Mabu (1961) - full transcript
A man tries to raise his two sons and two daughters under some of the most adverse conditions known to man. The father operates a horse-drawn cart, but in a city that is modernizing after the destruction of the Korean War, automobiles are making carts obsolete. The children are experiencing difficulties as well. The eldest son has flunked the bar exam twice and is not hopeful of passing it a third time to become a lawyer. The eldest daughter is mute and married to an abusive husband. The younger daughter tries to pose as a rich university student to move up in life. The youngest son has a penchant for petty theft.
THE COACHMAN
Get him!
Get that thief!
Get him!
Thief!
Get that thief!
- Watch where you're going!
- Thief!
Thief!
Dirty thief!
You're here.
Do as I say, and you'll live
like a politician's daughter.
From tomorrow, we do
everything together, okay?
But I look so shabby...I can't.
There's nothing you can't fix
for larger gain, right?
There's so much you
need to learn.
Be at my place by
10am, tomorrow.
Why take people scorning you for
being a horse keeper's daughter?
Mija! Don't tell my father and
brother about this, okay?
Okay.
One sweet potato, please!
You always want sweet potatoes!
Why shouldn't I be persistent?
For the past 5-6 years I've
wasted my time as your mistress,
but what have you done for me?
I can't sell my horses!
Oh, just do as I say.
- Madame!
- What is it?
The horse keepers want
to settle the account.
Tell them to wait! Let
me enjoy my drink...
Okay.
She wants you to wait...
I guess Mr. Hwang's here.
- Soowon.
- Yes?
- How old are you?
- What?
Why do you ask? I'm 37!
Ha! Old enough!
She's too old to
be a housemaid.
I've been told she's a widow.
Are you playing detective?
What's with all the questions?
A pretty face like that,
shouldn't be working so hard.
Hey, where are you going?
I'm getting some water.
Oh, look at you, I
have some here.
Lend me a calabash.
Here's your water!
- Isn't this liquor?
- Shh, drink up.
- Soowon!
- Yes.
Mr. Hwang's leaving.
Bring his shoes.
What are you doing over there?
Chunsam!
- Hurry. He's in a hurry...
- Yes, ma'am.
That water tastes great.
Can't you tie a shoelace?
Concentrate, woman!
- You've been distracted lately.
- Brush the dust off his shoes!
Yes ma'am.
Ask for some liquor money.
Have a safe trip.
Good day, sir.
- So, the money's good these days?
- Yes, thanks to you.
- Good.
- Good bye, sir.
- How about some liquor money, sir?
- Just enough for 2-3 drinks.
What, liquor money? You
think I'm your bank?
Hurry!
All together we've earned
a total of 6,800 won.
I only made 800.
Business has been bad lately.
What's going on?
We've managed only
3-4 rounds today.
The cars are stealing
our business.
If things keep up like this,
we're in deep trouble.
I'll have to sell the horses.
I'm sorry...
- Let's go.
- Choonsam, let's go to...
Hey, come on...
Go!
Welcome.
- Where's Okhee?
- She quit today.
She quit? What for?
She followed her friend, Mija.
Will it be coffee?
Why do you always get beaten up?
Can't you fight back?
Why do you always
get into fights?
Go inside, Sis!
Hurry!
- Okhee, get dinner ready.
- Okay.
If you're going to keep
this up, then quit school!
- You should have let him get beaten up.
- Go inside!
Stupid son-of-a-bitch!
Dad, I'll scold him, so
go have your dinner.
- Bring in the horse.
- Okay.
- Okhee, get dinner ready!
- Okay.
Why do you look so glum?
Did they forget your wages?
I quit today.
What, quit? Did you mess up?
Good! Stay home and
tend to the housework!
- Okhee,
- Bring Sis her dinner.
- Okay.
- Did you feed the horse?
- Yes.
Eat your dinner.
Okhee's quit the cafe. You
think she's met some guy?
If she has, she's
in big trouble!
