(Can we interview you?)
(Excuse me.)
(Can I film you?)
(Celebrities as VJs filming the public!)
(Live in Korea)
(This time, it's the photos.)
(Sangam)
(Jung-gu and Namdong-gu in Incheon)
(Yongsan-gu, Mapo-gu, Jongno-gu, Sinsa-dong, and Gangnam-gu in Seoul)
(A number of stories behind various types of photo studios)
(In life, )
(these first moments...)
(make our hearts flutter.)
(Some prepare to bid farewell.)
(They meet, )
(part ways, )
(and meet again here.)
(We invite you to the stories of photo studios.)
(Live in Korea)
All right. This is Live in Korea of How Do You Play?
Right now, I'm in Gye-dong.
A long time ago, I've been here...
for a TV show. I see. This is the place.
This is the photo studio I have come to.
(Turning)
This is it.
(It's located in the heart of an alley in Gye-dong, Jongno.)
It says here, "Original Black and White Photo Studio".
I see.
(Sae Ho will visit an old-fashioned photo studio.)
This camera looks very old.
Excuse me.
(Some things greet Sae Ho as soon as he enters the studio.)
You only have black and white photos here.
All of these photos are in black and white.
(The black and white photos fill up the whole wall.)
- Hello. - Hi.
- There's a chief photographer here. - Yes.
- And you're also working here. - Yes.
I've never been to a photo studio, similar to this one.
Black and white photo studio.
(Who will take photos here?)
- IU came here to take her photos. - Yes.
A long time ago, she filmed one of her music videos...
- at this studio. - Really?
- For which song? - "Friday".
- Is that so? - Yes.
("Friday" by IU)
(The music video was filmed at this photo studio.)
(Original Black and White Photo Studio)
(Who else took photos here?)
I see some familiar faces. I like fashion.
- Do you know them? - Yes. Dean and Dan.
- Dean and Dan. Right. - They are brothers.
- Twin designers. - That's correct.
- Paul Smith, the fashion designer. - Yes.
Is that Su Ae?
(Actress Su Ae)
(Actor Yoo Seung Ho)
That's Yoo Seung Ho.
A lot of people took photos here.
(Singer Kim Se Hwan)
Is there a different meaning black and white photos embody?
They are different from typical photos in colors.
It has a traditional vibe...
because the entire process is done manually.
The weather, people's feelings,
- temperature, and so on. - Right.
It's a process where we include everything in one photo.
Depending on the time of the year and how people feel,
photos come out differently.
As far as I know, the black and white photos...
can't be retouched.
Right, no retouching.
You can't fake these photos.
Right. The photos record...
moments as they are...
and help us remember these moments.
(The photo studio supports...)
(the traditional way of developing photos without any retouching...)
(and sticks to old-fashioned black and white photos.)
You are Mr. Park Joon and Ms. Kim Yoon Ah, correct?
Yes, we are.
If you have anything in the pocket, please take it out.
How long have you been married?
- It's been 4 years and a half. - 4 years and a half.
Is this the first time taking photos at a studio after your wedding?
When we got married, we didn't take wedding photos at a studio.
- Not at all? - No.
- This must be your first then. - Yes.
We always wanted to take photos, but this is our first time.
We've been waiting for four years.
Really?
Why did it take four years?
She wanted to take photos when I had lost weight.
(Laughing)
I can relate to that.
(His wife made a realistic decision for the photos.)
I don't think I could.
I'll take photos of you just the way you are.
Gather your feet together. Joon, you have to look lively.
You have to.
Okay. Great. Here we go. One more time.
Okay. Great.
Can I ask how you guys met?
- We met in Jeju Island. - In Jeju Island...
He was living in Jeju Island back then.
- And I went there on a trip. - Okay.
That's how we met.
- By chance? - Yes, by chance.
After meeting him, I had to come back to Seoul for work.
He took a photo of the moon and said the moon was beautiful.
That was his first message to me.
I did my best to win her over.
Is that so?
(They check the photo.)
Let me show you the photo and explain this to you.
Isn't this beautiful?
(The couple's first black and white photo)
This came out nicely.
You ought to keep this photo.
(This is beautiful.)
Since we only took the photo once, you'll get one photo.
(There are no duplicates.)
Our black and white photos are made of silver.
The darker parts mean a lot of silver remains there.
And the lighter parts mean a lot of silver was removed.
When you look at very old photos, they fade away and dry up.
It's because the colors faded away when the silver dust is gone.
This photo isn't beautiful yet.
When you look at the photo again after 10 to 20 years,
this photo will embody memories of today, your 10-month dating life,
your four-year-and-a-half married life,
and your future that lies ahead of you.
This will become a valuable photo made of silver dust.
- Thank you. - Thank you.
(The photo molds the couple's precious moments with silver.)
(Meanwhile)
(Jae Seok arrives at a photo studio in Incheon.)
Hello.
(What kind of photo studio is this?)
Hello.
- Hello. - Welcome.
- Hi. So this is a photo studio. - Yes.
We specialize in restoring photos and taking profile photos.
(Wait. I'll take pretty photos.)
(This studio can bring any photo back to its original shape.)
(This photo studio specializes in restoring and retouching photos.)
People bring me old photos.
Such as faded photos.
- Right. - You make these photos...
- look clear. - That's right.
They never took photos together, but I can make it look like so.
A lot of people come here for this.
(It has become a family portrait.)
In other words, they must have some sort of stories.
- Right. Yes. - You restore family portraits...
that are lacking in some ways.
- That's what you do here. - That's our expertise.
And you also take profile photos?
Yes. I put two monitors side by side for these profile photos.
And we fix the photos on the spot.
We can fix the makeup.
- You can get rid of that. - We can put on different clothes.
(You can choose an outfit you want too.)
That's how you do it.
This is fascinating.
- A bit more here. - Yes.
Goodness.
(What on earth is happening here?)
Can he take his photo like that?
- Yes. - Is that really okay?
(Feeling embarrassed)
You're taking a photo for a job, but you take it looking like that?
They told me to put up my hair for the photo.
Let me explain why he's taking his photo like that.
We can fix his hair in the photo.
You can fix his hair in the photo?
We can fix the makeup with the computer too.
Even if they don't wear a suit, you'll take care of that here?
Why do they fix their photos so much?
Once they know how things work here, they don't even wash their faces.
- That's how we do it here. - I see.
(Looking confident)
I can't believe he's not wearing a suit when the photo is for a job.
Is that why you have your hair up too?
(He'll also get his hair fixed in the photo.)
You are here to take a photo for your resume, correct?
- Yes. - If you don't mind,
- could we have a chat? - Yes.
- Nice to meet you. - Hello.
What kind of photos are you taking today?
This photo will go on my resume.
I see. That's why.
- Is he your friend? - Yes, he is.
- Why don't you join us? - Okay.
I was very surprised.
Both of you had the hair up.
Look at that. See?
That's for your resume.
If you use that on your resume...
Even we, comedians, don't put that kind of photo on our resume.
You can choose one among them. After doing makeup in the photo,
we fix their hair and clothes.
Is there a photo he can actually choose from these options?
I'm sorry. I mean, look at them.
How can he put that on his resume?
It works.
