Honest Candidate (2020) - full transcript
HONEST CANDIDATE
She has been the compass of my life.
My grandmother.
She said to me when my parents
passed away in my youth,
“Help those less fortunate,
and live honestly.”
She made a huge fortune
when her small plot of land
was bought up for development,
but she donated everything for society
and went to work in the market
with her ailing body.
At the time, I was fighting alone
against a massive insurance company.
Due to a fine print in the contract,
grandma’s cancer wasn’t covered
by the insurance.
Upon winning the unwinnable fight
against all expectations,
I went to the congress
with my grandmother's support.
She may have passed away,
but I will continue to carry her torch
and fight to create a better world.
An honest politician
who keeps her promise.
Candidate number one, Joo--
JOO SANG-SUK
Lower it.
Rewind it a bit.
Over there.
Can you emphasize that cross more?
Where's the cross?
We’ve been losing Christian votes lately.
That’s because you attended
a Buddhist ceremony recently.
-Exactly.
-We should’ve tightened the schedule then.
So that you could leave
as soon as possible.
Sorry about that.
Also, isn’t that shot
of kissing my husband a bit weird?
Weird.
Not weird.
It’s beautiful.
Married couples don’t kiss,
especially when they're sober.
Your image is leaning
towards the masculine side lately, so...
Remove it.
Okay, we’ll remove it.
Remove the kiss.
-Shall we call it a day?
-Yes, sir.
-Great work, everyone.
-Thank you.
Let’s do this.
-Candidate number one.
-Hooray.
Okay.
I'll get going.
-Mr. Park.
-Yes?
Let's keep it together.
I must maintain my dignity
as a fourth term incumbent.
Of course.
-No scratches, please.
-Sorry about that.
Careful, ma’am.
-Are you okay?
-Yeah, let’s go.
Ms. Joo, one moment.
What was that for?
It didn’t look worn out enough.
This side too.
Okay.
Ms. Joo is heading out.
Hello there.
I’m candidate number one Joo Sang-suk.
Candidate number one, Joo Sang-suk.
Hello, I’m candidate number one,
Joo Sang-suk.
Hello madame.
What do we get if we pick you?
I’ll do anything you ask.
Should I swap your hubby first?
Hello, I’m Joo Sang-suk.
I’m Joo Sang-suk
and my baptismal name is Maria.
Behind you.
May you attain nirvana.
CHURCH
It’s been so long, deaconess.
Gosh. I know, presbyter.
Have you been well?
CANDIDATE NUMBER 1 JOO SANG-SUK
HONEST CANDIDATE
You’re up against Candidate Nam, whom you
defeated by 12 votes 8 years ago.
Please make a comment on this please.
This is a Catch-22 question.
I should hold it in. Every word leads to
votes.
We’re debating over Hyuntan City’s
transformation into a city of science.
Candidates Shin and Candidate Nam
will get to question Candidate Joo.
You have a two-minute limit.
I have another question.
Who will maintain the facility
after the exposition?
With whose money?
Don’t you think you’re ignoring
the opinions of the taxpayers
who are worried that
their hard-earned money might be wasted?
Not at all, I’m listening very carefully.
Since you're my biggest detractor,
I’ll convince you by the end of today.
When I was a mayor, I approved
the takeover of Hyuntan University.
Thank you for that.
You helped revitalize it
with your Ok-hui Foundation.
Won’t you comment on its
shady financial dealings?
They say it’s used for money laundering.
Do you have any legal
grounds for that accusation?
-I’m giving you a chance--
-The word on the street is that
you made hundreds of thousands on stocks.
-Camera three, cut in.
-That's a groundless rumor...
Close-up on Nam’s annoyed face.
When will you respond to your son’s
dual citizenship issue?
Candidate Nam, please stay on the topic.
I still have time. Please wait.
Could you respond?
No, drag it out.
There’s nothing I’m ashamed of.
My entire fortune is
a 700 square feet apartment.
Ma’am,
I’m talking about your son right now.
The science department created
in my grandmother’s name
has taken in so many students
from very difficult backgrounds...
Gosh.
-Why...
-Candidate Joo, should we take a break?
Sorry, I became too emotional.
So many students have built
their dreams with Ok-hui scholarships.
How dare you use their dreams
for your own political gain?
-Me?
-I’m extremely
disappointed in you.
-That’s not what I mean--
-About the science city--
Candidates, your time has run out.
-You okay?
-The next topic of this first debate is
regional economic revitalization.
Great work today.
No one here works harder than you.
It was a great debate.
Let’s work together for a long time.
A long, long time.
Why isn’t anyone digging
into Ok-hui Foundation accusations?
It's been six years.
Easy, she’ll get elected only
if she doesn’t commit murder.
Let it go.
Sorry, I’m late.
Welcome. Come in.
Sit.
It was a fun debate, Candidate Nam.
For you, maybe.
Stressed husband, scolding wife.
What a chemistry.
I’m the one doing tricks,
but she gets all the votes.
Come on now.
After she wins her fourth term,
we’ll then go with
whatever you’re planning.
-No, I--
-However,
stop biting into the foundation.
You could get hurt.
I’m fond of that foundation.
I only did that
because she asked about my stocks.
You’re the stock market expert.
Did I hurt your feelings?
I’ll give you a gift.
It's a good scoop.
Buy Wy Logitech.
Get a loan if you have to.
Not ‘Y’, it’s ‘Wy’.
It’s not ‘Why’ either.
I know. 'Wy'.
Right, Wy.
I just bought you a house each.
Okay.
We still have to have
a fair fight like this.
So I can help you down the line.
All right, we’re now all in this together.
Cheers.
Buy me a building next time.
Gosh, you're so greedy.
What’s the point, love passes by
Like a shot arrow
Those memories were dazzling
And filled with sorrow
-Age is just a number
-Age is just a number
-But the heart is real
-But the heart is real
Go with your heart
By the way, how could you sing
your own campaign song?
Say good bye to sorrow
You live only once
-Love is a necessity
-Necessity
-Marriage is a choice
-Choice
Just follow your heart
Tears are bubbles of breaking up
Don’t be afraid of new love
Let's go!
Amor fati
He won’t let me have lunch
to hand out business cards.
Gwangjin district candidate is
giving out Hot 6 energy drinks.
I developed a tolerance
for Hot 6, it doesn’t work for me.
Hot 6 won't do.
You need something stronger.
The old fart runs marathons every weekend.
My knees are all busted.
That’s it? My wife left me.
-Really?
-I haven't been home for over a month.
My wife went to her parent's house.
Excuse me.
Wait. Hold on.
Just a moment!
Wait!
Just a moment!
Dang it, it’s in selfie mode.
It was 45N 8217, 45N 8217.
Hold on, hold on. Please.
I’ll pretend I didn’t see you,
so just be honest with me.
-Did he shoot with hidden cams?
-No.
Eight, two one... Wait!
Do any footages show faces?
It's 45N 8217, right?
Do any footages contain
Assemblywoman Joo's face?
Mr. Park, what's going on?
What's happening?
Please forgive me.
What company does he work for?
-He doesn’t know.
-Come on.
But I got the plate number.
It was 45N 8217.
If this blows up, are we all going down?
Mr. Kim, could you take care of this?
Hyuntan candidate number one Joo Sang-suk
Trusted candidate number one, Joo Sang-suk
Loyal candidate
Always thinking of Hyuntan City
Have faith in candidate number one
Joo Sang-suk
Candidate number one Joo Sang-suk
ANY ARTICLES?
NOTHING, DON'T WORRY.
I'M SCARED SHITLESS.
DANCE.
Where were you looking? Look what you did.
Gosh. That looks bad.
I’ll have to get you a new car.
How about a German car? A BMW?
What?
Give me the footage you shot yesterday
along with this car.
Who are you?
I had to run for congress.
Do you all remember?
When I was representing Hyuntan
in the congress and as a mayor...
Candidate number three Shin Ji-seon.
People’s Future Party,
candidate number three Shin Ji-seon.
Hello there.
-Welcome, Mr. Kim.
-I'm here.
-Kim Sang-pyo.
-This way, please.
-Kim Sang-pyo.
-Kim Sang-pyo.
Great work everyone.
I traded the hidden camera for the BMW.
-Kim Sang-pyo.
-Kim Sang-pyo.
Ms. Yoon, thank you so much.
I’ll treat you to some alcohol later.
Call me.
Candidate Joo Sang-suk.
I care deeply for her.
Vote for her once more.
-Kim Sang-pyo.
-Kim Sang-pyo.
Knee.
Hello, sir.
How’s your knee?
You remembered that?
I wish I could buy you some meds,
but it’s against the election law.
It’s all right.
Kindergarten waitlist.
So adorable.
How's your kindergarten problem...
Not her.
Are you still on the waitlist?
Yes. When you get elected,
please take care of this.
Trust me and have a second child.
She is my second child.
Good evening.
Honey.
-Hello.
-Honey.
It’s a great night, how about a round?
Sure, I will get my snickers.
Oh my, I forgot to get your shoes.
You fool.
Everyone, always be healthy.
I’m always like this.
-Good night.
-Yes, ma’am.
Have a good night.
Can I stop doing this?
I don’t even play badminton,
this is so annoying.
So many votes come from
the badminton club.
Every single damn day...
Only I can do this.
Sang-suk.
Do you not have a nose?
Yeah, Mom.
What? Sang-suk?
-Why?
-Have you gone mad?
Take it.
Yes, Mother.
I’m sorry for not picking up
the phone earlier.
I was too busy to pick up. The passcode?
When I fired the housekeeper, I changed...
I should’ve told you earlier.
What?
Soy sauce beef? We’ll eat it right away.
I love you.
Holy crap.
I got solicited so many times,
it was hard rejecting them.
You poor thing.
But we’ll have to do something
for my friend.
His daughter is having
a flight attendant test.
But she can’t speak English.
I told him we’ll help. Let's help her.
We’re capable of that, right?
Okay.
And that golf instructor,
he’s sick of the utility pole
in front of his house.
When he opens the windows,
the utility pole is right there...
-We’ll pull it out for him.
-Just pull it out.
Remember Yong-man? My college senior?
Just write me a list.
I've already written it down.
He wants to set up a gym
in the Blue House,
-and he wants our help.
-This girl...
She works well,
so give her a 500,000 won raise.
A 500,000 won raise?
If you got money, give it to me.
Or get someone who can speak Korean.
It drives me nuts.
Forget it, we can raise it later.
And this is from
my grandma’s younger sibling.
Is there a plan for
a Hoengseong subway station?
What was that?
Candidate number one Joo Sang-suk.
My gosh.
I’m here.
Are you sick?
Are you so giddy to lie that I’m dead?
Don’t lie that you’re sick
and fetch me, I’m busy.
That’s why I called you at night.
To avoid traffic.
Where are you going? You’re an accomplice.
I was going to shut the door.
Asshole, this isn’t Burger King.
You said to come quickly.
I’m done hiding out.
-That again?
-Why?
They’re building a ski resort here.
I need to move out.
I will find another secluded spot.
Somewhere warm with a good view.
You rotting pieces of shit.
Grandma, please.
You’re the one who ran off
a day before the election with a note.
You said you would ‘return to nature’,
so we all thought you went off to die.
You should’ve corrected everyone.
You maintained the lie for sympathy votes.
I should’ve come out then.
Fine.
Let’s come out and confess.
And I'll get arrested for
spreading false information.
That’s seven years of imprisonment,
ten years of license suspension,
and a fifty million won penalty.
Do we have to keep lying until we die?
I saw a bit of kindness in you
when you were young, but not now.
There is, there really is,
but you can’t see it
since your eyes are bad.
I checked up on you, so I’ll leave now.
You’re not in contact with
your old friends, right?
That’s what you worry about?
-Sang-suk.
-Yeah?
You came so far. Take this and eat.
What is it?
Grandma.
Joo Sang-suk, candidate number one.
Take this and suck on it.
Gosh!
Why did you even call me?
Are you okay?
My shoe.
It’s ruined.
Are you okay?
Ms. Joo, hop on.
I’ll just walk.
Let me just put away my phone.
Ms. Joo...
I didn’t get much exercise.
-Ms. Joo.
-Forget it.
No, no, there.
Stay here for a bit. I’ll head down
and bring back an umbrella and shoes.
Put this on.
I’ll be right back.
Get me elected for the fourth time.
I didn’t donate my whole fortune
to get anything in return,
but you know that, right?
And I want to become
a famous politician...
Forget about my ticket to heaven.
Use all my deeds on Sang-suk.
...known to people all over the country.
Make her grow up and be kind.
Please make her stop lying.
Please.
What is this?
Hui-cheol!
Mom just called.
She wants us to visit her for a meal.
That hag.
Huh?
Yeah?
What did you just say?
Did you just call my mom a hag?
Sorry, I get irritated whenever
your family is mentioned.
I hate that hag.
What?
What’s with me?
Still, don’t talk about her
first thing in the morning.
Hey.
Don’t you "hey" me. I’m older than you.
Are you nuts?
You always wanted to sound
younger than I am.
Gosh...
What’s wrong with me?
Sir, could I reposition
the camera a little bit?
Sure.
The camera's at the perfect angle
to make her double chin a meme online.
It goes up quite high.
Could you make the lights a bit brighter?
This lighting will accentuate
her crow's feet.
-Sure.
-I brought drinks for all.
Purple is our party color. Right here.
Great work everyone.
Is this it?
-Good morning.
-Hello there.
I’m a big fan, Mr. Jang.
Ms. Joo had always wanted
to be a guest on Forest of News.
Really? I thought she didn't do
current affairs?
Right.
I got a peek at the script.
You don’t go off script, right?
Well, that depends on
how the interview goes.
Right.
This part here,
I think we should remove it.
-I understand.
-Okay.
And you don’t do R-rated
jokes and such, right?
-We don't have time for that.
-Yes, I know.
And could I trouble you not to bring up
the mayoral and presidential elections?
You're being quite excessive.