The cafe's new owner
has a bad temper.
This rice tastes great! This
can't be Okhee's work.
In fact, Sis came
and cooked it.
What, Okrae came home?
Was she kicked out again?
No!
Dad, don't be mad with Sis.
It's not her fault.
It breaks my heart to
be angry with her.
Her husband's gone mad.
He's fallen for a barmaid.
- Is that so?
- Yes.
Don't even mention his name!
Tomorrow, I'm going
to whip him!
Oh my back.
It's okay. Don't bother.
Eat your dinner, eat!
Dad, from tomorrow,
I'll pull the horse.
Nonsense, I won't allow it!
Your exam's right
around the corner.
Do your best this time.
Please don't mention
it to anyone, okay?
You're my pride and joy.
Why wouldn't I want to?
If you fail this time,
there's always next year.
I'll do my best, Dad.
If only you passed, I could
die right this moment.
I trust the fortune
teller's predictions.
Of my fate? Oh, Dad...
What's going on?
Are you going to pay me
back or just run with it?
Why would I run?
Business is slow.
I'm sorry I missed our
meeting last night.
You've got to tell me whether
the money's coming in or not.
I need a straight answer!
Are you toying with me?
Just wait a few more days.
Give me a chance.
You've got some nerve!
So I'll have to wait until your
son passes the national exam?
You owe me over 40,000.
- Including interest, 40,000!
- Oh, you're here.
- So, you're here to play lawyer again?
- I'm sorry sir.
Don't be. It's your father
who should be sorry.
Please, just a few more
days, as Dad says.
I've been waiting
all this time!
Don't start so early in the morning.
Go on.
What!
So, I've ruined your morning!
I've waited 9 months! Your son's
studies aren't everything!
It's not that I
don't understand.
I don't want to
brag, but my son,
earns 5,000 hwan each day!
Sooner or later I'll get a
job, so don't be so angry.
You think I can help it?
You'll never make it.
Passing the exam won't
give you the world.
Even three years of
fighting the Japanese
will give you 2-3
pieces of weaponry.
You think you'll ever
become a man of law?
Don't even think about it.
Before you leave, pay
what you owe me.
- And stop making me look bad...
- Good bye.
Oh, something's been spilled!
When did she come?
That wench's always coming
here after being kicked out!
What's the problem?
Dad, don't be mad.
I'll never know unless
she says something!
She has to tell me
what the problem is!
Why are you here?
The bastard!
You don't deserve being smacked
around for being a mute!
Let's go!
Dad, I'll go see him.
No, I'm going to put an end to this.
Let's go!
Open up!
Open up!
Changduk!
Open the door!
- Who is it?
- It's me!
Go into the kitchen...
Why did you lock the door?
It's you, father.
- Are you angry with me, father?
- Don't call me father!
Why have you kicked my
poor mute daughter out?
I never kicked her out.
- Please put yourself in my position.
- Did you say position?
You knew she was a mute when you
married her, right? Answer me!
Has the devil gotten
your tongue?
It's your luck to be able
to woo dozens of women,
but if you can't be decent,
you're no worse than a beast!
People may look down on
her for being a mute
and a horse keeper's daughter, but
to me, she's my precious child.
Wasn't it you who killed your only child?
What wench have you fallen for this time?
Is this how you pay me back for
saving you during the war?
If you continue to beat her and
kick her out, where could she go?
Where? Bastard! Are you going
to continue this madness?
Or live up to
yourself as a man!
You moron, this is
your home for good.
This is where you live and die.
It's your home.
Don't take it out on her! He's the bad guy!
He beats her day and night.
I apologize for making
such a commotion.
Poor thing.
Okhee, where are you going?
I stopped by the cafe.
They told me you quit.
- Did something happen?
- Don't ask!
Okay. Three months and you're
already bored of your job...
- Where's your brother?
- He's pulling the horse.
Pulling the horse? His exam's coming up.
He has to study...