You'll choose your outfit now.
(1st phase of his makeover)
(He chose an outfit.)
(A few strokes of the designer...)
It looks like you're really wearing the suit.
(Now, he's wearing a suit.)
Let's look at the hairstyles.
His hair. The hairstyles?
Since this is for your resume,
you should go with a neat hairstyle. The pomade hairstyle.
(Pomade hairstyle?)
(Impressed)
Is that you?
(He looked more like...)
(an aspiring comedian than a job-seeker in the photo.)
(He has changed into a newly hired employee, full of confidence.)
(Before and after retouching)
You guys should go.
Anyway, good luck...
- with the job hunting. - Thank you.
- Are you happy with your photos? - Yes.
I love them.
- Bye. - Bye.
(We hope your future will be promising...)
(like the perfect photos.)
Bye.
(What is the photo studio Hang Ho has visited?)
Hello.
Nice to meet you.
(Photographer Kang Sang Seol)
Do you specialize in taking photos for babies' first birthdays?
Yes. I specialize in taking photos of 1st birthday and 100th day.
And I also take family portraits.
I see. Family portraits.
I usually take a lot of baby photos.
Baby photos.
What a beautiful baby. What's his name?
It's Yoon Jae.
- Yoon Jae. - Yes.
Hello, Yoon Jae.
How old is he?
- He's 4 months old. - 4 months?
Is that for his 100th day?
- Yes. - You're taking it today.
Hello, Yoon Jae.
(Please take good photos of me.)
1, 2, 3. Smile. Sir.
Please smile.
You look so stiff.
- You... - You look great now.
Here we go. 1, 2. Give me a big smile.
Sir.
Please smile for me.
(The shoot is...)
(for the 100th-day photo.)
My goodness.
- Yoon Jae. - He doesn't want anything.
- Yoon Jae. - Yoon Jae.
Yoon Jae.
How cute!
He is so cute.
(Hang Ho fell for the baby's loveliness.)
He is so cute.
Yoon Jae.
- Yoon Jae. - My goodness.
All right.
(Hang Ho is still absorbed in the baby.)
Does Uncle look funny?
(Kissing)
He is so cute.
(I like Uncle Hang Ho.)
How did it feel to meet your baby...
after carrying him in your belly for 10 months?
- I will soon get married. - I felt refreshed.
- You felt refreshed? - Since my body was too heavy,
I wanted to hurry up and give birth so that I could meet my baby.
After giving birth, my body felt so much lighter.
- He is four months old, right? - Yes.
Exactly how many days old is he?
- 121 days. - 121 days.
- Yes. - This isn't the 100th-day photo.
We came a bit late.
Why?
- We had to wait for an open spot. - This photo studio is popular.
- Is this photo studio popular? - Yes.
I will come next year for a photo shoot.
You can come anytime.
The three of you posed for a photo together.
I am sure it felt special.
- It used to be just me and my wife. - Yes.
Then we posed as a family of three for the first time.
That's right.
It's fascinating and fun.
(Looking at the first family portrait with their baby, )
(they become parents.)
Whether it be a game, cartoon, or soccer,
I want to share what he comes to like.
I hope he grows up to be a virtuous man.
- A virtuous man? - A good man.
A good man. Would it be okay if he gets bad grades?
I hope he gets good grades.
(The first family portrait will be put on display at home.)
I am jealous.
(Hang Ho, the soon-to-be husband)
Are you leaving now?
Don't leave. Don't leave.
- Thank you. - Thank you.
Please raise him well and stay healthy.
- Bye. - Bye.
- Yoon Jae, bye. - Bye.
These look like photos of you.
I took a photo of my son every 100 days.
100th day, 200th day, 300th day, 1st year, 400th day...
It's a family portrait with the twins...
and their grandparents.
I love grandma's facial expression.
- The 100th day. - My goodness.
They are three years old now.
They continued to take photos this way.
There are more photos.
(Each photo adds to the history of the family.)
They have come for four years.
- It's really nice. - They keep taking photos.
I bet they are more than customers.
That's right.
- They are like a family to me. - That's right.
- Hello. - Hello.
- Have you been well? - Do you remember us?
- Of course. - Say hello.
- Hello. - Have you been well? You grew up.
When was the last time you visited?
We decided to take a family portrait every year.
This will be our 3rd one. The 1st year, 2nd year...
He is 37 months old now.
Did you wear the same outfits on purpose?
- Yes. - We will wear the same outfits.
Do you remember that?
I looked at their past family portraits in advance.
Please smile so that your teeth show.
In 1, 2, 3. Smile.
Sir.
That's good. One.
From the start, we knew we would do this every year.
- We are looking forward... - How will we look in the future?
to the family portraits that will come in the future.
- You did a good job. - Bye.
- All right. - See you next year.
- See you next year. - Bye.
- We will give you a call. - Thank you.
(We wait for the family...)
(that will be happier next year.)
- What's your name? - He is shy.
His name is Chae Ho.
Chae Ho.
My name is Hang Ho.
Have they visited for long?
- This is their 4th time. - This is our 4th time.
Does that mean Chae Ho is over four years old?
He is four years old.
All right.
- Look at the set. - Over the past three years...
(These family portraits were taken in the past 3 years.)
He resembles his dad.
(The family portraits that were taken...)
(in the past three years and this year connect...)
(and make the family's today.)
How cute!
Chae Ho, you look so cute.
In 1, 2. Give me a big smile.
- Chae Ho, open your eyes. - Open your eyes.
Chae Ho, open your eyes.
Chae Ho, close your eyes. Close your eyes.
(The family's transformation in 4 years)
Look at me and smile.
- Smile. - Chae Ho, look at me. Smile.
How cute! How cute! My goodness.
- Sit up. - Sit up.
There you go. Look at me. Look at the circle.
Look over here.
This one is nice.
The photos are similar, right?
(It's fun to compare the past and present.)
He grew up a lot.
These create a story.
The moments that get captured in these photos...
won't come back.
(They are precious evidence.)
"The uncle I love,"
- "bye." - Thank you.
- Thank you. - Bye.
Thank you. See you next year.
- Bye. - Bye, Chae Ho.
- Bye. - Bye.
(Gangnam-gu, Seoul)
(Se Hyeong arrived at another photo studio.)
(Looking around)
Hello. It's nice to meet you.
I think I came to a unique photo studio.
Yes, this is a photo studio without a photographer.
It's a studio where you can take a photo of yourself.
(It's where you can reveal your true self.)
You can begin when you are ready.
(The manager leaves.)
In 1, 2, 3.
(They take photos by themselves.)
(They can check the result right away.)
My goodness. Look at that.
(Which stories are here?)
- I am a big fan. - Really?
- Hello. - Hello.
I will be going to the army next Monday. I am Hong Jae Min.
I am Jung Da Eun.
- On which date... - August 26. It's next Monday.
The next Monday.
(Sighing)
It hasn't hit me yet.
I don't even feel sad yet. It hasn't hit me yet.
I see. Do you often get your photos taken?
- Yes. - I like this kind of things.
We even get our photos taken at a photo booth we stumble upon.
Which photo is the most memorable?
On the first day of our relationship,
we took a photo on the bus.