Please have a good interview.
-Hello.
-Hello.
You must be a little nervous
since we're live on the air.
Yes. I guess it will feel similar if I was
on TV for a presidential election.
You've mentioned the presidential election
from the very start of the interview.
That was quite an honest answer.
Since it’s on the table,
may I ask some hard questions?
Like how many times we do it a week?
How many times do we do it?
Do what, Candidate Joo?
What’s with her?
I think you’re the first candidate
to make R-rated jokes here.
Only adults can vote, after all.
As you see,
she can be quite feisty at times.
What's the use
when we've been platonic for years?
Our home is the friend zone
national headquarters.
And I'm the director there!
Candidate Joo, have some cold water.
-Yes.
-Okay.
Am I hearing things?
Lots of comments are being posted
in real-time.
“Is Assemblywoamn Joo drunk or high?”
“Is this a hidden camera prank?”
and so forth.
Do you usually read
the comments made about you online?
Not at all.
I don’t read a word of anything
ever since I won my third term.
I even have my aides read the menu for me.
Come on now.
Cut to the music.
We will return after some music.
This is Jang Deok-jun’s Forest of News.
What did she just say?
Is this a strategy?
So, are you planning to run for president?
Yes, I should be a president
at least once.
What is this?
Is she on Saturday Night Live?
You said you’ll make it happen.
You told me it's possible because it's me.
Did I say that?
I don’t think I can go home today.
CANDIDATE NUMBER 1 JOO SANG-SUK
I’m absolutely certain.
I can’t talk the way I want to.
Words usually come from the brain,
but it feels like
they're coming out of my ass.
It’s not like your words are shit.
No, they totally are.
I can’t control my sphincter.
Stop being so vulgar.
And put your shoes on.
We are in an enclosed space.
Do you not have a nose?
Why are you ignoring it?
I have rhinitis, so it’s fine.
Says the guy
who farts in bed all the time.
Do I not have a nose? Is your gut rotting?
What’s with you?
I’m sorry. I can’t lie for some reason.
It's probably because she's been
under a lot of stress lately.
-And for you, sir--
-He’s unemployed. Don’t call him that.
What? Unemployed?
You have to attend a kimchi-making event.
Isn’t that for wives of the candidates?
What do you take me for?
Useless unemployed good-for-nothing!
What? Is that how you see me?
-Yes.
-What?
Don’t cry.
I’m not. I’m not crying.
You are, you cry baby.
You’re old enough. Stop whining.
Ma’am, you should save
your words until you calm down.
I’m getting out of here.
-Honey.
-Let go.
You should still go make some kimchi
while I ask nicely.
Sir!
Don't call me that!
I’m unemployed!
I caused an uproar online, haven't I?
Yes, you’ve made the top trending topic.
It was so frigging goddamn hard
getting on that list before.
Ma’am, please filter your words.
Remember the fourth term dignity?
Filter.
Assemblywoman Joo!
Go away, you freak.
Get away from me, I’m sorry.
We will see you again soon.
Thank you for coming.
Ma’am, you made some
strong comments earlier.
Would you like to follow-up?
We will send out a separate press release.
For the presidential election...
Candidate Joo’s autobiography
is on the store’s main stage.
My Grandmother’s Dream.
Here.
Hello, Ms. Joo.
I had a great time reading it.
Could I get an autograph?
You did? Even I haven’t read it yet.
Ms. Joo, please autograph
the inside page.
-Name?
-Pardon?
Your name.
Oh, it’s Lee Ae-rin.
"Honesty and sweat will never betray you".
That line really touched me.
Yes, honesty and sweat
indeed doesn't betray you.
Never ever.
Thank you for coming.
Is that good? We’ll see you over there.
My head’s itchy.
AE-RIN, WILL HONESTY AND SWEAT REALLY
NEVER BETRAY YOU? JOO SANG-SUK
It’s over here.
I came to support a mega bookstore
opening in our district.
I should probably say that it'll be a wave
of fresh air in the publishing world.
But when people get smarter,
that’s bad news for us politicians.
Sorry, that was so funny.
That was a joke.
Your autobiography is ranked first place
on the politics bestseller list.
Why do you think
it’s a hit with the public?
We hired part-timers to buy everything up.
Ms. Joo, stop joking. It’s too much.
Gosh. I'm sorry. It's just too funny...
Ms. Kim. Next question, please?
Yes. I’m sure you were very busy.
How long did it take you
to write the book?
KEEP YOUR MOUTH SHUT
NO TALKING
Skip the question.
That’s...
GET IT TOGETHER
THIS IS A WAR ZONE. STOP IT
I didn’t write it.
My ghostwriter wrote it.
PLEASE
Ten million won for three months.
SHOCKING REVELATION
BY HYUNTAN CANDIDATE JOO
Honey, it’s done.
It’s all over. We’ll have to go back
to our hometown.
What’s wrong with you?
Why can’t you do it? Entertaining fluff.
This mouth isn’t mine.
Then whose mouth is it?
Say “I’m actually a man.”
I wish I was a man.
I would get less shit then.
I’m a servant for the people.
People are my servants.
Thirst-quencher for the people,
a servant for the people, Joo Sang-suk!
You know I’m not a people’s servant.
You have really become brazen.
Sang-suk.
Is it true that you’ll buy me
a car after the election?
A used car.
Why did she suddenly change her character?
I know, Nam Yong-seong is the crass one.
She was closely with the commissioner
of the financial committee back then,
and that’s when she became rich.
It’s still only the cost of a house.
More than meets the eye.
-Where you going?
-I miss her so much.
Are you going to dig into her?
Wouldn’t it be fun?
Give Unanswered Questions a scoop.
My friend’s a producer there.
No, it’s mine.
She’s using utilities.
So she really lives here?
It’s been a long day.
I know.
I canceled all upcoming events.
That’s good.
Not campaigning will be
more beneficial to win.
What should I tell Mr. Kim?
I don’t know. Make something up.
When shit hits the fan,
I’ll assign it to my underlings,
and I’ll just go off somewhere,
get drunk, sleep and wait
until you clean it all up.
Maybe I should kill myself.
That’s what I’m thinking right now.
CANDIDATE NUMBER 1 JOO SANG-SUK
Not coming?
Coming.
She took off the wig, and it became
the top trending search word.
"Ten million won for three months."
Please don’t say anything.
Ms. Joo, your hair looks great.
Right? Honey, how about a game?
We always play--
-She doesn’t want to play.
-I see.
Sir.
Her bag.
Please play, I mean, get some rest.
I got you.
They’re all shaky.
Dammit.
The dashcam...
RECORDED FILES
The first one.
Pass, pass.
What is this?
You think I’m a joke?
Like I’m worth less than dog shit.
Embarrassing me in front of the neighbors.
Wash your hands before bitching.
You smell nasty.
It's because
I’ve been making kimchi all day.
I can’t get the hot pepper smell
out of my hands.
Stop your moaning.
You do one thing for the campaign
and you keep moaning.
So this is the new you? Hey mom.
Welcome.
Your fridge’s empty.
Why didn’t you call ahead?
Can I not drop in?
An intruder...
What...
Did I hear that right?
-No, you heard me--
-Oh, she meant strudel.
I had a craving for a strudel.
I came to drop off some side dishes.
You were all over the news.
I was a bit worried.
You should worry on your own.
What?
Wait, Mom.
She’s really sick right now.
Do you not have any respect
for your mother-in-law anymore?
You’re still my daughter-in-law.
-What are you doing?
-Mom. Wait. Please.
Don’t you walk away from me
when I'm talking to you.
Goddamn hag.
No way, is she pregnant--
Hag-in-law.
-Hag-in-law.
-You’re pregnant?
You have to impregnate me to get pregnant.
Your semen isn’t micro dust,
I can’t get pregnant over the air.
I’ve had it. Come sit down.
We need to talk.
Wait.
-Let’s talk.
-Hold on, Mom.
You will regret it.
Spill your guts
if you got something to say.
I’m not a stubborn person.
Let’s have a frank conversation.
A frank conversation?
I should just go die.
Even so, don’t you think
that was too much?
Should I just sever ties with her?
Don’t say anything.
What did you say?
Did you badmouth her again?
No. I said she won’t come around
for a while. I’m so happy.
So happy.
I’m so happy.
So, so happy.
You’re nuts.
You’ve gone insane.
-Candidate number one Joo Sang-suk.
-Candidate number one, please vote.
-Please drink this.
-Thank you.
Your approval ratings dropped
by seven points.
I know, you old fart.
What?
Mr... Fart...
Mr. Kim?
Old Mr. Fart!
Whatever, you old fart.
To have this kind of constant pattern
is to have a logical mechanism.
NEUROPSYCHIATRY DOCTOR JEON GI-PPEUM
It could be caused by
something non-medical--
So what does she have to do?
I’ll prescribe some meds,
so take the meds and get plenty of rest.
Eat properly
and don’t get stressed, right?
-Yes.
-Seriously?
Say you can’t fix it and save me the time.
Honey.
You're the one who should be hospitalized.
Your hat.
Thank you.
So annoying. Speak faster.
Two, two.
One.
Nurse Kim, get cupping ready,
and bring the extra-large needles.
-Something much bigger.
-Nurse Kim, please hurry.
Bring them over quickly.
Don’t move.
-I'll make sure it won't hurt.
-Use acupuncture to paralyze her.
My poor Sang-suk.
Who...
You got a tongue paralysis.
Mom?
How could you not recognize me?
Dad?
Dad. Dad.
My baby.
It’s me, your grandma Ok-hui
who's in heaven.
I raised you so preciously.
-Grandma?
-Yes.
Let’s go.
Where are you going?
-Should we look for another shaman?
-Send your payment please.
I told you to get
the payment first, dammit.
That shaman said I could
become the president.
Can we get through this storm?
Bring in a captain
who can steer us through this.
When everyone shunned Mr. Han
during his presidential run,
he stayed by him until the end.
A loyal kingmaker.
He’s a Harvard graduate and a strategist,
who focuses on election campaigns.
He's too good to just fade away.
He’s waiting. Could we hurry a little?
I’m not sorry for being late.
I’ll be absolutely direct.
I can’t lie at all.
That’s a good girl.
If you can help me
get through this election,
consider your retirement fully secured.
I have enough money to last until I die.
-Bull.
-What?
Ball. Cheese balls? Are you hungry?
-Bring her some snacks.
-Right, cheese balls.
I’ll go to the store and...
But why does my comeback
have to be through your mess?
We brought some puer tea from China.
Please have some.
Oh no. It must be hot.
-I’m sorry.
-It’s not hot.
It cooled off.
Why does it have to be you?
I’m the only one
who asked for your service.
Right? That’s what you said.
Attention.
Our consultant, Mr. Lee Un-hak is here.
CANDIDATE NUMBER 1 JOO SANG-SUK
Campaign strategies, press kits,
pledge and support base analysis,
just the essentials.
Smells good.
I love the scent of election
more than anything.
We would like to minimize her appearances.
That’s not good.
An election is a show.
Its star must be seen.
How’s Candidate Nam doing?
He’s catching up,
but he won’t play dirty.
We have an agreement.
He probably went with the alternative
since he knows he can’t win dirty.
If there’s a possibility for him to win,
he’ll do anything.
Start the vacuum. We need to suck up
every vote we can get.
Korea is one blood.
It means we all know each other.
LEE CHUN-GEOL
Have you been well, Chairman?
It’s been so long.
Look who it is.
Are you back in politics?
It seems so.
Who are you backing this time?
Joo Sang-suk of Hyuntan, sir.
Our clansmen support Joo Sang-suk.
Hooray, Joo Sang-suk.
FC HYUNTAN MORNING SOCCER CLUB
-Candidate number one, salute.
-Salute.
We got the photo.
2. USE THE NEGATIVE
When was this taken?
Joo Sang-suk, you bitch.
Hey. I told you not to take this road.
Did Mrs. Ok-hui sacrifice her life
for the campaign?
Why did she die during
the campaign period?
I look really bad in this.
And why does she look like a saint here?
3. CHANGE THE FRAME
The related search terms
have changed like this.
From ‘Candidate Joo divorce’
to ‘Candidate Joo friendzone.’
He came here too? How diligent.
Who will you choose?
I don’t know, you?
That funny lady who took off her wig.
What was her name?
CANDIDATE NUMBER 1 JOO SANG-SUK
Remember my wig? This is my hair.
-Please vote for me.
-Thank you.
Hello. Ten million won for three months.
It's Joo Sang-suk.
-Please vote for me.
-Thank you.
To help her son avoid military service,
Candidate Joo gave birth to him abroad.
Now, her son can’t be located
even by the prosecutors and the cops.
Nam Yong-seong, that bastard.
He didn’t even go halves on the BMW.
Did he screw us over?
-Hello.
-Hello.
I told him not to drag
Eun-ho into this, dammit.
Mr. Bong, we need your help.
I was told to hole up somewhere
until my mom got elected.
Since you’ll get photographed,
it’s good to get a trim.
Natural’s good, and so is wild.
You got all that good looks thanks to me.
Am I right? Say something.
Gosh...
You’re being too careful.
It’ll be summer soon. Go breezy.
Say what?
Go breezy. Let’s shave it.
-Shave it?
-Shave it.
-It’s nice.
-Gosh.
-Hey.
-Damn.
No.
You need to go to the military.
Clipper. The clipper.
Hurry.
Eun-ho.
Wait, come on now.
Why do I need to be drafted?
I’m going to live as an American citizen.
You’re not an American,
you’re totally a Korean.
My soul will be crushed if I get drafted.
So leave your soul here.
And take the body there.
Don’t say ‘fuck’ to your dad.
What in the world?
What am I doing?
I got you.
Be a good son, just once.
Hold still, your ear may get cut.
Resent your mom.
How amazing.
You live such complicated lives.
So be an amazing son.
Other guys get exempted so easily.
You can’t even do that for me?
My son, you’ve really turned out
to be such a jackass.
