stop talking this nonsense.
- Ouch, it hurts. - Why are you lying to me?
Why are you being like this?
I interviewed her because she resembled you.
I was missing you so much, but you weren't here.
So I just interviewed anyone.
We don't look alike. And you know how she looks at me?
She got this contempt in her eyes.
Why would she?
She means nothing to me. She's just nice.
Actually, I feel sorry for her.
Go on, and what else?
She's trying to get a divorce, but it's not working out so well.
I'm just curious. Tell me the truth.
You saw everything. There was no one.
Was there?
No.
Moonsook.
And did you hear my confession to you?
Yes, I did.
I know I'm hopeless,
but I'm struggling with those bad images.
And, I've got to write a script.
I'm using all my mental capacity.
This is something I realized a while back.
And since I'm fighting with images again,
I have more confidence in it now. Look here.
Your actions now and my obsession with purity are all images.
We're repeating images imprinted on us by others.
Look at this.
Let's assume that this is the real thing.
This constantly changes and has infinite curves.
Let's say, for example, here, here, here.
People keep focusing on these points.
Then, there is an image that recurs.
Like so.
You having sex with foreigners.
Let this be the face of the woman having sex.
And this, the image of his phallus.
And this, the weird position you'd see in porn movies.
When these three images form a set,
it coincides with the existing bad image.
Then, the real thing disappears and only the image remains.
But let's say, that this point here
is your happy face after those spicy rice cakes.
And here is your nice face worrying about a sick friend.
And here is your face sitting on the toilet.
If we connect these points,
then,
we get a shape like this, right?
Yes.
But this is something we are not used to,
so it's hard to grasp.
Anyhow, it would still be closer to the real thing than this triangle.
So if we continue our efforts,
we can overcome this stereotypical and evil image.
We can break them, you know.
So we have to try to see
these other points together as well.
You know what I'm saying?
You are amazing.
How did you come up with this?
This is how I'm fighting right now.
That's a really good way to look at it.
Think so?
You really are smart.
Hello?
I'm sorry, but I'm the person you saw this morning.
I wasn't sure if it was okay to go up.
Oh, yes.
But I think my wallet is in there. I can't find it anywhere.
Could you please look for it? I'm down here now at the front desk.
Wallet? Where did you put it?
Well, maybe on the table or the floor.
Or near the bed. I have important things in there.
Well, I already cleaned the room and didn't find anything.
Hold on.
- Who is it? - Huh? Nothing.
Sorry, not here.
It's really not there?
No, I looked everywhere.
Well, could you see me down here for a second?
Me? Why?
Only for a little while.
I just want to buy you a nice meal.
Alright, I'll be right down.
- Okay. - Okay.
Where are you going? Who was it?
It's Sunhee. She wants to see me.
Why?
I don't know. I'll be back soon.
Take your cell phone. What's she got to say?
Yeah, I have my phone.
When did you arrive here?
You saw me yesterday morning.
Sure my wallet's not there?
Why do you make me repeat the same answer?
I'm sorry.
Something very important to me is in there.
You wanted to see me because of that?
Not at all.
Can we spend some time together?
You're so beautiful.
- You're not serious. - No, you're really beautiful. I envy you.
- Please, stop. You're much prettier. - Not at all.
- How old are you? - How about you?
Thirty-one.
I'm older.
You are?
Then I should call you Big Sis?
How did you meet Joongrae?
It was just a coincidence.
He wanted to have a drink so we did.
What do you want to have?
Oh, it's my treat. What would you like?
Should we go over there to the inlet? I think it's not far.
Oh, the inlet?
Sure, I haven't been there yet.
Well, hop in. This is my car.
It's cute.
No, it's a piece of crap.
Director Kim thinks that you and I look alike.
Who told you that?
The restaurant owner told me.
That man always talks crap.
I was flattered to hear we looked alike.
But do we?
So I thought about it.
And I think I know why he said that.
Can't really explain in words, but somehow we are a bit alike.
The way we talk, for example.
Really?
You're nicer than I thought.
Thanks.
So why did you ask to meet? Don't you have a real reason?
No.
You're just so pretty, and very close with Director Kim.
So I just wanted to know more about you.
What do you fear most in your life?
Obsession.
Obsession?
I'm afraid of betrayal.
Did your husband betray you? Is that why you're getting a divorce?