Would it be okay if I see it?
Take a look and decide if it's presentable.
It's nice.
It's funny.
(The photo contains the excitement of the 1st day.)
There was heavy traffic that day.
What would have normally taken 40 minutes took 2 hours.
It wasn't boring at all.
(It wasn't boring at all.)
I remember everything.
You can't take this photo again...
- unless you hop on a time machine. - That's right.
You can't see this moment.
(This photo contains their excitement and memories.)
- We flirted for a long time. - We went from friends to lovers.
(They went from friends to lovers.)
- At the age of 20... - We met at the age of 20.
We flirted for 5 or 6 months. We met every day.
At first, I thought he was a good friend.
We promised each other that we will be friends forever.
As we continued to meet,
I learned that we can talk about anything.
We became lovers pretty naturally.
How did your relationship change after you became lovers?
- Now, we... - We show affection...
with ease.
I got to know who she really is.
"She is the one."
(He became convinced.)
Da Eun, please wait for me...
for a year and six months.
Stay healthy in the army.
Don't get exhausted. Let's travel when you come back.
Thank you.
(The bouquet contains Jae Min's love.)
- Take good photos. - Okay.
(Even though they need to be apart for a short while, )
(they will get their photos taken for memories...)
(instead of being sad.)
(This couple is carrying many bags.)
(A tie)
(Dress shoes)
(They are dressed from head to toe.)
My goodness.
You came prepared.
(What's this couple's story?)
I am Lee Min Yong and I live in Seattle.
Seattle?
I am Jung Na Ra and I live in Korea.
Then you are in a super long-distance relationship.
How did you meet?
I am currently studying in Seattle.
I met her before I went to Seattle.
We dated for about six years.
- We will get married next week. - Oh, my goodness.
Oh, my goodness.
- Shall we begin? - Yes.
- 1, 2, 3. - 1, 2, 3.
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Look a bit more natural. Should we be a bit more natural?
Let's look at each other.
(Sweetly)
(They overcame the days while they lived far away.)
(Their self-wedding photos signal the end of their 6 years of dating.)
(Checking the photo)
- No way. This is bad. - Okay.
(Their wedding photos are...)
(more natural and special because they took it themselves.)
What made you think,
"I can marry this guy"?
(Looking with loving eyes)
Well, he's just really nice.
- He's very considerate. - I see.
And...
One reason each.
Well, he just does everything as I tell him.
I tend to lose my temper easily,
but he can deal with me.
- A little... - I lose my temper easily too.
No way. He doesn't show that.
So we don't really fight often.
I thought that meant he's very considerate.
I figured he's a great guy.
Since we have some flowers...
and we ran into each other today,
why don't you propose to her?
- No, it's okay. - Why not?
I'm really fine.
(The groom-to-be gladly kneels down.)
My love, Na Ra.
Will you marry me? I'll always make you happy.
Okay.
(They're feeling shy and happy at the same time.)
- This is so new and cute. - I didn't cry.
- Wait. - Oh, my.
In my opinion, I think your husband...
was worried you might cry,
so I think he kept it cute and bubbly.
- Thank you. - Thank you.
(They kept loving each other in a long-distance relationship.)
I'll be a husband who's always respectful, considerate,
and on her side.
We hope we can always trust each other...
and overcome tough times with one another.
I want us to be best friends.
(They'll be each other's biggest support and best friend.)
(We hope you two will always be happy.)
Well, I am...
looking for a photo studio.
Hey, over there. I see one.
I heard this is the best place that takes photos for resumes.
I wonder what it's like,
and I wonder what kind of stories are hidden in this place.
- Hello. - Oh, hello.
Hello.
What kind of people usually come here?
People come to take photos for their resumes,
for their ID,
and people in certain profession come to take headshots.
(I came by too.)
You have some clothes here.
Yes, these are for those who come in a hurry...
or for those who aren't ready.
If they need to, they're free to make use of this.
- Oh, really? - We rent it out for free.
(He has clothes and cosmetic products people can use.)
Okay, look forward.
You can put your hands on top of the pole.
My friend took his photo here a few days ago.
He said his photo was great.
I've been studying to get a job,
so I usually have to study late into the night.
And I saw some of my juniors in the 1st and 2nd years...
sitting there and studying too.
I felt kind of bad.
But on the other hand, it means they're getting prepared thoroughly,
so I thought it might be a bit scary...
if they become my competition.
Okay, one more time. Can you tuck in your chin?
That's it. Okay, open your eyes wider.
I've never been in an interview before,
so I have no idea how to prepare for this.
I try not to do that,
but I sometimes get cranky at my parents.
But they also support me financially,
so I'm always sorry and grateful.
Once I got my first paycheck,
I want to do something for my parents.
I want to give them a good amount of pocket money.
(His 1st resume photo and 1st step into the society)
(This is the first resume photo he takes with a suit on.)
I'm taking this for my resume.
I'm aspiring to become a flight attendant.
- A flight attendant? - Yes.
Okay, open your eyes. Let's go.
(He's half nervous and half excited.)
Do you want to see?
Look.
(But he still looks a bit awkward and shy.)
I'm going to edit it a little.
- Do you think it's going well? - Well...
I feel less nervous than before.
- Really? - Yes.
Okay, let's try one more time.
Okay, look over here. Come on, let me see your teeth.
That's good. Looking great. All right. One more time.
Can you say something for your future interviewers?
If you remember my face from this TV show,
please take one more look at my resume.
I hope you hire me.
You have such a charming smile.
You have my support, really.
(Taking yet another step toward his dream!)
(Looking happy)
I always wanted to try that.
We'll be doing Live in Korea today.
We'll go find photo studios.
- Photo studios? - I see.
Some people take their portraits for their funerals in advance...
- Who is it? - Who's that?
(Who is that?)
- Isn't that Yong Myeong? - That's Yong Myeong.
- What? - Why is Yong Myeong here?
- Yong Myeong. What is this? - What?
- What do you mean? - Come in.
- Yong Myeong. - Yes.
Goodness, this is a photo studio.
Let's see.
A photo studio?
(It is located in a tiny little alley.)
It's right here.
(A tiny little photo studio)
Gosh, this is a photo studio. Can you see that?
Photos and Camera.
Goodness, this is a really old photo studio.
It has been here forever.
This old-fashioned sign isn't used anymore.
It has been here for a long time.
- Goodness. - Mr. Kim.
- Hello. - Hello.
I thought you got depressed from your mom telling you off,
- but you look fine. - Goodness.
I'm not fine, but it's okay.
Goodness.
(Yong Myeong is the young president of "Hometown Report".)
(He's a guy who helps you out every single day at 6:00pm.)
(He's the BTS of the elderly.)
(The young worker of the farmlands in Korea)
(The young president, Kim Yong Myeong)
Goodness.
I heard this photo studio has been here for a long time.
- It has been 50 years. - Wow, it has been 50 years?
I did this for 50 years.
How old are you this year?
I'm 75.
- You're 75? - Yes.
You aren't that much older than me.
I'm sure I'm at least 12... No, 24 years older.
- No way. - No?
At least 36 years.
Anyway, have you been running the studio in this spot?
I've been running this business around Dongincheon Station.
My first studio was in the basement.