Which do you prefer? The special force
or the marine corps? I’ll make it happen.
Gosh.
If you send me off to the military,
I’ll quit college.
How can I make music
when you've crushed my soul?
I’ll end up useless like dad.
Your mom’s going places
because I support her.
It's either the Korean military or
the Berklee College of Music.
I’ll give you 100 million won
after military service.
Yes, mother.
There's 540 days in 18 months,
so it’s 200,000 won per day.
Think of it as a part-time job.
Give me more. Hazard pay.
I’ll be risking my life
to protect this country.
He knows how to negotiate.
If he works for foreign affairs,
he’ll get us more territory.
Let’s say, 300 million won.
-Deal.
-Deal.
Me too. I want 300 million won, too.
It’s so hard being a caring husband.
No, I want three billion won.
His service is only two years,
but I have to do this for life.
Mother. Come to think of it,
I think 500 million won would do--
Stop it.
Forget it. I’ve had it.
-Screw you both.
-Wait, what are you doing?
Did you think you could exploit me?
I’ve had it.
-Today is your funeral. Come here.
-Oh, jeez.
Stop.
I should’ve died last time.
Mom.
Why did I bother bringing this?
You got my hubby to cut my son’s hair.
From now on, don’t make decisions
without consulting me.
It will be a voluntary enlistment.
Just read what’s written there.
PRESS CONFERENCE STATEMENT
ON JOO SANG-SUK'S MATERNITY TRIP
I can’t.
Why not?
Some of it isn't true.
How could you not know
that this would come back to haunt you?
It’s just military service.
You were dumb to avoid it.
You live off taxpayer’s money.
Why take a maternity trip?
It wasn’t a maternity trip.
I didn’t even give birth.
Eun-ho’s birth mother gave birth
to him in the States.
Do you really have to do this?
I made a big deal out of it,
and I can’t refuse to have
a press conference right now.
What if I say I didn’t
give birth to Eun-ho?
He’ll get hurt.
That’s what you’re worried about?
I may not have...
I may not have given birth to him,
but he’s my child.
What was that? Where you going?
I’ll get some more ice.
She’s a good woman.
He’s going to kill me.
I would like to respond to
accusations of my son’s
dual citizenship and...
-Camera. The camera.
-Ms. Joo, are you okay?
Ms. Joo.
Please call 911.
Hold on.
So it’s all settled with
voluntary enlistment?
Yes, ma’am.
Candidate Joo’s son who is
in the midst of a controversy
isn’t her biological son?
Right.
His biological mother
gave birth to him in USA,
and Candidate Joo’s camp is yet
to give an official statement.
Lee Un-hak, that backstabbing bastard.
Where is that bastard?
People say weird things when they’re sick.
Doctor. Please help.
She needs help.
There she is. Candidate Joo.
She’s being discharged early
for the election.
She stated that she won’t
use her family for her campaign.
It’s a thoughtful statement,
not as a politician but as a mother.
People are praising her for raising
her stepson as her own son.
Ma’am, I’ll take you to your apartment.
Skip it, my boy must be in shock.
But there’s a protocol--
Just go.
Yes, ma’am.
Why are they splitting up?
HBS
PRESS
Eun-ho.
It’s still cold in April.
Why are you in the pool?
Are you in shock?
I’m really sorry. I’m the sinner.
Mom.
I didn’t want you to find out like this.
Son.
Eun-ho, you know how much
I love you, right?
I knew you didn’t give birth to me.
-What?
-What?
You knew?
Why didn’t you say anything?
You’re doing important work.
I didn’t want you to worry.
He’s so thoughtful.
It’s okay.
Why you little...
Since when did you know?
-When I was eight?
-Eight? How?
You told me when you were drunk.
-Me?
-Yeah.
I did?
“Your mom is someone else.
She’s my first love.
So beautiful, unlike someone.”
You told me when you were drunk.
Did I say anything else?
Honey, are you okay?
You’re fine, right? I was so worried.
What is it, baby?
My darling Sang-suk, I--
Go kill yourself.
Honey. Baby.
Baby, listen to me. You’re my everything.
Help!
Mom!
Can you take care of my visa
and find me a better job?
What?
You should do that at the very least.
I’m sabotaging my job.
You speak Korean so well.
But you didn’t learn
to speak respectfully?
Everyone speaks so rudely,
so I didn’t get to that.
Let me apologize on everyone’s behalf.
It’s fine, everyone’s older than me.
The lady of the house...
She said she’d give me a 500,000 won
raise, but she didn't. That bitch.
Bitch?
Who built the Mangmi pedestrian overpass?
Joo Sang-suk did.
Who built the Black Hole Park
in Sumi District?
Joo Sang-suk?
Thank you so much.
I have a question.
Is it true that Taewon Life subsidiary
built the overpass and the park?
It’s Candidate Shin.
Where did you hear about
such a juicy scoop...
Didn’t you fight against them
over insurance claim?
I can’t say that’s not true.
Cue. Cue.
Since you’re here, sing a song for us.
Right, a song.
Why are you bursting into a song?
Hyuntan candidate number one Joo Sang-suk
Excuse me.
Trusted candidate, Joo Sang-suk
HYUNTAN HOUSEWIFE SINGING CLASS
Did you partner up with Taewon?
Gosh...
You said our city’s economy and reputation
will improve after the exposition.
-That’s
-The microphone...
all bullshit.
Then why did you push for it?
Because Taewon bought a ton of Wy shares.
There’s a bomb.
What? Wy?
I put most of my stuff here.
-This is my last batch.
-Why didn’t I eat this earlier?
What a waste.
Gosh.
Why are you taking that back?
This isn’t from Taewon.
What about kimchi that they gifted?
Isn’t it a gift of love?
Reject the love.
If it’s from Taewon,
everything must go back.
Where are the golf clubs?
How could I return used goods?
That’s not the problem here.
Even an undie could lock you up.
Not my undies...
Is it washed?
This house is rented to you by Taewon.
I know. We’ll move out.
Why are you lashing out at me?
Like Mr. Lee said,
return these and donate the rest.
You were good at this back then.
I had it washed. It’s a clean pair.
You got any undies?
If you got some, bring them out.
I was going to flip out, but it’s
good to see that I’ve gained points.
Since it turned out this way,
let’s go double on your honesty.
What do you think
people will expect from you now?
Something stronger?
Or something more potent?
Or something more insane?
A gentle image can't be used now,
and trying to recover from it
is pointless.
Do what people want to see.
CANDIDATE NUMBER 1 JOO SANG-SUK
Attention, please.
We’ll be adjusting our catchphrase.
NATION’S MOST HONEST POLITICIAN
HONEST CANDIDATE
HONEST CANDIDATE
CANDIDATE NUMBER 1 JOO SANG-SUK
CANDIDATE NUMBER 1 JOO SANG-SUK
That’s what elections are like
We all wonder,
‘Will my vote make a difference?’
We all doubt ourselves
But don’t give up
It’s for the good of all
For a better tomorrow
Be thorough
Candidate number one Joo Sang-suk
Honest candidate
Candidate number one Joo Sang-suk
Honest candidate
What’s there to say?
Everyone. Isn’t my son a cutie?
-Yes.
-Yes.
He’s going to serve in the military.
I really didn’t want to send him away.
If one says senior welfare
is populism, he’s one of two things.
A self-centered wealthy person
or a politician--
Yes, wealthy people and
politicians are the same breed.
Aren’t you scared of
the growing life expectancy?
Will you just trust
the uncertain national pension?
There’s something fishy if the government
tells you to relax, no?
Candidate Joo,
it’s not your time to respond.
Candidate Joo, are you joking?
No, I’m not.
I’m saying what you said is correct...
I need a bathroom break.
I’ve been holding for a while,
and I’m wearing white.
-What? Really?
-My apologies.
Go with archival footage.
Seniors' welfare or whatever.
Get the camera running. Camera two!
I need baby wipes. I need to poop.
Candidate Nam, what’s your opinion
on the aging generation?
Next topic is about Hyuntan’s...
The wealthy and politicians
are the same breed.
-This is how we joke.
-Friendzone. It’s nuts.
Isn’t she refreshing being so honest?
Please support her. We’re riding high.
KIMCHI
When will I get a role in Surprise?
I’m looking into it.
I’ll kill you if you backstab me.
CANDIDATE NUMBER 1 JOO SANG-SUK
BETTER THAN MOST POLITICIANS.
HER FACTS ARE SO DIGESTIBLE.
Candidate number one Joo Sang-suk.
-It’s really important
-Very important
Candidate number one Joo Sang-suk
Citizens of Hyuntan.
Being rich doesn’t buy you happiness.
But it’s so cool
to toss a Chanel bag in your Ferrari
and cry in your Ferrari.
I’ll make you live in a rich neighborhood.
Why?
Can’t a politician speak with conviction?
Is it a crime to be honest?
HONEST CANDIDATE
Who is that?
Her son attempted suicide
for getting low grades.
What? Could you look into it?
Well, Mr. Kim ordered us
not to look into it.
I’m really sorry to say this, but...
You have a month to live.
Are you okay?
Stupid micro dust.
I’m not going to die.
He’s been saying that for eight years now.
Indeed.
I think I’m getting used to hearing that.
Do you have any prescriptions?
Why? Want me to quit them
and die as soon as possible?
No, how could you say that?
Here.
Stop coming by.
You’re not even my grandson.
I’m your legal grandson.
Laws are thicker than blood nowadays.
I’m Kim Hye-rin, not Kim Ok-hui.
Sorry for making you change your name.
It’s okay, Hye-rin is a stylish name.
Hello.
I’m HBS’ Kim Jun-yeong.
They claimed that it’ll be the new MIT
and drove up the admissions.
Look, the son of defense minister.
He paid one billion won to get in.
Hyuntan’s push for science city
started with Ok-hui Science College.
It’s rotten from the core.
You’re really not going to send this up?
I’m going to report it myself.
You crazy attention seeker.
If you’re going to go big, do it properly.
I know.
How do I blow this up?
-By eating.
-What?
To put it simply,
‘S’ inherited grandma Ok-hui’s image
as the good Samaritan,
and started the Ok-hui Foundation.
Claiming to do good work,
she took bread left and right.
With that, she bought a college
for dirt cheap.
100 MILLION WON
Then, she put a new name to it
and reorganized it. Why?
Korea’s got a ton of
smart but poor students.
The college gathered them, saying
they’ll give a hundred million breads,
like this and this.
Like this.
They increased the value
of the school like that,
and then accepted children
of VIP families.
Taking a billion bread each from them.
A billion.
What? My school?
But the problem is,
those who paid to get in
gets higher grades.
Then what about the smart kids?
So as soon as
the smart students reported this problem,
they got F's!
They got scholarships to get in,
but because of the punitive scholarship
system, they'd get in trouble.
Like this, so much bread was coming in,
-with so little going out.
-The college must be loaded.
As a result, they’re
sitting on 150 billion bread.
One hundred and fifty billion?
Are they insane?
Son of a...
ADJUSTING THE SCREEN
‘S’, I mean ‘SS’.
What’ll you do with all these bread?
Or have you stashed them already?
Can a small time local reporter
make such accusations?
As the station chief,
you can’t control him?
You really had an interesting life.
Arrange a press conference
and respond to this.
That’ll only fan the fire.
She can’t lie at all.
Please send a statement on our behalf.
That’s why we brought you in.
A fact assaulter can’t explain herself
when she’s accused?
I don’t care if you cry, kneel, or beg.
You have to do it yourself.
Will you go down known as a scammer?
Mr. Lee...
Kim Sang-pyo, answer me.
Hurry up.
Want me to stop paying your salary?
Sir, Assemblywoman Joo’s calling,
what should we do?
If a tail gets stepped on,
cut off the tail, not the foot.
Is crashing into cars
the only thing you know how to do?
My apologies.
Hey.
Take out all of
the Ok-hui Foundation documents.
I’m sorry.
Do you have noodles for a brain?
If this is true,
it’s an amazing exclusive.
Jeez, 150 billion won?
Ok-hui went all out.
Ok-hui’s reputation is over now.
The door is closing.
-Ma’am?
-Yes?
Where are you going?
What?
Which floor? You haven’t pushed it.
Fourth... I mean, fifth floor.
Fifth floor.
JAMAICA HEALTH CLUB
THE ONE WHO KEEPS HER PROMISE
Are you nuts? How could you come here?
You’re the crazy one.
You used my name
to eat up 150 billion won?
Tell me I’m wrong.
Shoot me with your red lies.
Say it out loud.
Who knew my prayers would be so effective?
Why did you have to make that stupid wish?
Why should I get
your permission to make a wish?
Ask me first next time.
My heart breaks whenever I see this.
Why did the lightning strike here?
I built this for eight years.
Did you build this because of me?
Of course, I did.
For you to grow up.
Do we need to bow every time?
If you weren’t my grandchild...
Kim Ok-hui?
Since you caused this,
you should return things back to normal.
DAEHAN PARTY LEADER
KIM SANG-PYO
It’s all my fault.
People of Hyuntan, you all know that
I cannot turn Hyuntan
into the best city in Korea.
Please take back my wish.
Please let her stop saying weird things.
I’m begging you, please help.
Just let her live like a normal person.
What do we do now?
You should go home first.
Hui-cheol will take you home.
I’m sorry for giving you the idea
to become a politician.
Right, I said I didn’t want to at first.
I thought you’d do good,
not rot like this.
I didn’t rot.
You did. You smell so moldy.
Go.
I should.
My legs.
My baby, I feel so bad for you.
She started the foundation
with good intentions.
She saw herself in those poor students.
We should get you a new house soon.
How’s your room, ma’am?
I can write tons of apology letters.
Just get over here.
Did you sell me out?
Why should I have a good time with her?
Why can’t we have a good time,
Mr. Kim Jun-yeong?
I’ll be absolutely direct.
Could you stop digging
into the Ok-hui Foundation?
No, I can’t.
I asked too much upfront.