What's the use? He's
already failed 3 times.
Okhee...
You need to find another job,
not lounge around like this.
In fact, I'm going out
for a job interview.
If you're interested, I can get
you a job at the factory.
My friend's going to introduce
me to a couple of jobs.
Okhee, what's going on? Are
you going to settle things?
Just wait for 2-3 more days.
You keep on saying that.
What am I supposed to do?
- I'll pay you back, so don't worry.
- Goodness...
My brother will be back soon, so
please look after our house.
Are you going out again?
Okhee, I'll give you a ride.
But that thing's embarrassing!
Hey, Soo-up!
Why did you take out the horse?
You can't do that
without my permission.
What happened?
The horse was frightened
by a passing car.
Moron! You think anyone can do my job?
Do as you're told, and study!
- Go and study.
- Okay.
Leave it, leave it!
This will fit you. Put it on.
Wow, it looks great.
How come everything fits
you to perfection?
I guess it's a good sign?
It's true that clothes make the person.
You look great.
- Really?
- Of course!
Hold this and walk for me.
How?
What men look at the most are
a woman's chest and hips.
So, slightly spread your
chest, hips out a bit..
And sway from side to side!
Watch how I do it.
Like this, okay?
No problem!
Now walk! And push
out your chest!
- I feel like I'll fall. My hee...
- Be careful!
When you walk, place your
weight on your toes
and slightly raise your heels.
Now try it.
- Like this?
- Try to be a bit more natural.
Like this...
Good?
The perfume's so strong.
If we're to stop by the beauty
salon, we need to rush.
- Smells good, right?
- Great.
Do men smell as good?
- They smell a bit bitter than this!
- Bitter?
- Put these on.
- Gloves too?
Now, match your walk with me.
- May I take your order?
- A little later.
- What if he doesn't show up?
- He's coming.
I feel like everyone's
staring at me.
It's because you give
a good impression.
You look so different with
your hair like that.
- Really?
- Of course!
Okhee...In front of men, you need to
look like you own the world. Okay?
They're here!
Over here!
I'm sorry we're late.
It's okay.
Okee, say hello. Mr. Kim,
I'll introduce you.
This is Ha Okhee,
my best friend.
She majored in Home
Economics at S Univ.
Her father runs a large business
at the Namdaemun market.
I see. I am Kim Byungkook.
How do you do? I am Lee Gapduk.
How do you do?
Mr. Kim's a K Univ.
graduate, and a sportsman.
His father runs Tongyang Corp.
where he's exec. director.
I guess I manage to put
food on my table.
Miss Ha, you give a
nice first impression.
- She was popular in school.
- It's an honor.
- Miss Ha!
- Yes?
You look like you're
uncomfortable.
May I take your order?
What would you like?
- We'll have tea.
- We'll have coffee!
How is your father's business?
Good! He's quite
busy these days.
- What does your brother do?
- He works for an airline company.
- What about your sister?
- She's married.
- What's your hobby?
- My hobby?
Are you blind?
Drive!
Soowon, your face tells me you
bring good luck to others.
Are you serious?
Of course I am. Look at me.
Do I look like a liar?
Make some time for
me tomorrow, okay?
What for?
I am taking the day off
tomorrow, just for you!
You've never been to a
movie theater, have you?
Theater?
It's been so long since
I've been to one.
I knew it! Finish breakfast early
and meet me here tomorrow, okay?
I have to get permission
from the mistress.
Don't tell her that
you're seeing me, okay?
Oh, I forgot.
This isn't much but buy some face cream,
and take a bath before you meet me!
Where did you get this money?
- Watch where you put your hands!
- It's broken!
What are we going to do?
- Don't worry.
- Why did you break the bowl!
For my sake, calm down.
- Darn!
- I'll pay for the dish.
- Look at you!
- Don't worry.
I can go home and change!
- Don't worry!
- I'm sorry!
- Those look delicious.
- Welcome.