And then I moved to the second floor.
So I've been around here for 50 years.
Let me show you this. Look at this.
You can only find these photos from back in the days.
Look at this.
- Family photos. - Yes.
Goodness.
- Sir. - Yes?
Can you still print photos within 27 minutes?
It only takes 15 minutes nowadays. Only 15 minutes.
It takes only 15 minutes now?
- That machine. - Wow, the world changed a lot.
Back in my days, it took 27 minutes.
That only takes 15 minutes.
Back in the days, we put a fluorescent light behind,
punched a hole, and drew it in with a pencil.
But now, I can even work with this thing.
Look.
Like this.
- You can use Photoshop? - Of course.
Take a look.
We have to use a computer nowadays.
- Right? - Yes, you're right.
That works really well, doesn't it?
(Door creaking)
Is that a customer? You have a customer.
This is my youngest one.
- My youngest one. - Oh, that wasn't a customer.
Goodness, I thought you were a customer.
You're our first customer.
You're our first customer. Goodness.
My baby.
Sir, do you actually have some customers?
People can do this on the internet by themselves...
- with their phone. - Really?
But I have done this for a long time,
so I have a lot of old fans.
A long time ago, when my business was thriving,
I had at least 100 students who dropped by every day.
- A hundred? - Yes.
The students who came by back in those days are...
well into their 50s now.
Those guys still come by...
to take pictures with their children.
(His customers spent many days with this studio.)
(His old customers' children became his customers too.)
(A studio with 50 years of stories)
I... One second. A customer.
- Wait. - Oh, he should come in.
He has a customer.
- Come in. - You can come in.
- Come. - Are you here to take photos?
- What are you looking for? - An ID photo.
Did you put on a dress shirt, sir?
I just... I'm not your sir.
Oh, my brother. Did you put on a dress shirt?
- I don't need that. - Just take it.
But you should put on a dress shirt to...
I want to take the college entrance exam.
Not that color. You have to put this on.
Wait, you're going to take the college entrance exam?
My brother, you're taking the college entrance exam?
I turned 60 this year, but I don't care.
I may not have gotten married, but I have to do what I want to do.
- Really? - I wanted to do that.
- You're taking the exam? - Yes.
- People who are 90 take it too. - Of course.
But still.
What's wrong with my age? I'm still young.
- What about my age? - You're 60?
Yes, what about my age?
You need to put your hair like this.
You're sweating way too much.
Do you want me to put some gel on your hair?
No, he shouldn't do that.
You have to tuck in your chin.
You have to tuck it in like this instead of this.
Yes, this way, you'll look much better.
Lift up your head a little. Good.
In 1, 2. Okay.
- Let's see. Good. - You look great.
(Ta-da!)
Did he have that much hair?
Okay. I wanted to give him more hair to bid him good luck.
- To bid him good luck? - It looks amazing.
He's taking the college entrance exam. Please wish him good luck.
- All the support from people... - I hope...
will help you do well on the test.
I never went to college.
- He's taking the exam. - Did you...
- go to the technical school? - Yes.
It's one of the best high schools in Incheon.
Of course. You need good grades to get in there.
Back then, girls went crazy for boys who went...
to that school.
Girls went crazy?
They really did.
Please wish him good luck. Oh, my.
- We have another customer. - I'm jealous.
Hello.
Please have a seat. You're number three.
Do I attract customers?
Customers keep coming in.
Do you think you can get into a college by taking the exam?
I'll give it a try.
I'm thinking of getting in by using my high school grades.
I see.
A photo studio is like a playground.
People meet and chat here.
- Congratulations in advance. - Congratulations in advance.
By the way, what do you want to major in?
Either food and nutrition or Buddhist philosophy.
Buddhist philosophy?
I'm a Buddhist.
I admire you for challenging yourself.
Study hard.
Hold on. Sir, let me see.
- It's 25 years old. - It is?
It does look very old.
This is how you cut the photos. Look.
Who is a cook?
I'm a cook.
Oh, you're a cook?
My mother...
Are they family or something?
They're like family.
(They've already become family.)
- Can I have your phone number? - Okay.
(Laughing)
- They've become so close. - On my day off...
(A portrait of a future college student)
All right.
(Which photo studio is Defconn at?)
I think this is it.
This place is very popular with people in their 20s and 30s.
It's a photo studio.
Let me go inside and talk to some people.
I'm backlit.
(The walls are covered with portraits.)
Oh, all portraits have different background colors.
This photo studio seems to have a very distinct style.
(Knocking)
Yes?
Hello. Oh, my.
- Hello. - Hello.
- Are you the owner of this place? - Yes.
- Really? The owner? - Yes.
- Hi. - Hi.
It's so nice to meet you. Please sit down.
I heard this photo studio is very special.
I started with taking ID photos,
and the project expanded.
I believe every person has his or her own color.
I ask my customers to come here with a color in mind.
Here, we discuss in detail which color we should go with...
and finally take photos using that color.
- The colors... - Oh, like this?
I picked red.
She picked red.
I also ask her what kind of image she wants to have,
and I recommend a specific color based on that...
since red can have many different shades from pink to burgundy.
Your choices include...
"I'm urban"...
and "I'm chic."
You chose these, right?
I've never had an image like that.
That's great. You should try something you're not used to.
I think it's so fun that you find a color for your customer...
through communication and exchanging emotions.
When did this idea come to you?
Before, ID photos...
always had a white background.
They all looked the same.
I wanted to depict the person effectively within the limitations.
And I realized ID photos could be works of art too.
That's a fantastic idea.
I feel like I've become so trendy.
1, 2, 3.
Lower your chin a tiny bit.
Smile slightly.
Put on a big smile.
This time, imagine you landed a job.
You just landed a job. 1, 2, 3.
Turn your face towards the camera. Put on a big smile.
That looks great.
Done. You did a good job.
It was very energetic.
When she told you to imagine you landed a job...
I automatically smiled.
You looked so happy.
I could see how happy you were.
Older people smile right away...
when they imagine winning the lottery.
Right.
Imagining winning the lottery makes older people smile.
What about people in their 20s and 30s?
They smile when I mention their payday...
or Park Bo Gum.
This reminds me of fresh cherries.
It captured her kind eyes very well.
Are you here to have your photo taken?
My hair is very long right now,
but I'm getting a haircut soon.
I wanted to take a photo before I do.
- To record your long hair? - Yes.
Why are you getting a haircut though?
I want a fresh new start.
- I was in Ireland for 2 years. - For 2 years.
And I just came back for good.
- For good? - Yes.
- Are you going to find a job here? - Yes.
Who do you want to show off your photo to?
- To my mom. - To your mom?
She's been nagging me to get a haircut.
Say something to your mom.
Mom, I'm finally getting a haircut.
Are you happy now?
Put on a smile. It looks great.
(His unique style is beautifully captured.)
I'm a happy-go-lucky person, so I laugh a lot.
But I'd like to have a photo of me being chic.
Many people want the photo to bring out a different side of them.
My dad used to take many photos of me...
and make photo albums.
So I have a lot of photos from my childhood.
But I have no photo albums from middle school and high school.
All I have is phone pictures.
That's why...
It's meaningful to record myself at this moment.