I simply wanted to help the poor students
by taking a wealthy corporation’s money.
Is that a crime? Robin Hood did the same.
You really think you helped them?
Okay, let’s say you didn’t know.
Then who took all that money?
I’m not confident about that.
Drink, I make the best cocktail
in Yeouido.
I have something to give you.
Hold on, let’s see.
Eat this too.
Do you know what happened
to the scholarship students?
Sang-suk.
Why didn’t you want to know?
Are you really rotten?
Are you?
CANDIDATE NUMBER 1 JOO SANG-SUK
There he comes.
Why did you decide to split
with Candidate Joo?
Please say a word on this.
We’re splitting up due to
the difference in strategies.
When will you send out a proper statement?
Do you really have to do this?
I love to make pancakes. Flipping them
always puts a smile on my face.
You screwed me over eight years ago
thanks to your grandmother.
Now it’s your turn.
Which hospital was it?
I saw that she has a stylish new name.
It's unforgivable to lie about
the death of your parents in Korea.
Your political career is over.
Why didn’t you tell me?
You can't be seen here.
It will be better for you to blame me
for not letting you know about it.
Doesn’t matter.
Nam Yong-seong knows everything.
So what?
Why is he threatening us
instead of going to the media?
It's because he hasn’t found
any evidence yet.
Legally, she’s my grandmother,
and they can’t check her face
because she’s in the ICU.
No one will believe that.
Why do you think I'm still on your side?
Could it be that you have feelings for me?
No!
I knew that.
You didn't have to deny it so strongly.
When you said that even the poor
deserve to receive an apology,
you looked like Joan of Arc.
“Wow, so this is what she's made of.
She makes it possible for poor people
like us to make a difference.”
Since then,
I kept supporting you without question
through this shit hole that is politics.
I wasn’t ashamed or scared
of becoming shit stained.
I got this far just for you alone.
Stop being so honest.
It’s getting on my nerves.
Everyone in our campaign
has bet their lives on you.
So do your best.
I’ll protect grandma.
RESTRICTED AREA
Grandma.
Candidate number one, Joo Sang-suk.
Good luck.
Okay.
Grandma, I’m sorry.
Please give me one more chance.
I became a politician 12 years ago
while fighting an insurance company
who made the poor cry
with deceptive fine prints.
I earned the nickname ‘thirst-quencher’
and my grandmother was very proud of me.
Ma’am.
Could you tell me your name?
Can you say your name?
Check her vitals.
But I've become rotten to the core.
If you give me one more chance,
I’ll go back to how I was back then,
and I'll try my best.
I’ll right the wrong.
My dear Sang-suk.
Help her grow up, please.
Please.
CANDIDATE NUMBER 1 JOO SANG-SUK
Why are you doing this?
We’re almost there.
When you go down,
you’ll take all of us down with you.
Are you going to be backing
Nam Yong-seong instead?
Let’s not waste our breaths.
Mr. Kim. I can’t quit.
I just did what you ordered me to do.
The foundation and the college too.
I lent you my grandmother’s name
because you needed that.
But 150 billion won?
Your grandmother's not even dead.
If that gets out,
your candidacy will be voided.
Who says? My grandmother is dead.
You know how much I respect you. I...
I get it.
Honey.
Honey, I think I’m back.
I’m a man, it’s raining.
If I’m reborn, I’ll marry you again.
My grandmother died a long time ago.
We did it. I’m finally back.
What’s wrong?
HONEST CANDIDATE
It’s here.
You’re not in contact
with your old friends, right?
Honey, let’s go.
No politician ever stays this long
at the funeral of their aide’s relative.
I’ll get the car.
What are you doing at a funeral?
That’s enough.
Mr. Park, you’re doing great work.
You found a great funeral photo.
Did you Google that?
Get rid of him.
What are you doing?
-Stop. Don’t do this.
-Step back.
Must you do this to the deceased?
We want to ID her ourselves
before she’s cremated.
This is a destruction of evidence.
If it’s really Mr. Park’s grandmother,
why are you hiding it?
Open the door.
-Yes.
-No, no...
-Don’t touch.
-Step back!
Get out of here.
She’s so strong.
If you step all over me like this,
I won’t just stay put.
Get ready to write an apology
to the entire nation.
Should I get the media?
All of you, please!
Just stop it.
I’ll drop out.
Ms. Joo.
Really?
You know that I can’t lie.
Mr. Kim, who I love and respect...
I’ll take full responsibility,
so please head back.
Can we really just leave?
Can you trust her?
You love and respect them?
Hui-cheol.
She’s not someone to give up so easily.
Why did you come here?
You’ve part ways with her.
This is my reputation.
Right, loyalty.
Do you have something
that she could use against you?
No, nothing like that.
Mr. Kim took care of
the last hidden camera.
Hidden camera?
Well, it’s nothing.
No way, she was in it too...
Joo Sang-suk.
Since you’re a pro, I thought
you may have kept an original copy.
It’s right here.
Here.
Fifty million won, please.
Holy...
That’s worth a hundred million won.
Could I get fifty million won in change?
Who keeps fifty million won around?
Forget it, take it back.
No, wait a minute.
I’m flustered.
You don’t have fifty million won?
-Okay, deal.
-No, I can’t.
-No.
-Why?
-Okay. Let’s go with 100 million won.
-What?
-Seriously?
-Yes.
This is the original, right?
Yes, thank you.
Thank you too.
Thank you.
She said she’ll get me a used car.
I could’ve died
if I hadn't taken the change.
Don’t follow me. You're like a bumper car!
I saw Mr. Kim go through here once.
Mr. Kim? Where?
It’s here.
Huh?
What? There was a secret room here?
They’ll never look for you
in their own hideout.
Come out when the voting is over.
This is worth fifty million won.
We won’t ever use it,
but it’s our final piece of leverage,
so keep it well.
You need to be elected
to expose the truth.
I’m off.
Mr. Park.
I know I’m working hard.
Leave the car.
Did you get a new car?
It’s the used car you got me.
SCHOLARSHIP REFUND PROTOCOL
I would want to die too
if they ask for the scholarship back
like this.
114TH DAY OF OK-HUI COLLEGE STUDENT
CHOI SEUL-GI IN COMA
MY SON TRIED TO COMMIT SUICIDE
WHEN COLLEGE WANTED THE SCHOLARSHIP BACK
I’m so sorry.
Mrs. Choi.
I’m really sorry.
Joo Sang-suk.
Shit.
I’m in a hurry, I’ll be back.
I promise.
Where are you going?
Park, where’s the car?
You got the flash drive, right?
That will ruin you too.
Hey!
HUSBAND
-Honey. Are you okay?
-Yeah, hey.
Where are you? I’m with Mr. Park.
It’s been so long since I last drove.
I'm sorry.
Uploading a video of her driving
would lose her thousands of votes.
Pull up.
Joo Sang-suk. Stop the car.
Hey! Lee Un-hak! You're such a traitor!
Joo Sang-suk.
You okay? Are you hurt?
I don't know, I’m okay.
There’s a car coming at me.
Oh my gosh.
A car is coming at me.
Crazy bastard, he was driving
straight at me.
Swallow it?
-Sang-suk.
-Assemblywoman Joo.
I don’t believe this.
-Joo Sang-suk.
-Gosh.
Come on, get out.
You conniving bastard.
What did you call me?
-Fuck you, asshole.
-Open this door.
What the hell, man.
-Assemblywoman Joo, are you hurt?
-Go stop them.
Honey, where are you?
Over here.
I came quickly, right?
Only I can be this quick.
Hey.
Sir, you take that side.
Will you be okay?
Of course. It's me.
I was an athletics major.
What’s with the mood?
-Is it just the three of you?
-Go away, you can’t come here.
You’ll get hurt.
You really don’t listen, huh?
I haven’t done this in a while.
-It’s in the car.
-It’s not here.
-Where...
-No, there.
There’s no way out.
Get back here.
Are you okay?
Piggybacking?
Stay right there.
Hold on.
You might not believe me,
but I fight really well.
I said I fight well.
Sang-suk, what’s with you?
Give me the flash drive.
-I don’t have it.
-Where is it?
-Honey.
-Assemblywoman Joo.
What are you doing?
Don’t tense up, you’ll hurt your shoulder.
It makes me mad as hell,
when you talk like that to my wife.
It makes it seem like
you two are close friends!
Honey, hit somewhere
that’s not noticeable.
-Not noticeable?
-What do you think you’re doing?
Careful, I’m closing the door.
You son of a bitch.
Honey, get going.
Grab her.
Be careful, Assemblywoman Joo.
Hey, Joo Sang-suk.
I’m so sorry.
I’ll break your spine.
Taxi.
Just drive. I’m in a hurry.
Wait a minute.
Ma’am, where to?
What?
Where are you heading to?
You said you’re in a hurry.
I don’t know.
CANDIDATE NUMBER 1 JOO SANG-SUK
I thought you’d do good,
not rot like this.
I didn’t rot.
You really think you helped them?
I’m so sorry.
Mrs. Choi.
Do it right.
Take it.
-What is it?
-A gift.
A big scoop.
Joo as in Joo Sang-suk?
You’re giving yourself up? Why?
I don’t know, maybe I’ve grown up.
Don’t fall for me.
YEOUIDO JOO
Hold on.
Where are you going?
What’s with him?
My gosh.
No way.
Something unbelievable
happened to me a few days ago.
CANDIDATE JOO SANG-SUK
DECLARATION OF RESIGNATION
It was a short time,
but it was an important time
that I got to reflect on myself.
I’ll come clean and confess everything.
I--
-Candidate Joo.
-Ma’am.
-Since when were you...
-Candidate Joo.
How did you obtain the videos?
Are you ready to face legal retributions?
How did you come to this conclusion?
-What's this?
-No idea.
Why did you expose everyone?
Everyone?
We have a shocking news.
People are up in arms, seeing politicians
-behaving badly.
-Corruption, assault, sexual favors,
videos of all these accusations...
We’ve finally uncovered the identity
of the infamous public urination perp.
He’s none other than
Congressman Hong Bang-sik,
he was never identified
or captured for a long...
This is a footage from Yeouido Joo.
Known as the people's father,
Assemblyman Choi Young-seok...
Investigation petition has reached
over a million signatures in a day.
Assemblyman Choi Young-tae,
who charged a woman for assault
was caught taking an upskirt photo
prior to the assault.
Daehan’s Party Leader Kim Sang-pyo was
seen gambling at the party HQ.
Mr. Kim thought of the public
as moronic pigs.
When the reporters tracked down
Mr. Kim for an interview,
he fled the scene immediately.
‘Yeouido Joo’ was essentially
‘Yeouido Zoo.’
How did I confuse J with Z?
Zoo was the most expensive drive.
I worked so hard to collect that set.
THE LATE KIM OK-HUI
Good bye, grandma.
Candidate Shin Ji-seon won
the election after beating Candidate Joo,
who dropped out before ballot counting.
Although Mr. Kim was found
to be behind Ok-hui Foundation,
Candidate Joo has decided to voluntarily
get investigated by the prosecution
JOO SANG-SUK’S SENSIBLE JAIL DIARY
2 YEARS LATER
Breakfast is ready.
Are you uncomfortable with Candidate Nam
running for mayor,
who lost to you by just eight votes?
Not at all.
If he wins, I’ll gladly buy him a drink
to congratulate him.
We have to help each other
for Hyuntan to grow, right?
Your hairstyle sure looks nice.
I wish Hyuntan would go under.
How could you say that?
If you hate the president,
will you want the country to go under?
How many racquets do you have?
Are you aiming for the nationals?
Well, it's not like you’re employed.
How was my show yesterday?
Wasn’t it awesome?
I could be the lead soon.
-Why don’t you give it up?
-What?
You look like a show-off,
and your acting is bad.
I'm just glad that I didn't have to
pay for the ticket.
No way. Everyone’s saying they love it.
Probably just the 32 people
in your fan club.
Then give me money for acting classes.
Me too.
I need to buy lunch for my badminton club
because I've become president.
I don't have any.
What about the royalties from the book?
I used it to pay Seul-gi’s hospital bill.
Wasn't he discharged?
I gave him a lifetime scholarship.
-What? What about us then?
-What? What about us then?
Like father, like son.
You two are so alike.
Able-bodied men like you should be
contributing to our society.
What if I die first?
You’ll resort to getting loans
and be under a ton of debt.
You’ll be sold off to a shrimp boat
and your organs will be sold off.
You'll eat shit,
and you'll be locked up like a slave.
If you don’t want to live like that,
get your act together starting today.
I’m off. Enjoy the rest of your meal.
The stew’s overcooked.
It’s Candidate Joo.
How do you feel about entering
the race for the Seoul mayoral election?
They agreed not to mention
your prison sentence.
So if you can go easy on certain topics...
You’ve changed.
Will people forget I was in prison
if I go easy on them?
I’m just saying that we should go easy
since it’s your first debate.
Trust me.
I am "the people's grenade".
She should have bought herself
a new pair of shoes.
Did you see my column?
I gave you a push.
Mr. Kim.
Your job as the media
is to maintain a neutral position.
Now that you’re a star journalist
and only care about TV shows like this,
your articles have lost their bite.
I liked her more when she lied.
CANDIDATE NUMBER 7 JOO SANG-SUK
Good afternoon.
I’m Kim Jun-yeong, and this is
the 38th Seoul mayoral election debate.
With the election only ten days away,
the campaigning is heating up.
But independent candidates had
little chance to disclose their policies.
Please let her make a ton of money.
We’re so poor that we sew our undies
when they rip.
Please help her refrain from
going on a truth tirade.
My ears are about to bleed.
My mom suffered a heart failure
because of Sang-suk.
Do something about her tongue,
I’m sick of it.
She didn’t give me the 300 million won
after my military service.
She promised me 3 billion won.
Change her back to how she was before.
Please.
-Please.
-Please.
Hello, I’m a Seoul mayoral candidate
Joo Sang-suk.