Those rice cakes look good.
Let's have a taste.
- Buy some.
- Okay.
Delicious! Give me
300 hwan's worth.
The middle, give me
the middle part.
- Welcome.
- Is the mistress away?
She went to see a movie,
so she's not home.
Thank god. Business has
been awful today.
How come? Did something happen?
No, it's nothing.
Soowon...I have
something for you.
Something for me? What?
Let's go inside.
Soowon, you like rice cakes, right?
Here!
Where did you get them?
- Was there a special ceremony?
- Not at all.
I know you like rice cakes, so
I bought them on the street.
I often eat them.
So, you should give
them to your children.
But I bought them for you!
There's no need. I know
you have a good heart.
Soowon...
I need to get some water.
Oh, get up!
I'm always imposing on you...
From now on don't drink from the faucet.
Just ask for water.
I just did it for fun.
Now have a snack.
- Isn't this a chicken leg?
- Someone brought it.
Go inside, and
have some dinner!
But the mistress will be
furious if she finds out!
It'll take her a while.
So come inside.
- Sit over there.
- Okay.
- But it's the master's table...
- Don't worry.
- Can you spare some time tomorrow?
- Is something up?
Ever since coming to Seoul, I've
never been to a movie theater.
I guess it's been
five years for me.
I told the mistress I'm visiting
my aunt in Chongnyangni.
If that's what you want, sure!
The mistress keeps complaining
that business is bad,
she'll sell the horses,
quit everything...
So take this, and give
it to her later.
That Choonsam's already here.
- Now, eat up.
- Okay.
Soowon! We're here, open up!
Your friends are here.
- Open the door!
- Damn it!
I'm coming!
- Hurry and hide over there.
- Open up!
I'm coming!
Hurry up!
- Why did you lock the gate?
- Come in.
- Is the mistress home?
- She went to see a movie...
Where's Choonsam?
He's not here yet.
Didn't you see him?
His horse is standing in front of the gate.
Where could he be?
I guess he's at the
bar down the lane.
- Then let's get a drink, too.
- Yeah, let's go.
Have a good time.
- Wait, I need to go to the toilet.
- The toilet's under repair today.
You can use the one at the bar.
Let's go.
That would be better.
- I'll be first to be back, okay?
- Okay.
Oh brother! Soo-up!
Stand straight!
Soo-up! Come and look at this.
Hey, wake up! Why do you
always get beat up?
What happened? Did you
get into a fight again?
Go inside!
- Hey! What did you do to yourself?
- What?
- It's none of your business.
- How dare you?
Don't interfere with my life!
Go inside!
Lie down.
Get a grip on yourself!
Okhee, come in here!
Kim Byungkook?
- Who is he?
- He's my boyfriend.
Boyfriend?
- Did he buy all this for you?
- Of course.
You need to know that your
head's as empty as this purse.
Are you already using your
looks to get things?
It's better than being despised
as a coachman's daughter.
Is that so tragic for you?
Think of Dad who single-handedly
brought us up without Mom!
It's our fault that
we've been born poor.
What?
- Why did you slap me!
- I'm putting some sense into you!
People despise you because you
never work hard for anything!
You think the exam's
so important?
You've already failed 3 times!
- You're home, Dad?
- Yeah.
- It was a good day.
- You're late.
Hey, is Daeup home?
He fell asleep after
playing soccer all day.
He's fast asleep.
Go feed the horse.
He's a good boy...
- Is Okhee home?
- Yes.
Come inside.
Is she asleep already? Hey!
Leave her be. She seems
to have a headache.
A headache?
Dad...
- You must be hungry.
- Me? Not really.
A couple of drinks have
put you in good spirits.
- Do I look happy?
- Yes.
It was a good day.
Have some rice cakes.
Wake up Daeup.
Were you at some
special ceremony?
- Of course not...
- Then where did you get them?
The housemaid at the horse
owner's gave them for you.
Now eat!
Really? She's such a nice lady.