That's why I want to have photos taken.
(You find your uniqueness...)
(and a different side of you at a photo studio.)
- Hello. - Hello.
- Hello. - Unbelievable.
- Are you here to take an ID photo? - Yes.
Is this your first time getting an ID card?
- No. - Then?
- I want a new one. - Why?
The photo doesn't look good.
I heard this studio is pretty good.
You don't like the photo on your ID card?
You just changed your mind?
What did you hear about this studio?
I heard that they practically...
transform you.
(Clear and simple)
Cover all the other things.
(She shows him her ID card.)
I think the photo looks good.
Really?
The photos are always a little blurry.
- Right. - It's only a year old.
- Were you born in 2000? - I'm 20 now.
You're 20? Oh, my.
So you're having your ID photo taken today.
How do you want to look in the photo?
I want to look sexy and innocent.
(Sexy and innocent)
- He's laughing at me. - That's not it.
You're so cute.
(I'll look sexy and innocent by all means.)
I saw how they work, and it's incredible.
They're amazing.
- The four of them are experts. - Seriously.
- It's Silicon Valley over there. - Silicon Valley?
It's Silicon Valley.
Smile. 1, 2.
(They smile for their photos.)
- You can film it. - Is it okay?
You can show before-and-after pictures.
(Impressed)
It's like magic.
What's that?
You're practically giving her a new pair of eyes.
(The invisible hand in the photography field)
(He even has multitasking skills.)
(Glancing)
It's so pretty. Isn't it so pretty?
- Yes. - Right?
- Absolutely. - This girl is so pretty.
"This girl"?
It's you, Ru Ri.
It is. I know, but...
Do you like it?
It's seriously...
What if I end up at the police station?
What if they check my ID card and don't recognize the person?
What if...
This is closer to how you look in real life.
- Oh, my. - This is how you look.
What are you saying?
(He even touches the customer's heart.)
I'm serious.
(Stop it.)
(What technique is he using this time?)
Who's that?
Her makeup will be transferred onto the photo.
(The makeup is transferred onto the photo.)
It fits perfectly.
(The makeup fits the photo perfectly.)
(Wait.)
(What is this?)
I think I look a bit like Irene.
(I think I look a bit like Irene.)
(Which of the two is Irene?)
Please edit out the part where I said I'm her friend.
I really think I do look like her.
I think so too.
(Oh, my.)
You're incredible.
(The customer couldn't be happier.)
What is happening here?
(It's Hye Rin's turn now.)
Hye Rin looks...
You look...
Aren't those Seul Gi's eyes?
You look...
a bit like Red Velvet's Seul Gi.
I looked like Irene, right?
Kind of.
Seriously.
I'm not joking. They're laughing, but...
- I mean it. You looked... - Right?
And Hye Rin looks like Seul Gi.
You do look like Seul Gi.
You totally look like Seul Gi.
You're Jang Seul Gi from now on.
Jang Seul Gi?
(They're appreciating the photo.)
(The original version suddenly pops up.)
(He pretends to be oblivious.)
If you just look at this, it's not that obvious.
But once you compare it with the original version,
you can't help laughing.
- Your photos are ready now. - Yes.
- What do you think? - Earlier,
I said I wanted to look sexy and innocent, right?
And that's exactly how I look in the photo.
- Just like you wanted? - I look sexy and innocent.
What about you, Hye Rin?
I look so neat. I'm sure the photo will land me a job.
- The photos are here. - Look at this.
(The photos are ready.)
(These photos will identify them for a long time.)
They look great.
We even got two extra photos for free.
(Sae Ho's black and white photo studio)
- Welcome. - Hello.
What is the purpose of your visit?
I took a self-portrait last week.
I came to pick it up.
- Really? - After the setup, she just left.
I can take as much time I need,
and take photos whenever I want.
How was it?
I thought it would be fine.
But I started to cry as soon as the photographer left.
(Embarrassed)
Well...
She told me to look back on how I lived.
I just left my recent job, which I had for a long time.
I was wondering what I should do next.
And I felt sorry for myself.
All I lived for...
was my job and work.
I felt like I never treated myself well enough.
From now on, I won't do that.
As I pressed the shutter button,
I thought to myself that I will live more selfishly.
And that's the photo you will pick up today?
- Is that so? - Yes.
Can I take a look?
You can see it first, and let me know if it's okay.
(Ta-da!)
- Just like a wind. - Yes.
When I took this photo, I thought to myself...
I wanted to live like a wind.
You will have time for yourself.
You can take photos when you feel you are ready.
- Is that so? - Yes.
(One button, one photo)
(A moment to face the lens to see the real self)
Please take a few steps back.
(A woman is getting ready to take a self-portrait.)
(Lee Ji Soo)
- How old are you? - 26 years old.
26 years old?
Is this your first time ever doing this?
This moment is just for you.
Think there is no one else.
Think about how you want to portray yourself.
I am sure there is a reason why you brought an oboe.
Yes.
It's an important instrument to me.
- I see. - But I don't think I can continue.
Really? Why not?
I just decided to do it as a hobby.
- It's your major? - Yes.
Is there any reason why you want to switch your major?
But you studied it. Is there a story to it?
I am not sure.
How long have you played?
About 10 years.
- 10 years? - This was my first oboe.
- Shared almost half of your life. - My first and last oboe.
(This oboe was with her for almost half of her life.)
- Do I just press on it? - Yes.
Just press it whenever you feel you are ready.
Hold on to it.
I will complete the setup for you.
(She completes the setup so she can take the photo.)
(Only one black-and-white photo for a self-portrait)
You will begin now.
Press the button whenever you want.
Remember your past 26 years.
(Remember your past 26 years.)
(And the photographer leaves.)
(She is alone in the studio.)
(It's a moment to face the lens...)
(all by herself.)
I wanted to play the oboe for the past 10 years,
and I still want to continue.
But in the end, I decided not to continue.
(In the end, I decided not to continue.)
(A friend that stood by me for the past 10 years)
(And it's time to say goodbye.)
(It's not easy to say goodbye after so much time together.)
From the beginning, I really had fun playing it.
(She holds back her tears and stands in front.)
It will now be a fond memory.
It's time to let it go.
I really wanted to save this very last moment.
(I really wanted to save this very last moment.)
(She stops her fidgeting hands...)
(and gets ready for a new beginning.)
(To a friend that stood by her for the last 10 years, )
(she gives her one last smile.)
(And she presses the button.)
(She says farewell to the world she lived in for the past 10 years.)
- How do you feel now? - I feel better.
- Do you feel relieved? - Yes.
I wonder why I cried.
- Hello. - I came to take an ID photo.
I just passed the civil service examination.
- Civil service examination? - Yes.
Congratulations!
And you came to take a picture for the ID?
- Please wait here. There's a line. - Sure.
I see.
- Great job. - Thank you.
I heard that they need a lot of photos for the documents.
So I came to take one.
- For an ID photo? - Yes.
- It's 3 by 4, right? - Yes.
Congratulations again!
(The photographer helps him with the tie.)
That's right.
I think you should fix your hair a little.
Don't worry. I'll take care of it with Photoshop.
- Trust in my technique. - Correct.
Sit over there.