Subtitle translation by Tae-hui Cho
Ripped and synced by
TTEOKBOKKIsubs
She has been the compass of my life.
My grandmother.
She said to me when my parents
passed away in my youth,
“Help those less fortunate,
and live honestly.”
She made a huge fortune
when her small plot of land
was bought up for development,
but she donated everything for society
and went to work in the market
with her ailing body.
At the time, I was fighting alone
against a massive insurance company.
Due to a fine print in the contract,
grandma’s cancer wasn’t covered
by the insurance.
Upon winning the unwinnable fight
against all expectations,
I went to the congress
with my grandmother's support.
She may have passed away,
but I will continue to carry her torch
and fight to create a better world.
An honest politician
who keeps her promise.
Candidate number one, Joo--
JOO SANG-SUK
Lower it.
Rewind it a bit.
Over there.
Can you emphasize that cross more?
Where's the cross?
We’ve been losing Christian votes lately.
That’s because you attended
a Buddhist ceremony recently.
-Exactly.
-We should’ve tightened the schedule then.
So that you could leave
as soon as possible.
Sorry about that.
Also, isn’t that shot
of kissing my husband a bit weird?
Weird.
Not weird.
It’s beautiful.
Married couples don’t kiss,
especially when they're sober.
Your image is leaning
towards the masculine side lately, so...
Remove it.
Okay, we’ll remove it.
Remove the kiss.
-Shall we call it a day?
-Yes, sir.
-Great work, everyone.
-Thank you.
Let’s do this.
-Candidate number one.
-Hooray.
Okay.
I'll get going.
-Mr. Park.
-Yes?
Let's keep it together.
I must maintain my dignity
as a fourth term incumbent.
Of course.
-No scratches, please.
-Sorry about that.
Careful, ma’am.
-Are you okay?
-Yeah, let’s go.
Ms. Joo, one moment.
What was that for?
It didn’t look worn out enough.
This side too.
Okay.
Ms. Joo is heading out.
Hello there.
I’m candidate number one Joo Sang-suk.
Candidate number one, Joo Sang-suk.
Hello, I’m candidate number one,
Joo Sang-suk.
Hello madame.
What do we get if we pick you?
I’ll do anything you ask.
Should I swap your hubby first?
Hello, I’m Joo Sang-suk.
I’m Joo Sang-suk
and my baptismal name is Maria.
Behind you.
May you attain nirvana.
CHURCH
It’s been so long, deaconess.
Gosh. I know, presbyter.
Have you been well?
CANDIDATE NUMBER 1 JOO SANG-SUK
HONEST CANDIDATE
You’re up against Candidate Nam, whom you
defeated by 12 votes 8 years ago.
Please make a comment on this please.
This is a Catch-22 question.
I should hold it in. Every word leads to
votes.
We’re debating over Hyuntan City’s
transformation into a city of science.
Candidates Shin and Candidate Nam
will get to question Candidate Joo.
You have a two-minute limit.
I have another question.
Who will maintain the facility
after the exposition?
With whose money?
Don’t you think you’re ignoring
the opinions of the taxpayers
who are worried that
their hard-earned money might be wasted?
Not at all, I’m listening very carefully.
Since you're my biggest detractor,
I’ll convince you by the end of today.
When I was a mayor, I approved
the takeover of Hyuntan University.
Thank you for that.
You helped revitalize it
with your Ok-hui Foundation.
Won’t you comment on its
shady financial dealings?
They say it’s used for money laundering.
Do you have any legal
grounds for that accusation?
-I’m giving you a chance--
-The word on the street is that
you made hundreds of thousands on stocks.
-Camera three, cut in.
-That's a groundless rumor...
Close-up on Nam’s annoyed face.
When will you respond to your son’s
dual citizenship issue?
Candidate Nam, please stay on the topic.
I still have time. Please wait.
Could you respond?
No, drag it out.
There’s nothing I’m ashamed of.
My entire fortune is
a 700 square feet apartment.
Ma’am,
I’m talking about your son right now.
The science department created
in my grandmother’s name
has taken in so many students
from very difficult backgrounds...
Gosh.
-Why...
-Candidate Joo, should we take a break?
Sorry, I became too emotional.
So many students have built
their dreams with Ok-hui scholarships.
How dare you use their dreams
for your own political gain?
-Me?
-I’m extremely
disappointed in you.
-That’s not what I mean--
-About the science city--
Candidates, your time has run out.
-You okay?
-The next topic of this first debate is
regional economic revitalization.
Great work today.
No one here works harder than you.
It was a great debate.
Let’s work together for a long time.
A long, long time.
Why isn’t anyone digging
into Ok-hui Foundation accusations?
It's been six years.
Easy, she’ll get elected only
if she doesn’t commit murder.
Let it go.
Sorry, I’m late.
Welcome. Come in.
Sit.
It was a fun debate, Candidate Nam.
For you, maybe.
Stressed husband, scolding wife.
What a chemistry.
I’m the one doing tricks,
but she gets all the votes.
Come on now.
After she wins her fourth term,
we’ll then go with
whatever you’re planning.
-No, I--
-However,
stop biting into the foundation.
You could get hurt.
I’m fond of that foundation.
I only did that
because she asked about my stocks.
You’re the stock market expert.
Did I hurt your feelings?
I’ll give you a gift.
It's a good scoop.
Buy Wy Logitech.
Get a loan if you have to.
Not ‘Y’, it’s ‘Wy’.
It’s not ‘Why’ either.
I know. 'Wy'.
Right, Wy.
I just bought you a house each.
Okay.
We still have to have
a fair fight like this.
So I can help you down the line.
All right, we’re now all in this together.
Cheers.
Buy me a building next time.
Gosh, you're so greedy.
What’s the point, love passes by
Like a shot arrow
Those memories were dazzling
And filled with sorrow
-Age is just a number
-Age is just a number
-But the heart is real
-But the heart is real
Go with your heart
By the way, how could you sing
your own campaign song?
Say good bye to sorrow
You live only once
-Love is a necessity
-Necessity
-Marriage is a choice
-Choice
Just follow your heart
Tears are bubbles of breaking up
Don’t be afraid of new love
Let's go!
Amor fati
He won’t let me have lunch
to hand out business cards.
Gwangjin district candidate is
giving out Hot 6 energy drinks.
I developed a tolerance
for Hot 6, it doesn’t work for me.
Hot 6 won't do.
You need something stronger.
The old fart runs marathons every weekend.
My knees are all busted.
That’s it? My wife left me.
-Really?
-I haven't been home for over a month.
My wife went to her parent's house.
Excuse me.
Wait. Hold on.
Just a moment!
Wait!
Just a moment!
Dang it, it’s in selfie mode.
It was 45N 8217, 45N 8217.
Hold on, hold on. Please.
I’ll pretend I didn’t see you,
so just be honest with me.
-Did he shoot with hidden cams?
-No.
Eight, two one... Wait!
Do any footages show faces?
It's 45N 8217, right?
Do any footages contain
Assemblywoman Joo's face?
Mr. Park, what's going on?
What's happening?
Please forgive me.
What company does he work for?
-He doesn’t know.
-Come on.
But I got the plate number.
It was 45N 8217.
If this blows up, are we all going down?
Mr. Kim, could you take care of this?
Hyuntan candidate number one Joo Sang-suk
Trusted candidate number one, Joo Sang-suk
Loyal candidate
Always thinking of Hyuntan City
Have faith in candidate number one
Joo Sang-suk
Candidate number one Joo Sang-suk
ANY ARTICLES?
NOTHING, DON'T WORRY.
I'M SCARED SHITLESS.
DANCE.
Where were you looking? Look what you did.
Gosh. That looks bad.
I’ll have to get you a new car.
How about a German car? A BMW?
What?
Give me the footage you shot yesterday
along with this car.
Who are you?
I had to run for congress.
Do you all remember?
When I was representing Hyuntan
in the congress and as a mayor...
Candidate number three Shin Ji-seon.
People’s Future Party,
candidate number three Shin Ji-seon.
Hello there.
-Welcome, Mr. Kim.
-I'm here.
-Kim Sang-pyo.
-This way, please.
-Kim Sang-pyo.
-Kim Sang-pyo.
Great work everyone.
I traded the hidden camera for the BMW.
-Kim Sang-pyo.
-Kim Sang-pyo.
Ms. Yoon, thank you so much.
I’ll treat you to some alcohol later.
Call me.
Candidate Joo Sang-suk.
I care deeply for her.
Vote for her once more.
-Kim Sang-pyo.
-Kim Sang-pyo.
Knee.
Hello, sir.
How’s your knee?
You remembered that?
I wish I could buy you some meds,
but it’s against the election law.
It’s all right.
Kindergarten waitlist.
So adorable.
How's your kindergarten problem...
Not her.
Are you still on the waitlist?
Yes. When you get elected,
please take care of this.
Trust me and have a second child.
She is my second child.
Good evening.
Honey.
-Hello.
-Honey.
It’s a great night, how about a round?
Sure, I will get my snickers.
Oh my, I forgot to get your shoes.
You fool.
Everyone, always be healthy.
I’m always like this.
-Good night.
-Yes, ma’am.
Have a good night.
Can I stop doing this?
I don’t even play badminton,
this is so annoying.
So many votes come from
the badminton club.
Every single damn day...
Only I can do this.
Sang-suk.
Do you not have a nose?
Yeah, Mom.
What? Sang-suk?
-Why?
-Have you gone mad?
Take it.
Yes, Mother.
I’m sorry for not picking up
the phone earlier.
I was too busy to pick up. The passcode?
When I fired the housekeeper, I changed...
I should’ve told you earlier.
What?
Soy sauce beef? We’ll eat it right away.
I love you.
Holy crap.
I got solicited so many times,
it was hard rejecting them.
You poor thing.
But we’ll have to do something
for my friend.
His daughter is having
a flight attendant test.
But she can’t speak English.
I told him we’ll help. Let's help her.
We’re capable of that, right?
Okay.
And that golf instructor,
he’s sick of the utility pole
in front of his house.
When he opens the windows,
the utility pole is right there...
-We’ll pull it out for him.
-Just pull it out.
Remember Yong-man? My college senior?
Just write me a list.
I've already written it down.
He wants to set up a gym
in the Blue House,
-and he wants our help.
-This girl...
She works well,
so give her a 500,000 won raise.
A 500,000 won raise?
If you got money, give it to me.
Or get someone who can speak Korean.
It drives me nuts.
Forget it, we can raise it later.
And this is from
my grandma’s younger sibling.
Is there a plan for
a Hoengseong subway station?
What was that?
Candidate number one Joo Sang-suk.
My gosh.
I’m here.
Are you sick?
Are you so giddy to lie that I’m dead?
Don’t lie that you’re sick
and fetch me, I’m busy.
That’s why I called you at night.
To avoid traffic.
Where are you going? You’re an accomplice.
I was going to shut the door.
Asshole, this isn’t Burger King.
You said to come quickly.
I’m done hiding out.
-That again?
-Why?
They’re building a ski resort here.
I need to move out.
I will find another secluded spot.
Somewhere warm with a good view.
You rotting pieces of shit.
Grandma, please.
You’re the one who ran off
a day before the election with a note.
You said you would ‘return to nature’,
so we all thought you went off to die.
You should’ve corrected everyone.
You maintained the lie for sympathy votes.
I should’ve come out then.
Fine.
Let’s come out and confess.
And I'll get arrested for
spreading false information.
That’s seven years of imprisonment,
ten years of license suspension,
and a fifty million won penalty.
Do we have to keep lying until we die?
I saw a bit of kindness in you
when you were young, but not now.
There is, there really is,
but you can’t see it
since your eyes are bad.
I checked up on you, so I’ll leave now.
You’re not in contact with
your old friends, right?
That’s what you worry about?
-Sang-suk.
-Yeah?
You came so far. Take this and eat.
What is it?
Grandma.
Joo Sang-suk, candidate number one.
Take this and suck on it.
Gosh!
Why did you even call me?
Are you okay?
My shoe.
It’s ruined.
Are you okay?
Ms. Joo, hop on.
I’ll just walk.
Let me just put away my phone.
Ms. Joo...
I didn’t get much exercise.
-Ms. Joo.
-Forget it.
No, no, there.
Stay here for a bit. I’ll head down
and bring back an umbrella and shoes.
Put this on.
I’ll be right back.
Get me elected for the fourth time.
I didn’t donate my whole fortune
to get anything in return,
but you know that, right?
And I want to become
a famous politician...
Forget about my ticket to heaven.
Use all my deeds on Sang-suk.
...known to people all over the country.
Make her grow up and be kind.
Please make her stop lying.
Please.
What is this?
Hui-cheol!
Mom just called.
She wants us to visit her for a meal.
That hag.
Huh?
Yeah?
What did you just say?
Did you just call my mom a hag?
Sorry, I get irritated whenever
your family is mentioned.
I hate that hag.
What?
What’s with me?
Still, don’t talk about her
first thing in the morning.
Hey.
Don’t you "hey" me. I’m older than you.
Are you nuts?
You always wanted to sound
younger than I am.
Gosh...
What’s wrong with me?
Sir, could I reposition
the camera a little bit?
Sure.
The camera's at the perfect angle
to make her double chin a meme online.
It goes up quite high.
Could you make the lights a bit brighter?
This lighting will accentuate
her crow's feet.
-Sure.
-I brought drinks for all.
Purple is our party color. Right here.
Great work everyone.
Is this it?
-Good morning.
-Hello there.
I’m a big fan, Mr. Jang.
Ms. Joo had always wanted
to be a guest on Forest of News.
Really? I thought she didn't do
current affairs?
Right.
I got a peek at the script.
You don’t go off script, right?
Well, that depends on
how the interview goes.
Right.
This part here,
I think we should remove it.
-I understand.
-Okay.
And you don’t do R-rated
jokes and such, right?
-We don't have time for that.
-Yes, I know.
And could I trouble you not to bring up
the mayoral and presidential elections?