She thinks the world of me.
By the way, yesterday you
said you had to buy a book?
Here!
But business must've been bad.
Did you borrow money again?
Of course I didn't. I told
you it was a good day.
Did that lady give this
money to you as well?
No...
I played a few games with the guys.
I had a winning streak.
You did?
Now go and study!
Okay. You must be tired.
Get some sleep, Dad.
Okay. Now go study.
Oh boy!
Hurry and bring my dinner!
Damn...
In two weeks, money comes in.
We can move then.
If that's what you want,
it's not a problem.
Now eat.
- But I don't have a spoon.
- Hey, you go get one!
- The stupid wench...
- She's such a moron!
Now eat.
Shit! Can't you just drop dead?
Damn!
Are you thirsty, Dad? Do you
want me to get you some water?
Don't worry. I knocked something
over while drinking water.
- Go sleep!
- Okay.
Why does he have
such sharp ears?
Damn, it's burnt!
Doesn't he sleep?
Dad, did you burn
your trousers?
Were you watching?
Has it started already?
Please take off your hat!
Strange...
I shouldn't have given
her that money.
I enjoyed the film.
We missed the first part.
Eat.
Miss Ha, there's a lot
of people here today...
Yes, I guess it's because it's
.
You must be starving.
Let's grab some lunch.
- Let's finish the movie.
- But we've seen the movie.
Go.
Damn, is this the only
theater in town?
Please take off your hat.
I'm sorry we missed
the first part.
We can come again.
Why did I have to meet
that brat there?
- Promise we'll go again.
- Of course.
- Customer!
- Okay!
Welcome!
What's wrong?
Damn, is this the only
hot soup diner in town?
Did someone you know come in?
- May I take your order?
- Hot beef soup?
- Yeah, hot beef soup.
- Yes sir!
Two hot beef soups!
- Let's go.
- What?
We're in the wrong diner.
- Is that your son?
- That punk!
Hey! Give it to me! Give it!
Give it to me!
Stupid wench! Give it!
Give it here!
Give it!
Give it to me!
Did you bite me? Give it to me!
How dare you run!
Bitch!
Dad! Your hat.
- Your exam starts today, right?
- Yes.
You're confident, aren't you?
I had a good dream last night.
Keep it to yourself, Dad.
Don't let me lose
face this time.
Have you been kicked out again?
You stupid wench! I'd rather die
than be kicked around like that!
- Please calm down!
- Die!
Calm down, Dad!
What did I do to deserve this?
Oh, you wench.
Dad, stop it!
Why isn't the grim reaper
here to claim your soul?
Stop it Dad. It's
not her fault!
Stop...
What did I do to deserve this?
I can't take it anymore.
Each time I'm about to
forget, she comes back.
Will that bastard keep
pushing her around?
Sis... Don't cry.
I have a date, so lend it to
me for just one day, okay?
Okhee? When can I
meet your brother?
- He left for Hong Kong yesterday.
- Okhee!
Hong Kong? Why
didn't you say so!
- I found out after he left.
- I see! Okhee!
- Excuse me for a moment.
- Okay.
You look so different all
dressed up like that!
Has your brother gone
to take the exam?
I don't care whether he
takes his exam or not!
- What do you want?
- I was going to have lunch with you!
I already had lunch
with that client.
How long have you known him?
Long enough! He promised to get
me a job at a trade company.
Okhee, don't trust him.
Don't waste your time
on a fraud like him.
That's enough! Are
you being jealous?
Hey, Okhee. Listen to me.
Do you know what guys like
that will do to you?
They promised to hire you at the factory.
Start tomorrow.
- Okhee!
- Yes!
- Don't you feel sorry for your poor Dad?
- I don't want to hear anymore!
Okhee!
Who's that man?
- The company chauffeur.
- I see. Get in the car.
- Dad!
- Oh, it's you.
- How was the exam?
- We'll see.
What, we'll see?