(He can't help but smile.)
You must be really happy to take this picture.
- It must feel special. - Yes, I am really happy now.
- Smile a little more. - Good.
Just a little more. 1, 2...
One more. Don't do that with your lips.
- Look here. - Try to smile a little more.
1, 2...
It's done.
- Don't take off your jacket. - Take a look first.
I will take it again if you don't like it.
(Excited)
This is not good. This one you smiled too much.
This is not good. This one is good.
- This is good. - Right?
- You look like a civil servant. - Really?
Your face features look like a civil servant. That's great.
I think you may be promoted to Grade Four.
(Laughing)
If you get promoted, you should buy us a meal.
- Okay? - Sure.
It's so hot. It's hot.
You must feel satisfied when you put them in envelopes.
After you finished with everything.
But those who receive these photos...
are a lot happier than I am.
Those who want these photos all have a reason.
(The owner believes the happiness for the customers is important.)
Look at his smile.
He can't help but smile.
(Smiling)
- Thank you for coming. - Thank you.
- Good luck with everything. - Thank you.
(We hope your future will be filled with this smile.)
(Se Hyeong's digital self-photography studio)
(Another couple visited the studio.)
You will have 15 minutes. You can put it down.
Mong Sil, it’s okay.
(What moment do they want to save with their dog?)
I think she is a little nervous.
Excuse me. Do you mind if I film what you guys are doing?
- Not at all. - Is that okay?
- How old is your dog? - 15 years old.
- 15 years old? - Yes.
- But she looks so young! - I know, right?
Underneath the hair, you can tell her age.
- She is old. - You can tell she is old.
- It's embarrassing. - That is heartbreaking.
(As a dog owner, Se Hyeong understands how they feel.)
Is this your first time...
- taking a photo with your dog? - Yes.
What made you do this?
We thought about it for a while.
Well...
- Then we kept postponing it. - Yes, we did.
- You kept pushing it back? - Yes.
But we couldn't delay it any longer.
This is more for your dog than for you two.
Correct.
Look at the camera. Come on, Mong Sil.
Mong Sil, look.
(They keep piling special moments with their dog.)
I thought taking the photo by ourselves would be better...
for Mong Sil to be less nervous too.
She might not be comfortable around strangers.
I am sure you are heartbroken too.
- We are. - We are.
It's just like older people taking photos...
- in hopes to live longer. - Yes.
- It's something like that. - Yes.
You want her to live longer.
I am sure you have a lot of memories with him.
- I do. - I am sure.
(She is a family who shared many moments for the last 15 years.)
I will close the curtains. Have fun.
Mong Sil!
(The time for pets...)
(pass faster than humans.)
(Perhaps taking photos is an attempt to hold on to them.)
(Hang Ho's family photo studio)
(Kyu Hyong joins a little later.)
- This is the owner. - Nice to meet you.
Where have you been?
I had the schedule for the performance earlier.
Kyu Hyong. We did everything already.
- You did? - Yes.
Then what should I do?
You should do an interview with the owner.
Then I shall begin the interview.
- An interview? - Yes.
(Laughing)
I have a picture of my first birthday.
- This is a 100th-day picture. - Is it?
It says at the bottom. "To celebrate 100th day."
I thought it was my first birthday.
The first time my family took a family photo...
was when I was in the first year of high school.
Right after that,
the Asian Financial Crisis broke out.
Were you not able to take it?
After that...
my dad left for the US alone...
to save the family.
Then I was in the second year, and in the third year.
So the remaining family decided to take a picture...
so we can send it to him.
So my mother, my sister, and I took a family photo.
(He had no choice but to leave his father out of the picture.)
(This memory made Kyu Hyong emotional.)
Welcome.
(A cute group of customers visited the studio.)
- Hello! - Hello.
If it's all right with you, could you please fill this out?
Sure.
Kyu Hyong, take the baby.
He is a little heavy.
- Is he going to be okay? - Hello!
- That's good. - Hello!
(He carefully holds the baby.)
He is so...
How old is he?
He is five months old.
- Five months? - But he is in the top one percent.
- He looks bigger. - He is big for his age.
- Is he a big baby? - Yes.
You are a big baby.
How heavy was he when he was born?
- He was 3.74kg. - What?
- 3.74kg? - I was 4.5kg.
- You were 4.5kg? - Yes.
Then what percentile are you?
Isn't that like top 0.1 percent?
(Once a big baby hangs out with the current big baby.)
What are you doing? So inappropriate for the baby.
(But the previous big baby does not stop.)
- See? - Ra On is the second one?
The baby is smiling.
And the baby is 5 months old.
- Yes. - Today...
(The two big babies begin to play together.)
(I am happy.)
Maybe all top one percent share something in common.
He is the top 1 percent, and this guy is the top 0.1 percent.
(Top 1 percent and top 0.1 percent)
Big baby, and an extra big baby.
Don't eat the baby, Hang Ho.
We were trying to take it together during our vacation,
but it didn't work out.
My husband will be back after his work.
It's how it is.
You should sit here.
Mom will take a look at the mirror and join her.
What kind of photo are you trying to take?
It's for her third birthday.
Today?
Yesterday.
(Happy birthday to you)
- Look at her face. - And the baby is 200 days old.
He will be 200-day-old soon?
Do you take it every year?
Yes, we are doing this every year.
Smile! Please look here.
Ra Hee, you need to smile.
Mom should smile too.
Ra Hee, put your hands on your bellybutton.
I hope the baby smiles too.
All right. Smile.
(Then the previous big baby comes up.)
(Acting cute)
- Ra On, Ra On! - Smile.
Ra On is probably thinking, what on earth is that?
Ra On!
(He doesn't give up and acts cute again.)
That's good. Smile!
Let's do it one more time.
(Acting cute)
Please smile!
(The studio gets busy.)
The baby will smile if we tickle his feet.
Why don't you try?
But he is not looking.
Ra On!
(Smile, Ra On!)
It was good. Let's do it one more time.
(Uncles are doing their best to make Ra On laugh.)
Ra On, you need to smile!
(He laughed!)
- Great. - Good job, everyone.
- We succeeded. - Thank you.
- Did we get it? - Yes, we did.
Let's do it one more time.
(Thanks to the two uncles' efforts, )
(the baby continues to smile.)
(In a studio filled with positive energy, )
(the most beautiful pictures are taken.)
Please smile.
Very good.
She is so good!
- Very beautiful! - There's nothing to ask for.
Look at me and smile!
(A big smile)
- It's almost automatic. - She smiles so well.
- She is so natural. - At the sound of the button.
We are done.
Did she do well last year too?
She did.
She's practically a model.
You first took a photo with Ra Hee three years ago.
I did.
When you saw the photo of the three of you for the first time,
how did you feel?
When I look at the photo,
I can tell I am a mom.
(When I look at the photo, I can tell I am a mom.)
I am no longer...
I am sad but happy at the same time.
Those are very different emotions.
I am so curious.
I couldn't stop crying after I had the baby.
I kept thinking about my mom.
About my own mother.
Thinking about how she gave birth to you?
My mom used to say, "You will know everything...
once you have your own child."
- They say that so often. - She did.
Once I had my child,
I understood what she meant.