You're being quite excessive.
Please have a good interview.
-Hello.
-Hello.
You must be a little nervous
since we're live on the air.
Yes. I guess it will feel similar if I was
on TV for a presidential election.
You've mentioned the presidential election
from the very start of the interview.
That was quite an honest answer.
Since it’s on the table,
may I ask some hard questions?
Like how many times we do it a week?
How many times do we do it?
Do what, Candidate Joo?
What’s with her?
I think you’re the first candidate
to make R-rated jokes here.
Only adults can vote, after all.
As you see,
she can be quite feisty at times.
What's the use
when we've been platonic for years?
Our home is the friend zone
national headquarters.
And I'm the director there!
Candidate Joo, have some cold water.
-Yes.
-Okay.
Am I hearing things?
Lots of comments are being posted
in real-time.
“Is Assemblywoamn Joo drunk or high?”
“Is this a hidden camera prank?”
and so forth.
Do you usually read
the comments made about you online?
Not at all.
I don’t read a word of anything
ever since I won my third term.
I even have my aides read the menu for me.
Come on now.
Cut to the music.
We will return after some music.
This is Jang Deok-jun’s Forest of News.
What did she just say?
Is this a strategy?
So, are you planning to run for president?
Yes, I should be a president
at least once.
What is this?
Is she on Saturday Night Live?
You said you’ll make it happen.
You told me it's possible because it's me.
Did I say that?
I don’t think I can go home today.
CANDIDATE NUMBER 1 JOO SANG-SUK
I’m absolutely certain.
I can’t talk the way I want to.
Words usually come from the brain,
but it feels like
they're coming out of my ass.
It’s not like your words are shit.
No, they totally are.
I can’t control my sphincter.
Stop being so vulgar.
And put your shoes on.
We are in an enclosed space.
Do you not have a nose?
Why are you ignoring it?
I have rhinitis, so it’s fine.
Says the guy
who farts in bed all the time.
Do I not have a nose? Is your gut rotting?
What’s with you?
I’m sorry. I can’t lie for some reason.
It's probably because she's been
under a lot of stress lately.
-And for you, sir--
-He’s unemployed. Don’t call him that.
What? Unemployed?
You have to attend a kimchi-making event.
Isn’t that for wives of the candidates?
What do you take me for?
Useless unemployed good-for-nothing!
What? Is that how you see me?
-Yes.
-What?
Don’t cry.
I’m not. I’m not crying.
You are, you cry baby.
You’re old enough. Stop whining.
Ma’am, you should save
your words until you calm down.
I’m getting out of here.
-Honey.
-Let go.
You should still go make some kimchi
while I ask nicely.
Sir!
Don't call me that!
I’m unemployed!
I caused an uproar online, haven't I?
Yes, you’ve made the top trending topic.
It was so frigging goddamn hard
getting on that list before.
Ma’am, please filter your words.
Remember the fourth term dignity?
Filter.
Assemblywoman Joo!
Go away, you freak.
Get away from me, I’m sorry.
We will see you again soon.
Thank you for coming.
Ma’am, you made some
strong comments earlier.
Would you like to follow-up?
We will send out a separate press release.
For the presidential election...
Candidate Joo’s autobiography
is on the store’s main stage.
My Grandmother’s Dream.
Here.
Hello, Ms. Joo.
I had a great time reading it.
Could I get an autograph?
You did? Even I haven’t read it yet.
Ms. Joo, please autograph
the inside page.
-Name?
-Pardon?
Your name.
Oh, it’s Lee Ae-rin.
"Honesty and sweat will never betray you".
That line really touched me.
Yes, honesty and sweat
indeed doesn't betray you.
Never ever.
Thank you for coming.
Is that good? We’ll see you over there.
My head’s itchy.
AE-RIN, WILL HONESTY AND SWEAT REALLY
NEVER BETRAY YOU? JOO SANG-SUK
It’s over here.
I came to support a mega bookstore
opening in our district.
I should probably say that it'll be a wave
of fresh air in the publishing world.
But when people get smarter,
that’s bad news for us politicians.
Sorry, that was so funny.
That was a joke.
Your autobiography is ranked first place
on the politics bestseller list.
Why do you think
it’s a hit with the public?
We hired part-timers to buy everything up.
Ms. Joo, stop joking. It’s too much.
Gosh. I'm sorry. It's just too funny...
Ms. Kim. Next question, please?
Yes. I’m sure you were very busy.
How long did it take you
to write the book?
KEEP YOUR MOUTH SHUT
NO TALKING
Skip the question.
That’s...
GET IT TOGETHER
THIS IS A WAR ZONE. STOP IT
I didn’t write it.
My ghostwriter wrote it.
PLEASE
Ten million won for three months.
SHOCKING REVELATION
BY HYUNTAN CANDIDATE JOO
Honey, it’s done.
It’s all over. We’ll have to go back
to our hometown.
What’s wrong with you?
Why can’t you do it? Entertaining fluff.
This mouth isn’t mine.
Then whose mouth is it?
Say “I’m actually a man.”
I wish I was a man.
I would get less shit then.
I’m a servant for the people.
People are my servants.
Thirst-quencher for the people,
a servant for the people, Joo Sang-suk!
You know I’m not a people’s servant.
You have really become brazen.
Sang-suk.
Is it true that you’ll buy me
a car after the election?
A used car.
Why did she suddenly change her character?
I know, Nam Yong-seong is the crass one.
She was closely with the commissioner
of the financial committee back then,
and that’s when she became rich.
It’s still only the cost of a house.
More than meets the eye.
-Where you going?
-I miss her so much.
Are you going to dig into her?
Wouldn’t it be fun?
Give Unanswered Questions a scoop.
My friend’s a producer there.
No, it’s mine.
She’s using utilities.
So she really lives here?
It’s been a long day.
I know.
I canceled all upcoming events.
That’s good.
Not campaigning will be
more beneficial to win.
What should I tell Mr. Kim?
I don’t know. Make something up.
When shit hits the fan,
I’ll assign it to my underlings,
and I’ll just go off somewhere,
get drunk, sleep and wait
until you clean it all up.
Maybe I should kill myself.
That’s what I’m thinking right now.
CANDIDATE NUMBER 1 JOO SANG-SUK
Not coming?
Coming.
She took off the wig, and it became
the top trending search word.
"Ten million won for three months."
Please don’t say anything.
Ms. Joo, your hair looks great.
Right? Honey, how about a game?
We always play--
-She doesn’t want to play.
-I see.
Sir.
Her bag.
Please play, I mean, get some rest.
I got you.
They’re all shaky.
Dammit.
The dashcam...
RECORDED FILES
The first one.
Pass, pass.
What is this?
You think I’m a joke?
Like I’m worth less than dog shit.
Embarrassing me in front of the neighbors.
Wash your hands before bitching.
You smell nasty.
It's because
I’ve been making kimchi all day.
I can’t get the hot pepper smell
out of my hands.
Stop your moaning.
You do one thing for the campaign
and you keep moaning.
So this is the new you? Hey mom.
Welcome.
Your fridge’s empty.
Why didn’t you call ahead?
Can I not drop in?
An intruder...
What...
Did I hear that right?
-No, you heard me--
-Oh, she meant strudel.
I had a craving for a strudel.
I came to drop off some side dishes.
You were all over the news.
I was a bit worried.
You should worry on your own.
What?
Wait, Mom.
She’s really sick right now.
Do you not have any respect
for your mother-in-law anymore?
You’re still my daughter-in-law.
-What are you doing?
-Mom. Wait. Please.
Don’t you walk away from me
when I'm talking to you.
Goddamn hag.
No way, is she pregnant--
Hag-in-law.
-Hag-in-law.
-You’re pregnant?
You have to impregnate me to get pregnant.
Your semen isn’t micro dust,
I can’t get pregnant over the air.
I’ve had it. Come sit down.
We need to talk.
Wait.
-Let’s talk.
-Hold on, Mom.
You will regret it.
Spill your guts
if you got something to say.
I’m not a stubborn person.
Let’s have a frank conversation.
A frank conversation?
I should just go die.
Even so, don’t you think
that was too much?
Should I just sever ties with her?
Don’t say anything.
What did you say?
Did you badmouth her again?
No. I said she won’t come around
for a while. I’m so happy.
So happy.
I’m so happy.
So, so happy.
You’re nuts.
You’ve gone insane.
-Candidate number one Joo Sang-suk.
-Candidate number one, please vote.
-Please drink this.
-Thank you.
Your approval ratings dropped
by seven points.
I know, you old fart.
What?
Mr... Fart...
Mr. Kim?
Old Mr. Fart!
Whatever, you old fart.
To have this kind of constant pattern
is to have a logical mechanism.
NEUROPSYCHIATRY DOCTOR JEON GI-PPEUM
It could be caused by
something non-medical--
So what does she have to do?
I’ll prescribe some meds,
so take the meds and get plenty of rest.
Eat properly
and don’t get stressed, right?
-Yes.
-Seriously?
Say you can’t fix it and save me the time.
Honey.
You're the one who should be hospitalized.
Your hat.
Thank you.
So annoying. Speak faster.
Two, two.
One.
Nurse Kim, get cupping ready,
and bring the extra-large needles.
-Something much bigger.
-Nurse Kim, please hurry.
Bring them over quickly.
Don’t move.
-I'll make sure it won't hurt.
-Use acupuncture to paralyze her.
My poor Sang-suk.
Who...
You got a tongue paralysis.
Mom?
How could you not recognize me?
Dad?
Dad. Dad.
My baby.
It’s me, your grandma Ok-hui
who's in heaven.
I raised you so preciously.
-Grandma?
-Yes.
Let’s go.
Where are you going?
-Should we look for another shaman?
-Send your payment please.
I told you to get
the payment first, dammit.
That shaman said I could
become the president.
Can we get through this storm?
Bring in a captain
who can steer us through this.
When everyone shunned Mr. Han
during his presidential run,
he stayed by him until the end.
A loyal kingmaker.
He’s a Harvard graduate and a strategist,
who focuses on election campaigns.
He's too good to just fade away.
He’s waiting. Could we hurry a little?
I’m not sorry for being late.
I’ll be absolutely direct.
I can’t lie at all.
That’s a good girl.
If you can help me
get through this election,
consider your retirement fully secured.
I have enough money to last until I die.
-Bull.
-What?
Ball. Cheese balls? Are you hungry?
-Bring her some snacks.
-Right, cheese balls.
I’ll go to the store and...
But why does my comeback
have to be through your mess?
We brought some puer tea from China.
Please have some.
Oh no. It must be hot.
-I’m sorry.
-It’s not hot.
It cooled off.
Why does it have to be you?
I’m the only one
who asked for your service.
Right? That’s what you said.
Attention.
Our consultant, Mr. Lee Un-hak is here.
CANDIDATE NUMBER 1 JOO SANG-SUK
Campaign strategies, press kits,
pledge and support base analysis,
just the essentials.
Smells good.
I love the scent of election
more than anything.
We would like to minimize her appearances.
That’s not good.
An election is a show.
Its star must be seen.
How’s Candidate Nam doing?
He’s catching up,
but he won’t play dirty.
We have an agreement.
He probably went with the alternative
since he knows he can’t win dirty.
If there’s a possibility for him to win,
he’ll do anything.
Start the vacuum. We need to suck up
every vote we can get.
Korea is one blood.
It means we all know each other.
LEE CHUN-GEOL
Have you been well, Chairman?
It’s been so long.
Look who it is.
Are you back in politics?
It seems so.
Who are you backing this time?
Joo Sang-suk of Hyuntan, sir.
Our clansmen support Joo Sang-suk.
Hooray, Joo Sang-suk.
FC HYUNTAN MORNING SOCCER CLUB
-Candidate number one, salute.
-Salute.
We got the photo.
2. USE THE NEGATIVE
When was this taken?
Joo Sang-suk, you bitch.
Hey. I told you not to take this road.
Did Mrs. Ok-hui sacrifice her life
for the campaign?
Why did she die during
the campaign period?
I look really bad in this.
And why does she look like a saint here?
3. CHANGE THE FRAME
The related search terms
have changed like this.
From ‘Candidate Joo divorce’
to ‘Candidate Joo friendzone.’
He came here too? How diligent.
Who will you choose?
I don’t know, you?
That funny lady who took off her wig.
What was her name?
CANDIDATE NUMBER 1 JOO SANG-SUK
Remember my wig? This is my hair.
-Please vote for me.
-Thank you.
Hello. Ten million won for three months.
It's Joo Sang-suk.
-Please vote for me.
-Thank you.
To help her son avoid military service,
Candidate Joo gave birth to him abroad.
Now, her son can’t be located
even by the prosecutors and the cops.
Nam Yong-seong, that bastard.
He didn’t even go halves on the BMW.
Did he screw us over?
-Hello.
-Hello.
I told him not to drag
Eun-ho into this, dammit.
Mr. Bong, we need your help.
I was told to hole up somewhere
until my mom got elected.
Since you’ll get photographed,
it’s good to get a trim.
Natural’s good, and so is wild.
You got all that good looks thanks to me.
Am I right? Say something.
Gosh...
You’re being too careful.
It’ll be summer soon. Go breezy.
Say what?
Go breezy. Let’s shave it.
-Shave it?
-Shave it.
-It’s nice.
-Gosh.
-Hey.
-Damn.
No.
You need to go to the military.
Clipper. The clipper.
Hurry.
Eun-ho.
Wait, come on now.
Why do I need to be drafted?
I’m going to live as an American citizen.
You’re not an American,
you’re totally a Korean.
My soul will be crushed if I get drafted.
So leave your soul here.
And take the body there.
Don’t say ‘fuck’ to your dad.
What in the world?
What am I doing?
I got you.
Be a good son, just once.
Hold still, your ear may get cut.
Resent your mom.
How amazing.
You live such complicated lives.
So be an amazing son.
Other guys get exempted so easily.
You can’t even do that for me?
My son, you’ve really turned out
to be such a jackass.