Director Kim told you that, too?
Yeah.
Yes, my husband betrayed me.
That's nothing to cry about.
Just divorce him. And live right when you can forget him.
And what about you? Why do you cling on to him?
I did?
Two nights ago.
Don't lie to me.
Oh, I get it.
So you two were in the room then? Were you sleeping together?
- Did he tell you he slept with me? - No, I'm just asking.
What did you do then?
I don't talk about that kind of stuff.
I see.
But how did you get out when I was outside the door?
Ask him yourself.
Did you two by any chance walk over me?
We came out anyway.
So you walked over me?
Why is that so important? We got out and that's it.
You're mean, Sunhee.
Two women shouldn't be fighting dirty over a man.
The choice should be the woman's.
This is so boring.
This is why hell is so boring!
Don't get mad. I'm fine.
So you really are just a woman.
The phone has been turned off. You'll be connected to...
Moonsook.
Where the hell are you?
Moonsook.
Lizard, lizard
Can do anything
Lizard, lizard
Can do anything
Finished.
Thank you.
This is good stuff.
Real good stuff.
Why are you driving me nuts?
Know how much I cried waiting for you?
You did? I'm sorry.
Know how hard it was for me?
I was crying on the porch because of you.
Let me ask you something. Please be honest.
Please.
That night, when I was outside, what were you doing in the room?
I'm getting sick of this.
It's that again?
I don't know. Don't know anything anymore.
Joongrae, don't lie to me.
Please, don't lie.
Do whatever you want.
What did I do so wrong to deserve this?
What did I do?
I'm sick of it all.
What's wrong with you, Moonsook? That's not important.
Somebody walked over me.
You two walked over me, huh?
When I was outside, you two walked over me.
I thought I was dreaming, but it was real.
I don't believe this.
Walk over me, did you?
How dare you?
How dare you do that to me?
Is this how you're going to be?
I was willing to endure all the pain till the very end,
but you torture me over this crap?
Don't you remember?
I told you how hard it is to fight with images!
So just give me the facts. Not your bullshit philosophy.
You slept with her, huh? Oh, that I know already.
Did you walk over me?
You and that bitch walked over me, huh?
I won't cry. Just tell me.
- Then I'll be quiet. - You're completely insane.
Tell me, please.
Just tell me, Joongrae.
No, I can't. I can't be treated like this.
I don't deserve this.
I just can't. Sorry, I'm leaving.
R. The Best Beach on the West Coast, Shinduri
- Thanks for coming. - What happened?
- Do you have a cigarette? - Yes.
There's such a muscle?
So there are muscles we can't use.
Guess it's like the appendix.
That's too bad.
You mustn't have worked on your script.
- I wrote it. - What?
In these couple of days?
Yeah, I think it's pretty good. These two pages.
How'd you finish so quickly? Amazing.
Do you like it?
Don't know, maybe tomorrow it'll look like shit to me.
But it all came within a few hours. Funny, huh?
It came out so easy, as if I were possessed.
Yes, Director Kim.
How are you?
I'm home. Are you still there?
How's your leg?
It still hurts.
I think I was afraid again.
I miss you.
I'm sorry, too. Honestly.
When are you coming back?
I think I liked you a lot as a movie director.
And I think you'll have a hard time because of me.
Please stop.
You think so?
Should I try to find someone here who resembles you?
Like you did?
Yeah, why don't you.
Don't worry. I won't.
I don't repeat things.
And I hope I don't offend you,
but I don't respect Korean men too much.
There are some good men though.
Yeah, I guess.
Take care of your leg. Hope your script comes out great.
I'm sure you'll do well.
I really like you.
Yes, good-bye.
Moonsook.
Thank you.
It was under the bed.
Oh, really?
When are you going home?
The day after tomorrow. How about you?
I'm going now.
Hope you think things over well.
Yes, I will.
I'll be going.
Good-bye.
My car...
We'll push it for you.
- We'll push, you drive. - So I have to get in, right?
Here we go.
Steer to the left a bit.
- Like this? - Left.
Left, like this?
I think it's getting out!
- Thank you so much. - You're welcome.
Is that your car stuck there?
We're waiting for a tractor to pull it out.
I see, thank you very much.
I'd really like to repay you somehow.
- Don't worry about it. - But still.
It was really nothing. Let's go.
- Thank you for your help! - You're welcome.