You stood up!
You start to put your children first.
Because I am a mom. That's what moms do.
I am a daughter,
but I am also a mom.
I think about responsibilities as a mom.
I am sure it was the same for my mom too.
(A family...)
(is a continuation between a mother and her children.)
I am not sure how to say this.
But they are just happiness.
Just thinking about them makes me happy.
(He found someone.)
- What picture are you taking? - You don't care at all.
It's for my resume.
- For your resume? - Yes.
After raising my child for 10 years, I am looking for jobs again.
- Are you looking for jobs again? - Yes.
Is that so? Wow.
(Amazed)
You look like a newbie.
(It's as if everything returns to the beginning.)
What made you look for jobs again?
My child grew up.
And I feel like I should have a career too.
It would be nice if I can dedicate everything to my child,
but I need my life too.
Is that so?
Since you said it,
is there anything you would like to say to those...
who are looking for jobs again after a long break?
- I am not the right person, but... - Right.
Staying at home to take care of the kids for a long time...
can lower one's self-esteem.
One begins to doubt whether...
I can succeed again if I return to the workplace.
I haven't found my job yet,
but I think it's important that you try first.
- Thank you. - Sure.
(From a mother, )
(she changes to a person looking for jobs.)
(We will continue to root for your courage and dream.)
Were you here to restore a photo?
- Yes. - What kind of photo?
My mom's portrait.
- I sent this photo. - I see.
(Original photo)
This photo is really old and low in resolution.
True.
What led you to restore the photo? Did you have in mind for a while?
I don't have a lot of photos of her.
She took it 20 years ago at my wedding ceremony.
This is me.
- Is this... - Yes.
This was at my wedding.
This photo was the only salvageable one.
But this photo...
really looks like her when she was alive.
(After restoration, it really looks like her when she was alive.)
(She takes a moment to think about her mother.)
(A name we miss forever, "mother")
I think I am about to cry.
- Really? - I just thought of it.
- What did you think of? - My mother.
- Do you miss her? - Yes.
After restoration,
the photo looks clearer and more vivid.
- Maybe that's why you think of her. - True.
They recreated her face when she was alive.
- I am really touched. - I see.
- Is that why you were staring? - Yes.
When do you miss her the most?
When I'm having kimchi.
Why is that?
- Since she used to make it for me. - I see.
I've been married for quite a long time now,
but I'm still not as good as her when it comes to making kimchi.
- No matter how good you are... - Yes.
- And when I'm sick. - Okay.
She used to make beef radish soup whenever I was sick.
I feel like I get all better only if I could have that soup.
- But no one can cook it for me. - Gosh.
At those times, I really miss my mom.
If you could meet your mother, is there anything that...
you'd really want to tell her?
It's just that I don't think I was a good daughter.
Well, the thing is...
I didn't exactly tell her how I felt when she was around.
I want to tell her that I love her.
That I loved her.
(Mother, I love you.)
I'm glad that I came here.
(I loved you 20 years ago and I still do.)
(Another place that captures the moment)
(Sae Ho's photo studio specialized in black-and-white photos)
(Five family members are taking a family photo.)
Okay, perfect.
Stay still, 1, 2. Okay, just like that.
Yes, great.
- Well done. - That was great.
(The studio with happy energy)
We live in Korea,
and my mother-in-law came to see us during her summer vacation.
We wanted to do this from ages ago,
but it was tricky to get together at the same time for a family photo.
- We met in Paris. - I'd finished studying in Paris,
so my friends threw a farewell party for me.
My friends brought over their friends and...
there were so many random people. That's where we first met.
That's the story we met.
- Really? - Yes, that was it.
She looked very stylish at that time.
- She still looks very stylish. - Not now?
- At that time, she was... - She was...
(Even the moment of their lovers' quarrel...)
(was also successfully captured in the camera.)
(Today's memory is melting into one single black-and-white photo.)
(People who try to capture the moment of their own stories)
(Their lives will stay forever in these photos.)
90 percent of our customers are to capture their happy memories.
And 10 percent are people whose time will soon disappear.
Those people want to capture their moments.
There was this case.
One customer booked us saying it was for her older sister's photo shoot.
- Okay. - So she made a booking.
And it turned out she wanted to shoot a nude photo.
We were quite surprised too back then.
Anyway, I said okay.
On the shooting day, I found out...
her older sister had breast cancer.
Since her mastectomy was scheduled for the following week,
she wanted to keep the image of her older sister's body...
who was in her 40s. That's why her little sister booked us.
During the shooting on that day,
I realized how beautiful the body of a woman in her 40s could be...
for the first time in my life.
I still remember that time.
(The current moments are beautifully engraved on black-and-white film.)
That actually bugs me a little.
- The image keeps haunting me. - I see.
It keeps coming back during the day.
Actually, that was less than a month past...
- since my father had passed away. - Gosh, I see.
But the thing is,
we didn't even have a family photo.
I had to use...
the photo for his funeral, which was taken 10 years ago.
You know, I take thousands of photos for thousands of people.
That's the biggest regret I have.
(She didn't get a chance to take her own father's funeral photo.)
So when I see people coming to take a family photo,
especially, who bring their old parents.
When those people come to my studio,
I take their photos for free. The photos for their funeral.
That kind of moment is the hardest for me.
(She couldn't take the last photo of his father.)
(Now she captures other people's moments with remorse and regrets.)
Wait a moment.
(The afternoon when the time runs fast)
The picture I took itself was a square, right?
- Hello. - Hello.
- Come on in. - Hello, sir.
- Gosh, look who's here. - Hello.
- Kim Yong Myeong is here. - Are you here to take a photo?
Yes, for my funeral photo.
- Funeral photo? - Yes.
(Taking his funeral photo?)
Can I ask how old you are?
I'm 82 years old.
You look very healthy though.
Because I'm still immature.
- So you came for a funeral photo? - Yes.
- You've done your hair all nicely. - Yes, I have.
(He came to take his funeral photo with a big smile on his face.)
Why don't you cool down a bit?
(While he's cooling down...)
Why did you suddenly decide to take your funeral photo?
- I have a bad feeling. - Pardon?
I think it's the time.
Don't say that.
I can't stop coughing.
And my voice also has gotten hoarse.
I easily get dizzy.
That's what's going on to me.
I guess it's time to prepare for death. It's a natural thing to do.
Please don't say that.
People live up to 100 years.
Young people might live up to 100 years,
but I was born in the ancient time.
So not a chance for me.
Well, just because you are coughing and everything...
The truth is...
The doctor said I have prostate cancer.
I heard that when I went to the hospital for urinary problems.
They said I needed surgery, but I refused.
I don't want to give hard times to my children after I'm gone,
so I already had my coffin made...
and found the place to be buried.
It feels a little sad.
(It feels a little sad.)
- Right now... - Gosh, that's...
That's not something you should worry about.
No.
I don't want to be a burden for my children after I'm gone.
Even until the moment that I go into my grave.
That's not right, sir.
Well, the thing is...
I know you think what you've done is the best for your children.
That's your own way.
Actually, when my father was alive,
he suffered big time from liver cirrhosis.
He kept going to the hospital.
But it was worth it because he lived for years afterward.