It's getting chilly, I'll
run the horse from now on!
shut up!
You'll just be dropping
things like last time!
- Soo-up.
- Yes?
- Here, go have a bowl of noodles.
- No.
- Don't be late.
- Okay.
- Don't be late, Dad.
- Okay.
Hello.
Don't have me fooled again.
- What? What do you mean?
- It's nothing.
- Mr. Ha! Mr. Ha!
- Soowon.
- Are you on your way home?
- Yes.
Why did you buy so much!
Your son's exam
is today, right?
Yes, but...we'll be sure
when he finally passes.
This morning I prayed to
the gods for him to pass.
Take this, and make some
hot soup for your son.
You're always so kind to me.
Then just one. Just one.
Good.
I guess I've been
fooling myself.
- Go now. Go.
- Yes.
- Take care.
- Okay.
Hey, Soowon! Soowon,
wait for me!
Soowon! Hey! What do
you think of me?
- Let go of me!
- Don't I deserve a fish?
Let go of me, I'm busy!
Hey, so I've given you
money for nothing?
Why did you trick me?
- I said, I'm busy!
- Soowon!
You took me as a fool!
I'll get you!
You fiend, Choonsam!
Soo-up!
You're home, sir.
What brings you here?
Soo-up took his exam. I
wanted to know how he did.
You're a good friend to him.
No, in fact... You came
to see Okhee, right?
- Where's Soo-up?
- The public bathhouse.
Yeah? Were you
tending the house?
- Let's go inside.
- Sir!
You have the best manners
in your family.
Mr. Ha! Mr. Ha!
Daeup's big sister's
drowned in the Han river!
What, Okrae?
Yes, she died as soon
as she hit the water.
Are you serious!
Let's go in my truck! Hurry!
Here come the victim's family.
What's her father's name?
Ha Choonsam.
Take the body home.
Okrae!
Open your eyes and look at me!
Look at your Dad!
How could you die!
You could never call me Dad!
You could never call your
siblings by their names!
I may have brought you
out into this world,
but I've been so
wrong about you!
I killed you. Forgive me!
For the past 30 years, you've
been scorned for being a mute.
And now you're gone.
You yearned to live with me,
but I couldn't accept it.
It wasn't because I
didn't love you!
- Dad, calm down. Dad!
- Mr. Ha, look at this.
Her frozen hands washed this laundry.
She never finished!
Poor wench. How could
she leave like this?
Sis, Sis...
Stop it. It's no use thinking of the poor thing!
So, just calm down.
All applications closed!
It's been three months since
sadness hit our household.
To repay my father for all his
support, I've tried seeking a job,
only to be discouraged
by harsh reality.
I'm doubtful of the
results of this exam,
and for this, I am terribly
embarrassed to face my father.
Yong! yong!
What the...Damn!
What have you done, Choonsam!
Where did you leave
your senses!
Look at the car. See what you've
done to the license plate!
I'm so sorry. Mr. Hwang...
I'll see to it that you never
run that horse again!
Ah it really hurts...
Dad, let's go to the hospital
early in the morning.
No need for that.
It costs money to go to the hospital.
We don't have that money.
I'll go see Mr. Hwang!
He's the one who hit you.
He has some nerve to scold you
rather than pay for your injuries.
Stop it. Stop.
It's true that his horse puts meals
on our table. Forget about it.
Anyone home?
- I'm from the horse owner's place.
- I see.
I came to see your father...
- He's resting.
- I see.
But do come in.
- Who is it?
- You have a guest.
Who is it?
- Dad!
- Soowon,
What brings you here so
early in the morning?
How are you doing?
I heard the news
this morning...
- Soo-up...
- Yes?
Say hello. This is Soowon whom
I've been talking about.
- No need for that...
- I heard so much about you.
- How do you do?
- Hello.
- Where's Okhee?
- I think she went to the market.
I made these pants
for your father.
But I'm terrible at sewing.
Put them away.