Which do you prefer? The special force
or the marine corps? I’ll make it happen.
Gosh.
If you send me off to the military,
I’ll quit college.
How can I make music
when you've crushed my soul?
I’ll end up useless like dad.
Your mom’s going places
because I support her.
It's either the Korean military or
the Berklee College of Music.
I’ll give you 100 million won
after military service.
Yes, mother.
There's 540 days in 18 months,
so it’s 200,000 won per day.
Think of it as a part-time job.
Give me more. Hazard pay.
I’ll be risking my life
to protect this country.
He knows how to negotiate.
If he works for foreign affairs,
he’ll get us more territory.
Let’s say, 300 million won.
-Deal.
-Deal.
Me too. I want 300 million won, too.
It’s so hard being a caring husband.
No, I want three billion won.
His service is only two years,
but I have to do this for life.
Mother. Come to think of it,
I think 500 million won would do--
Stop it.
Forget it. I’ve had it.
-Screw you both.
-Wait, what are you doing?
Did you think you could exploit me?
I’ve had it.
-Today is your funeral. Come here.
-Oh, jeez.
Stop.
I should’ve died last time.
Mom.
Why did I bother bringing this?
You got my hubby to cut my son’s hair.
From now on, don’t make decisions
without consulting me.
It will be a voluntary enlistment.
Just read what’s written there.
PRESS CONFERENCE STATEMENT
ON JOO SANG-SUK'S MATERNITY TRIP
I can’t.
Why not?
Some of it isn't true.
How could you not know
that this would come back to haunt you?
It’s just military service.
You were dumb to avoid it.
You live off taxpayer’s money.
Why take a maternity trip?
It wasn’t a maternity trip.
I didn’t even give birth.
Eun-ho’s birth mother gave birth
to him in the States.
Do you really have to do this?
I made a big deal out of it,
and I can’t refuse to have
a press conference right now.
What if I say I didn’t
give birth to Eun-ho?
He’ll get hurt.
That’s what you’re worried about?
I may not have...
I may not have given birth to him,
but he’s my child.
What was that? Where you going?
I’ll get some more ice.
She’s a good woman.
He’s going to kill me.
I would like to respond to
accusations of my son’s
dual citizenship and...
-Camera. The camera.
-Ms. Joo, are you okay?
Ms. Joo.
Please call 911.
Hold on.
So it’s all settled with
voluntary enlistment?
Yes, ma’am.
Candidate Joo’s son who is
in the midst of a controversy
isn’t her biological son?
Right.
His biological mother
gave birth to him in USA,
and Candidate Joo’s camp is yet
to give an official statement.
Lee Un-hak, that backstabbing bastard.
Where is that bastard?
People say weird things when they’re sick.
Doctor. Please help.
She needs help.
There she is. Candidate Joo.
She’s being discharged early
for the election.
She stated that she won’t
use her family for her campaign.
It’s a thoughtful statement,
not as a politician but as a mother.
People are praising her for raising
her stepson as her own son.
Ma’am, I’ll take you to your apartment.
Skip it, my boy must be in shock.
But there’s a protocol--
Just go.
Yes, ma’am.
Why are they splitting up?
HBS
PRESS
Eun-ho.
It’s still cold in April.
Why are you in the pool?
Are you in shock?
I’m really sorry. I’m the sinner.
Mom.
I didn’t want you to find out like this.
Son.
Eun-ho, you know how much
I love you, right?
I knew you didn’t give birth to me.
-What?
-What?
You knew?
Why didn’t you say anything?
You’re doing important work.
I didn’t want you to worry.
He’s so thoughtful.
It’s okay.
Why you little...
Since when did you know?
-When I was eight?
-Eight? How?
You told me when you were drunk.
-Me?
-Yeah.
I did?
“Your mom is someone else.
She’s my first love.
So beautiful, unlike someone.”
You told me when you were drunk.
Did I say anything else?
Honey, are you okay?
You’re fine, right? I was so worried.
What is it, baby?
My darling Sang-suk, I--
Go kill yourself.
Honey. Baby.
Baby, listen to me. You’re my everything.
Help!
Mom!
Can you take care of my visa
and find me a better job?
What?
You should do that at the very least.
I’m sabotaging my job.
You speak Korean so well.
But you didn’t learn
to speak respectfully?
Everyone speaks so rudely,
so I didn’t get to that.
Let me apologize on everyone’s behalf.
It’s fine, everyone’s older than me.
The lady of the house...
She said she’d give me a 500,000 won
raise, but she didn't. That bitch.
Bitch?
Who built the Mangmi pedestrian overpass?
Joo Sang-suk did.
Who built the Black Hole Park
in Sumi District?
Joo Sang-suk?
Thank you so much.
I have a question.
Is it true that Taewon Life subsidiary
built the overpass and the park?
It’s Candidate Shin.
Where did you hear about
such a juicy scoop...
Didn’t you fight against them
over insurance claim?
I can’t say that’s not true.
Cue. Cue.
Since you’re here, sing a song for us.
Right, a song.
Why are you bursting into a song?
Hyuntan candidate number one Joo Sang-suk
Excuse me.
Trusted candidate, Joo Sang-suk
HYUNTAN HOUSEWIFE SINGING CLASS
Did you partner up with Taewon?
Gosh...
You said our city’s economy and reputation
will improve after the exposition.
-That’s
-The microphone...
all bullshit.
Then why did you push for it?
Because Taewon bought a ton of Wy shares.
There’s a bomb.
What? Wy?
I put most of my stuff here.
-This is my last batch.
-Why didn’t I eat this earlier?
What a waste.
Gosh.
Why are you taking that back?
This isn’t from Taewon.
What about kimchi that they gifted?
Isn’t it a gift of love?
Reject the love.
If it’s from Taewon,
everything must go back.
Where are the golf clubs?
How could I return used goods?
That’s not the problem here.
Even an undie could lock you up.
Not my undies...
Is it washed?
This house is rented to you by Taewon.
I know. We’ll move out.
Why are you lashing out at me?
Like Mr. Lee said,
return these and donate the rest.
You were good at this back then.
I had it washed. It’s a clean pair.
You got any undies?
If you got some, bring them out.
I was going to flip out, but it’s
good to see that I’ve gained points.
Since it turned out this way,
let’s go double on your honesty.
What do you think
people will expect from you now?
Something stronger?
Or something more potent?
Or something more insane?
A gentle image can't be used now,
and trying to recover from it
is pointless.
Do what people want to see.
CANDIDATE NUMBER 1 JOO SANG-SUK
Attention, please.
We’ll be adjusting our catchphrase.
NATION’S MOST HONEST POLITICIAN
HONEST CANDIDATE
HONEST CANDIDATE
CANDIDATE NUMBER 1 JOO SANG-SUK
CANDIDATE NUMBER 1 JOO SANG-SUK
That’s what elections are like
We all wonder,
‘Will my vote make a difference?’
We all doubt ourselves
But don’t give up
It’s for the good of all
For a better tomorrow
Be thorough
Candidate number one Joo Sang-suk
Honest candidate
Candidate number one Joo Sang-suk
Honest candidate
What’s there to say?
Everyone. Isn’t my son a cutie?
-Yes.
-Yes.
He’s going to serve in the military.
I really didn’t want to send him away.
If one says senior welfare
is populism, he’s one of two things.
A self-centered wealthy person
or a politician--
Yes, wealthy people and
politicians are the same breed.
Aren’t you scared of
the growing life expectancy?
Will you just trust
the uncertain national pension?
There’s something fishy if the government
tells you to relax, no?
Candidate Joo,
it’s not your time to respond.
Candidate Joo, are you joking?
No, I’m not.
I’m saying what you said is correct...
I need a bathroom break.
I’ve been holding for a while,
and I’m wearing white.
-What? Really?
-My apologies.
Go with archival footage.
Seniors' welfare or whatever.
Get the camera running. Camera two!
I need baby wipes. I need to poop.
Candidate Nam, what’s your opinion
on the aging generation?
Next topic is about Hyuntan’s...
The wealthy and politicians
are the same breed.
-This is how we joke.
-Friendzone. It’s nuts.
Isn’t she refreshing being so honest?
Please support her. We’re riding high.
KIMCHI
When will I get a role in Surprise?
I’m looking into it.
I’ll kill you if you backstab me.
CANDIDATE NUMBER 1 JOO SANG-SUK
BETTER THAN MOST POLITICIANS.
HER FACTS ARE SO DIGESTIBLE.
Candidate number one Joo Sang-suk.
-It’s really important
-Very important
Candidate number one Joo Sang-suk
Citizens of Hyuntan.
Being rich doesn’t buy you happiness.
But it’s so cool
to toss a Chanel bag in your Ferrari
and cry in your Ferrari.
I’ll make you live in a rich neighborhood.
Why?
Can’t a politician speak with conviction?
Is it a crime to be honest?
HONEST CANDIDATE
Who is that?
Her son attempted suicide
for getting low grades.
What? Could you look into it?
Well, Mr. Kim ordered us
not to look into it.
I’m really sorry to say this, but...
You have a month to live.
Are you okay?
Stupid micro dust.
I’m not going to die.
He’s been saying that for eight years now.
Indeed.
I think I’m getting used to hearing that.
Do you have any prescriptions?
Why? Want me to quit them
and die as soon as possible?
No, how could you say that?
Here.
Stop coming by.
You’re not even my grandson.
I’m your legal grandson.
Laws are thicker than blood nowadays.
I’m Kim Hye-rin, not Kim Ok-hui.
Sorry for making you change your name.
It’s okay, Hye-rin is a stylish name.
Hello.
I’m HBS’ Kim Jun-yeong.
They claimed that it’ll be the new MIT
and drove up the admissions.
Look, the son of defense minister.
He paid one billion won to get in.
Hyuntan’s push for science city
started with Ok-hui Science College.
It’s rotten from the core.
You’re really not going to send this up?
I’m going to report it myself.
You crazy attention seeker.
If you’re going to go big, do it properly.
I know.
How do I blow this up?
-By eating.
-What?
To put it simply,
‘S’ inherited grandma Ok-hui’s image
as the good Samaritan,
and started the Ok-hui Foundation.
Claiming to do good work,
she took bread left and right.
With that, she bought a college
for dirt cheap.
100 MILLION WON
Then, she put a new name to it
and reorganized it. Why?
Korea’s got a ton of
smart but poor students.
The college gathered them, saying
they’ll give a hundred million breads,
like this and this.
Like this.
They increased the value
of the school like that,
and then accepted children
of VIP families.
Taking a billion bread each from them.
A billion.
What? My school?
But the problem is,
those who paid to get in
gets higher grades.
Then what about the smart kids?
So as soon as
the smart students reported this problem,
they got F's!
They got scholarships to get in,
but because of the punitive scholarship
system, they'd get in trouble.
Like this, so much bread was coming in,
-with so little going out.
-The college must be loaded.
As a result, they’re
sitting on 150 billion bread.
One hundred and fifty billion?
Are they insane?
Son of a...
ADJUSTING THE SCREEN
‘S’, I mean ‘SS’.
What’ll you do with all these bread?
Or have you stashed them already?
Can a small time local reporter
make such accusations?
As the station chief,
you can’t control him?
You really had an interesting life.
Arrange a press conference
and respond to this.
That’ll only fan the fire.
She can’t lie at all.
Please send a statement on our behalf.
That’s why we brought you in.
A fact assaulter can’t explain herself
when she’s accused?
I don’t care if you cry, kneel, or beg.
You have to do it yourself.
Will you go down known as a scammer?
Mr. Lee...
Kim Sang-pyo, answer me.
Hurry up.
Want me to stop paying your salary?
Sir, Assemblywoman Joo’s calling,
what should we do?
If a tail gets stepped on,
cut off the tail, not the foot.
Is crashing into cars
the only thing you know how to do?
My apologies.
Hey.
Take out all of
the Ok-hui Foundation documents.
I’m sorry.
Do you have noodles for a brain?
If this is true,
it’s an amazing exclusive.
Jeez, 150 billion won?
Ok-hui went all out.
Ok-hui’s reputation is over now.
The door is closing.
-Ma’am?
-Yes?
Where are you going?
What?
Which floor? You haven’t pushed it.
Fourth... I mean, fifth floor.
Fifth floor.
JAMAICA HEALTH CLUB
THE ONE WHO KEEPS HER PROMISE
Are you nuts? How could you come here?
You’re the crazy one.
You used my name
to eat up 150 billion won?
Tell me I’m wrong.
Shoot me with your red lies.
Say it out loud.
Who knew my prayers would be so effective?
Why did you have to make that stupid wish?
Why should I get
your permission to make a wish?
Ask me first next time.
My heart breaks whenever I see this.
Why did the lightning strike here?
I built this for eight years.
Did you build this because of me?
Of course, I did.
For you to grow up.
Do we need to bow every time?
If you weren’t my grandchild...
Kim Ok-hui?
Since you caused this,
you should return things back to normal.
DAEHAN PARTY LEADER
KIM SANG-PYO
It’s all my fault.
People of Hyuntan, you all know that
I cannot turn Hyuntan
into the best city in Korea.
Please take back my wish.
Please let her stop saying weird things.
I’m begging you, please help.
Just let her live like a normal person.
What do we do now?
You should go home first.
Hui-cheol will take you home.
I’m sorry for giving you the idea
to become a politician.
Right, I said I didn’t want to at first.
I thought you’d do good,
not rot like this.
I didn’t rot.
You did. You smell so moldy.
Go.
I should.
My legs.
My baby, I feel so bad for you.
She started the foundation
with good intentions.
She saw herself in those poor students.
We should get you a new house soon.
How’s your room, ma’am?
I can write tons of apology letters.
Just get over here.
Did you sell me out?
Why should I have a good time with her?
Why can’t we have a good time,
Mr. Kim Jun-yeong?
I’ll be absolutely direct.
Could you stop digging
into the Ok-hui Foundation?
No, I can’t.
I asked too much upfront.