If I stay in bed for a long time, it will only give them hard times.
Look, sir.
Until today, I have never bought anything on credit...
or borrowed money from others.
I'm not going to owe anyone until I die.
That's not like what you think.
I've been preparing for the day that I wanted to leave.
Today I am really lucky.
Because I was able to take a photo and also to meet you.
(The customer who he'd never met...)
(reminds him of his father.)
(His hands are getting busier.)
Is the necktie at the center?
- Yes, that looks perfect. - Okay.
(As if he was his own son, )
1, 2.
(he carefully looked after the customer.)
Hold on.
All right. You can come out now. It's all done.
Look at this. It's my uncle.
That's right.
He's my uncle.
Is your uncle Cardinal Kim Sou Hwan?
Yes, he was the big brother of my father.
My father was a priest.
I was born in Kaesong,
but when I came down to South Korea, I was adopted by a priest.
So I used to call him uncle.
- You mean Cardinal Kim Sou Hwan? - Yes.
So I'll probably...
end up somewhere nice like my father.
(I'll end up somewhere nice like my father.)
Anyway,
I really wanted to meet you in person.
Me?
What do you say you and I take a picture together?
I'd love to.
- Can you take a picture of us? - Two of you?
- He feels like my son. - All right.
How old are you now?
I'm 42 years old.
42 years old?
You're at the same age as my little son.
Yong Myeong, come here for a bit. Come this way.
In fact...
(If my father was alive, he'd be about your age.)
Right there, sir. You can sit over there.
- Okay. - Right there.
This looks better.
Okay, great.
Looking great.
In fact, when I go to...
country villages...
What is it?
The elderly men in country villages...
They are really happy to see me.
(Those elderly men remind him of his father.)
Well.
Now that you're crying,
I feel like I'm crying too, which is unusual.
(Unusually, tears well up in his eyes.)
- But seeing you like this... - Give me some tissue.
(The memory of his father...)
(was brought back by the fatherly figure.)
- Since Yong Myeong is crying... - I know.
Give him that.
Since Yong Myeong is crying,
I feel like my heart is torn apart.
But, after all,
he had such a great son like you.
(Your father must've been happy to have a great son like you.)
(Everyone has their own memories.)
Let's take a test shot. Yong Myeong, come on.
Just for a test.
Wait a moment. Just for a test.
(The relationship between father and son...)
I'll adjust the lighting for a bit.
(seems strange yet familiar and loose yet strong.)
(While he's turned into a mature adult...)
(who can finally understand his own father, )
(his father has always been...)
(staying the same in his vague memory.)
Hold on for a second. Stay still.
All right, looking good. 1, 2.
(Father's deep and great love toward his children)
- All done. You can come out now. - Gosh.
- Thank you very much. - Don't mention it, sir.
- Thank you for the photo. - It's my pleasure.
I hope you work hard...
and achieve everything you dream for.
Thank you so much.
(While sending off the customer who is at the end of his journey, )
(he was able to make...)
(a great memory about his own father.)
I think it's fine.
Before you go, would you like to take a picture of yourself?
Take one so that you can remember today's visit.
What kind of vibe do you want to show in this photo?
- A lovely vibe. - Lovely?
- That's right. - Make a lovely and cute face.
Why don't you try and smile broadly? You're so cute.
I look absolutely lovely. Mr. Lovely Boy.
Let's do it in a cool way.
In a cool way?
(Amazed)
This background makes better pictures.
- This background? - Yes.
1, 2.
(Taking a shot with a great tip)
Thank you for making a great memory. I'll keep this photo with me.
- Thank you. - Goodbye, sir.
(Sae Ho is facing his inner self.)
To be honest, I always hope that everyone likes me.
But my mother always says that I need to focus more on...
the people who love me right now and be good to them.
So I thought I should be nicer to those people and my fans...
who will see this picture.
I feel like I reset everything.
(Se Hyeong is deeply into taking his self-portraits by himself.)
Because no one was in front of me,
I didn't feel shy or embarrassed.
That's why my face in the photos looks very natural.
(Facing his new natural self)
Please come in this way.
(The first time shooting a photo for a resume)
Now I see why he was so nervous earlier.
- Really? - Standing here feels different.
You'll be alright.
You're looking great. Look at the camera. Okay.
Okay, well. Stop. That's good. Stay still.
Once more.
You can put that on your resume as it is.
(An amazing ID photo was made instantly.)
Thank you.
Look at the camera. Smile widely. Here we go. 1, 2.
Show your teeth.
(Wide-open)
- Try and laugh really hard. - Laugh?
(Laughing out loud)
The funny thing about him is, wait a moment.
(Let's laugh out loud.)
(Laughing)
Why is he laughing so hard?
(Encore!)
The way his eyebrow lifted is so funny.
- Is it done? - Well done.
(Today, )
(the cameras have captured...)
(many different people with different lives, )
(and different sides of their lives...)
(that they are going through today.)
Photos are just nothing.
But they are a great means to remember someone.
Your life history will be logged in those photos.
I find this process very interesting.
Yes, because there was a time I've tried to get a job too.
They get all tense and nervous when they're here,
so I always try to help them loosen up.
To be able to take a nice and natural photo as much as possible,
I try hard to put more effort and care into it.
For the past 50 years I've been doing this,
every time I come to work and turn on the machines,
I feel fresh and new.
"What concept do I have to try today to make customers happy?"
I think about that all the time. And I think that kind of attitude...
will help me get going in the future.
When we see our customers happy and satisfied with our work,
- we feel really happy too. - That's right.
And I don't think there's no other job like this.
- We can feel their joy right here. - That's true.
- So I'm really happy. - I see.
I feel thankful to be able to see them grow more and more.
I think it's rewarding.
And they even thank me for that.
I'm the one who should be thankful.
I like that they come back every year.
I'm very lucky.
(Today we've captured your day...)
(and recorded your history.)
(Live in Korea)
(On the other hand...)
Look at the camera. Well, take off your glasses.
- Why? - We'll put them on by the computer.
- By the computer? - Yes.
- Since they reflect the light, - I see.
- it might ruin the photo. - Okay.
Smile a little. Great.
(Instead, he lost the light in his face.)
(Sighing)
Are you fixing my teeth?
In the picture, gosh. Look at my teeth.
At this rate, I might get famous for great teeth.
This is too much.
It's a makeup filter to make you look younger.
Does it make my face look younger? Okay, let's put that on.
You just put someone else's chin on.
(Amazed)
It's done.
This is crazy. I almost look like an idol. Thank you.
(Trot for Yu)
(Yu Jae Seok turns into a trot idol?)
(With his angelic voice, )
(he issues a challenge to the trot world.)
(He has a very unique tone.)
(When I was a rookie singer, )
(I was not better than him.)
(With a good coach, )
(he will probably make a great song.)
(After intense tutoring sessions, )
(he obtained a technique that will make your heart melt.)
(You have a show to attend.)
(How could I?)
(From now on, )
(it gets real.)
(The decision on whether he has a possibility as a singer or not...)
(will be made on the crossroads.)
(Singer Yu San Seul?)
(What's the fate of Trot Singer Yu San Seul?)
(Next Saturday at 6:30pm)