Thank you so much.
- This too. Serve some for him.
- Of course.
Why did you bring so much?
Don't say that.
I have some bad news.
Did something happen?
This morning, Mr. Hwang made a big
fuss about selling the horse.
- My horse?
- I guess so.
Dad, you shouldn't take this!
After all, he's the one who
made you like this...
- I'll go see him.
- You stay put!
Dad, we didn't do anything wrong.
The truth has to be told!
Soo-up!
Is he really going
to sell the horse?
Don't worry too much. It's
because you're not well.
I'll go with him.
Soowon, I'm so sorry.
Don't worry about me.
Get some rest.
Madam, I'm back.
- You have a guest.
- Who can it be?
If it's for me, tell
them I'm not home!
How do you do?
What brings you here?
Oh, you must've
heard from Soowon.
I heard you were going to sell the horse.
From now on I'll pull the horse.
The job's not for anyone! You'll
trip over the horse's hooves.
I'm a horse keeper's son,
why wouldn't I manage?
You're selling the horse because
my father's ill, right?
It's my horse. How dare you
come here to confront me...
I'm not here to confront you.
If you sell the horse now,
it'll be unfair to my father.
Unfair? It's his fault
he wrecked my car.
He's the one who
should be sorry.
Madam, my father has no fault.
The accident was caused
by Mr.Hwang's car.
What? The accident was
caused by Mr.Hwang's car?
Yes, it's true.
All those law studies have
put words in your mouth.
What, the car caused
the accident?
Sir, I'll pull the horse until
my father gets better.
Please don't sell the horse.
So, our future man of law's
going to pull the horse?
That should be in the news.
It doesn't take law
studies to pull a horse.
You think taking the exam
makes you better than us?
That's so unfair.
The powerful helping the helpless,
isn't that social justice?
No medical compensation
is one thing,
but selling the horse,
that's too much.
You're just a horse
keeper's son.
How dare you make a commotion
at this time in the morning!
I'm selling the horse,
and that's final!
This discussion's over!
I had a bad dream last night. I
should've seen this coming!
How dare you treat your
elders like this?
What's going on? Why are
you taking the horse?
It's in exchange for
your father's debt.
It's been settled
with your father.
If you can bring the money
today, then it's yours.
- Changsoo!
- Hey, what brings you here?
I have some urgent matter
to discuss with you.
Urgent matter?
Your father has taken our horse
in exchange for our debt.
He did? But he would
never do that.
I won't explain. I'll
promise I'll pay you back.
Just lend me some fast cash.
If it's true, then my
father's done wrong.
I'll give you the money.
Keep it a secret from my father,
and get your horse back.
- I'm so grateful.
- Let's go in my truck.
- Hey, hey!
- Stop, let go of me.
You think I'm for free?
I don't think so.
If you won't marry me,
I'll kill myself!
How dare you threaten me!
You fraud, bully! I won't let
you get away with this!
Fraud?
A horse keeper's daughter
should play in her own league.
Your father owns
a big business?
Your brother works for an airline company?
He went to Hong Kong?
Take this off!
You dirty bitch!
What do you want?
Oh, the chauffeur.
Aren't you being too
harsh on a weak lady?
Why do you care?
I mean, don't make
things worse, okay?
No need for violence.
You talk too much!
Bastard!
Okhee... Didn't I
tell you last time?
That he's no good...
I'm sorry. I'm so angry...
Don't be. Wipe your tears.
Let's take you to the hospital.
Is there a Ha Choonsam here?
Yes, I am Ha Choonsam.
Did my son do anything wrong?
Yes, last night this student
stole a woman's purse.
However it seems that he
didn't do it on purpose.
So, this time I'll let
him off the hook.
I hope you will teach him
never to do this again.
Okay?
Sir, I'm so sorry.
Okay. And you! Don't forget
your promise to me.
- Good day.
- It'll never happen again.
Have a good day.
I never sent you to school
to become a thief, did I?