I simply wanted to help the poor students
by taking a wealthy corporation’s money.
Is that a crime? Robin Hood did the same.
You really think you helped them?
Okay, let’s say you didn’t know.
Then who took all that money?
I’m not confident about that.
Drink, I make the best cocktail
in Yeouido.
I have something to give you.
Hold on, let’s see.
Eat this too.
Do you know what happened
to the scholarship students?
Sang-suk.
Why didn’t you want to know?
Are you really rotten?
Are you?
CANDIDATE NUMBER 1 JOO SANG-SUK
There he comes.
Why did you decide to split
with Candidate Joo?
Please say a word on this.
We’re splitting up due to
the difference in strategies.
When will you send out a proper statement?
Do you really have to do this?
I love to make pancakes. Flipping them
always puts a smile on my face.
You screwed me over eight years ago
thanks to your grandmother.
Now it’s your turn.
Which hospital was it?
I saw that she has a stylish new name.
It's unforgivable to lie about
the death of your parents in Korea.
Your political career is over.
Why didn’t you tell me?
You can't be seen here.
It will be better for you to blame me
for not letting you know about it.
Doesn’t matter.
Nam Yong-seong knows everything.
So what?
Why is he threatening us
instead of going to the media?
It's because he hasn’t found
any evidence yet.
Legally, she’s my grandmother,
and they can’t check her face
because she’s in the ICU.
No one will believe that.
Why do you think I'm still on your side?
Could it be that you have feelings for me?
No!
I knew that.
You didn't have to deny it so strongly.
When you said that even the poor
deserve to receive an apology,
you looked like Joan of Arc.
“Wow, so this is what she's made of.
She makes it possible for poor people
like us to make a difference.”
Since then,
I kept supporting you without question
through this shit hole that is politics.
I wasn’t ashamed or scared
of becoming shit stained.
I got this far just for you alone.
Stop being so honest.
It’s getting on my nerves.
Everyone in our campaign
has bet their lives on you.
So do your best.
I’ll protect grandma.
RESTRICTED AREA
Grandma.
Candidate number one, Joo Sang-suk.
Good luck.
Okay.
Grandma, I’m sorry.
Please give me one more chance.
I became a politician 12 years ago
while fighting an insurance company
who made the poor cry
with deceptive fine prints.
I earned the nickname ‘thirst-quencher’
and my grandmother was very proud of me.
Ma’am.
Could you tell me your name?
Can you say your name?
Check her vitals.
But I've become rotten to the core.
If you give me one more chance,
I’ll go back to how I was back then,
and I'll try my best.
I’ll right the wrong.
My dear Sang-suk.
Help her grow up, please.
Please.
CANDIDATE NUMBER 1 JOO SANG-SUK
Why are you doing this?
We’re almost there.
When you go down,
you’ll take all of us down with you.
Are you going to be backing
Nam Yong-seong instead?
Let’s not waste our breaths.
Mr. Kim. I can’t quit.
I just did what you ordered me to do.
The foundation and the college too.
I lent you my grandmother’s name
because you needed that.
But 150 billion won?
Your grandmother's not even dead.
If that gets out,
your candidacy will be voided.
Who says? My grandmother is dead.
You know how much I respect you. I...
I get it.
Honey.
Honey, I think I’m back.
I’m a man, it’s raining.
If I’m reborn, I’ll marry you again.
My grandmother died a long time ago.
We did it. I’m finally back.
What’s wrong?
HONEST CANDIDATE
It’s here.
You’re not in contact
with your old friends, right?
Honey, let’s go.
No politician ever stays this long
at the funeral of their aide’s relative.
I’ll get the car.
What are you doing at a funeral?
That’s enough.
Mr. Park, you’re doing great work.
You found a great funeral photo.
Did you Google that?
Get rid of him.
What are you doing?
-Stop. Don’t do this.
-Step back.
Must you do this to the deceased?
We want to ID her ourselves
before she’s cremated.
This is a destruction of evidence.
If it’s really Mr. Park’s grandmother,
why are you hiding it?
Open the door.
-Yes.
-No, no...
-Don’t touch.
-Step back!
Get out of here.
She’s so strong.
If you step all over me like this,
I won’t just stay put.
Get ready to write an apology
to the entire nation.
Should I get the media?
All of you, please!
Just stop it.
I’ll drop out.
Ms. Joo.
Really?
You know that I can’t lie.
Mr. Kim, who I love and respect...
I’ll take full responsibility,
so please head back.
Can we really just leave?
Can you trust her?
You love and respect them?
Hui-cheol.
She’s not someone to give up so easily.
Why did you come here?
You’ve part ways with her.
This is my reputation.
Right, loyalty.
Do you have something
that she could use against you?
No, nothing like that.
Mr. Kim took care of
the last hidden camera.
Hidden camera?
Well, it’s nothing.
No way, she was in it too...
Joo Sang-suk.
Since you’re a pro, I thought
you may have kept an original copy.
It’s right here.
Here.
Fifty million won, please.
Holy...
That’s worth a hundred million won.
Could I get fifty million won in change?
Who keeps fifty million won around?
Forget it, take it back.
No, wait a minute.
I’m flustered.
You don’t have fifty million won?
-Okay, deal.
-No, I can’t.
-No.
-Why?
-Okay. Let’s go with 100 million won.
-What?
-Seriously?
-Yes.
This is the original, right?
Yes, thank you.
Thank you too.
Thank you.
She said she’ll get me a used car.
I could’ve died
if I hadn't taken the change.
Don’t follow me. You're like a bumper car!
I saw Mr. Kim go through here once.
Mr. Kim? Where?
It’s here.
Huh?
What? There was a secret room here?
They’ll never look for you
in their own hideout.
Come out when the voting is over.
This is worth fifty million won.
We won’t ever use it,
but it’s our final piece of leverage,
so keep it well.
You need to be elected
to expose the truth.
I’m off.
Mr. Park.
I know I’m working hard.
Leave the car.
Did you get a new car?
It’s the used car you got me.
SCHOLARSHIP REFUND PROTOCOL
I would want to die too
if they ask for the scholarship back
like this.
114TH DAY OF OK-HUI COLLEGE STUDENT
CHOI SEUL-GI IN COMA
MY SON TRIED TO COMMIT SUICIDE
WHEN COLLEGE WANTED THE SCHOLARSHIP BACK
I’m so sorry.
Mrs. Choi.
I’m really sorry.
Joo Sang-suk.
Shit.
I’m in a hurry, I’ll be back.
I promise.
Where are you going?
Park, where’s the car?
You got the flash drive, right?
That will ruin you too.
Hey!
HUSBAND
-Honey. Are you okay?
-Yeah, hey.
Where are you? I’m with Mr. Park.
It’s been so long since I last drove.
I'm sorry.
Uploading a video of her driving
would lose her thousands of votes.
Pull up.
Joo Sang-suk. Stop the car.
Hey! Lee Un-hak! You're such a traitor!
Joo Sang-suk.
You okay? Are you hurt?
I don't know, I’m okay.
There’s a car coming at me.
Oh my gosh.
A car is coming at me.
Crazy bastard, he was driving
straight at me.
Swallow it?
-Sang-suk.
-Assemblywoman Joo.
I don’t believe this.
-Joo Sang-suk.
-Gosh.
Come on, get out.
You conniving bastard.
What did you call me?
-Fuck you, asshole.
-Open this door.
What the hell, man.
-Assemblywoman Joo, are you hurt?
-Go stop them.
Honey, where are you?
Over here.
I came quickly, right?
Only I can be this quick.
Hey.
Sir, you take that side.
Will you be okay?
Of course. It's me.
I was an athletics major.
What’s with the mood?
-Is it just the three of you?
-Go away, you can’t come here.
You’ll get hurt.
You really don’t listen, huh?
I haven’t done this in a while.
-It’s in the car.
-It’s not here.
-Where...
-No, there.
There’s no way out.
Get back here.
Are you okay?
Piggybacking?
Stay right there.
Hold on.
You might not believe me,
but I fight really well.
I said I fight well.
Sang-suk, what’s with you?
Give me the flash drive.
-I don’t have it.
-Where is it?
-Honey.
-Assemblywoman Joo.
What are you doing?
Don’t tense up, you’ll hurt your shoulder.
It makes me mad as hell,
when you talk like that to my wife.
It makes it seem like
you two are close friends!
Honey, hit somewhere
that’s not noticeable.
-Not noticeable?
-What do you think you’re doing?
Careful, I’m closing the door.
You son of a bitch.
Honey, get going.
Grab her.
Be careful, Assemblywoman Joo.
Hey, Joo Sang-suk.
I’m so sorry.
I’ll break your spine.
Taxi.
Just drive. I’m in a hurry.
Wait a minute.
Ma’am, where to?
What?
Where are you heading to?
You said you’re in a hurry.
I don’t know.
CANDIDATE NUMBER 1 JOO SANG-SUK
I thought you’d do good,
not rot like this.
I didn’t rot.
You really think you helped them?
I’m so sorry.
Mrs. Choi.
Do it right.
Take it.
-What is it?
-A gift.
A big scoop.
Joo as in Joo Sang-suk?
You’re giving yourself up? Why?
I don’t know, maybe I’ve grown up.
Don’t fall for me.
YEOUIDO JOO
Hold on.
Where are you going?
What’s with him?
My gosh.
No way.
Something unbelievable
happened to me a few days ago.
CANDIDATE JOO SANG-SUK
DECLARATION OF RESIGNATION
It was a short time,
but it was an important time
that I got to reflect on myself.
I’ll come clean and confess everything.
I--
-Candidate Joo.
-Ma’am.
-Since when were you...
-Candidate Joo.
How did you obtain the videos?
Are you ready to face legal retributions?
How did you come to this conclusion?
-What's this?
-No idea.
Why did you expose everyone?
Everyone?
We have a shocking news.
People are up in arms, seeing politicians
-behaving badly.
-Corruption, assault, sexual favors,
videos of all these accusations...
We’ve finally uncovered the identity
of the infamous public urination perp.
He’s none other than
Congressman Hong Bang-sik,
he was never identified
or captured for a long...
This is a footage from Yeouido Joo.
Known as the people's father,
Assemblyman Choi Young-seok...
Investigation petition has reached
over a million signatures in a day.
Assemblyman Choi Young-tae,
who charged a woman for assault
was caught taking an upskirt photo
prior to the assault.
Daehan’s Party Leader Kim Sang-pyo was
seen gambling at the party HQ.
Mr. Kim thought of the public
as moronic pigs.
When the reporters tracked down
Mr. Kim for an interview,
he fled the scene immediately.
‘Yeouido Joo’ was essentially
‘Yeouido Zoo.’
How did I confuse J with Z?
Zoo was the most expensive drive.
I worked so hard to collect that set.
THE LATE KIM OK-HUI
Good bye, grandma.
Candidate Shin Ji-seon won
the election after beating Candidate Joo,
who dropped out before ballot counting.
Although Mr. Kim was found
to be behind Ok-hui Foundation,
Candidate Joo has decided to voluntarily
get investigated by the prosecution
JOO SANG-SUK’S SENSIBLE JAIL DIARY
2 YEARS LATER
Breakfast is ready.
Are you uncomfortable with Candidate Nam
running for mayor,
who lost to you by just eight votes?
Not at all.
If he wins, I’ll gladly buy him a drink
to congratulate him.
We have to help each other
for Hyuntan to grow, right?
Your hairstyle sure looks nice.
I wish Hyuntan would go under.
How could you say that?
If you hate the president,
will you want the country to go under?
How many racquets do you have?
Are you aiming for the nationals?
Well, it's not like you’re employed.
How was my show yesterday?
Wasn’t it awesome?
I could be the lead soon.
-Why don’t you give it up?
-What?
You look like a show-off,
and your acting is bad.
I'm just glad that I didn't have to
pay for the ticket.
No way. Everyone’s saying they love it.
Probably just the 32 people
in your fan club.
Then give me money for acting classes.
Me too.
I need to buy lunch for my badminton club
because I've become president.
I don't have any.
What about the royalties from the book?
I used it to pay Seul-gi’s hospital bill.
Wasn't he discharged?
I gave him a lifetime scholarship.
-What? What about us then?
-What? What about us then?
Like father, like son.
You two are so alike.
Able-bodied men like you should be
contributing to our society.
What if I die first?
You’ll resort to getting loans
and be under a ton of debt.
You’ll be sold off to a shrimp boat
and your organs will be sold off.
You'll eat shit,
and you'll be locked up like a slave.
If you don’t want to live like that,
get your act together starting today.
I’m off. Enjoy the rest of your meal.
The stew’s overcooked.
It’s Candidate Joo.
How do you feel about entering
the race for the Seoul mayoral election?
They agreed not to mention
your prison sentence.
So if you can go easy on certain topics...
You’ve changed.
Will people forget I was in prison
if I go easy on them?
I’m just saying that we should go easy
since it’s your first debate.
Trust me.
I am "the people's grenade".
She should have bought herself
a new pair of shoes.
Did you see my column?
I gave you a push.
Mr. Kim.
Your job as the media
is to maintain a neutral position.
Now that you’re a star journalist
and only care about TV shows like this,
your articles have lost their bite.
I liked her more when she lied.
CANDIDATE NUMBER 7 JOO SANG-SUK
Good afternoon.
I’m Kim Jun-yeong, and this is
the 38th Seoul mayoral election debate.
With the election only ten days away,
the campaigning is heating up.
But independent candidates had
little chance to disclose their policies.
Please let her make a ton of money.
We’re so poor that we sew our undies
when they rip.
Please help her refrain from
going on a truth tirade.
My ears are about to bleed.
My mom suffered a heart failure
because of Sang-suk.
Do something about her tongue,
I’m sick of it.
She didn’t give me the 300 million won
after my military service.
She promised me 3 billion won.
Change her back to how she was before.
Please.
-Please.
-Please.
Hello, I’m a Seoul mayoral candidate
Joo Sang-suk.
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