But I didn't steal, Dad.
Okhee's run off with
a man, and now you!
You may as well
join your mother!
My dear wife, I can't believe
our son's like this.
I feel helpless.
I never did anything wrong,
just pulled the horse.
Why is he breaking my heart?
If you can't be a
decent human being,
then let's just die in front
of your mother's grave!
You little brat!
I'd rather starve than steal!
Be a man! Not a thief!
I'll be a man, father...
Did something happen
to upset you?
It's nothing.
My son was not behaving.
How are you doing these days?
Thanks to you, I'm
feeling better.
Don't move too much.
The horse owner
must be furious...
She wants the horse
returned by tonight.
I'm planning to quit
my job tonight.
- You're quitting for good?
- Yes.
Mr. Kim seems to have
told Mr.Hwang about us.
Things are not the
same anymore.
But if you quit, where
are you going to go?
My brother asked me to live with him.
So, I might go back to my hometown.
That's a good idea.
After I killed Okrae,
I cannot face my
children anymore.
I understand.
I'm sorry but you need to return the
horse before its owner comes home,ok?
I will.
If your son passes the exam, it'll
be the end of your hardships.
Take good care of yourself.
I'll be going...
Soo-up!
Oh, hello there! Thanks to
you, I'm starting work today.
You'll need to help your Dad
until you get the exam results.
Oh, I met Okhee last night.
Okhee?
Really? She didn't come
home, last night.
I helped her cut her ties
with some bastards.
She was too embarrassed
to come home.
So from today, she'll be
working at the factory.
Really? Thank you so
much for doing that.
My Dad will be thrilled
to hear that.
The medicine's well done today.
Will there be a buyer if
the horse comes back?
I'll need to ask around. Why?
For some time, my
brother's been asking me
about finding a horse
available for sale.
Really? Then he can buy this one.
I'll give you a good price.
Okay, then I'll let him know.
Can you put cash up front?
I have my savings and
I own some land.
Oh that's right. Good.
When the horse comes tonight,
you can tell your brother.
Then I'll take the horse.
What brings you here Choonsam?
Your leg's still bad...
- I'm holding up.
- Hey!
What's up? Are you
okay with that leg?
- Are you going somewhere?
- Yeah.
I'm taking the horse
to its owner!
She's waiting with
an angry face.
Don't worry too much.
I'll let you know if
there's another horse.
- Go on.
- Take care of yourself.
He's in big trouble!
- Are you okay?
- How's the leg?
- See you around.
- Don't worry Choonsam.
Come by sometime.
Just take care of that leg.
Don't tell him I bought it.
- He'll get mad..
- Don't worry.
This ends our business. No
need to come here anymore.
And teach your children
some manners!
They should know how to
treat their elders!
My apologies...
Starving will teach you how
gracious I was to you!
Now go!
Bye, Yong...
Forget about it, Dad.
More liquor here.
I was way over my
head when I thought
I could pass the exam.
I'll start with anything
from tomorrow.
Don't be foolish.
You, earning money?
Don't worry! Tomorrow, I'll
look for another horse.
Don't feel bad about Yong.
Just stay home from now on.
Soo-up, let me
tell you a story.
When I was thirteen, I journeyed
with your grandfather
to the foreign plains of
Manchuria, penniless.
With the Japanese police on our
tails, and on an empty stomach,
we paved through
the heavy snow.
Finally your grandfather
got himself a carriage.
Despite the meager daily earnings,
he wanted me to get an education.
So he sent me to
school everyday.
But I wanted to earn money
rather than study.
My father slapped me senseless. And
screamed at the top of his lungs.
In less than a year,
he passed away
leaving me his carriage.
After I buried him
underneath a bridge,
I remember beginning
to sob with fear.
I didn't know how I would live.
Your father's lost his
chance for an education.
There's a time for studying.
I'll support you to the end,
so just pass the exam.
- I'll do my best, Dad.
- Good.
This isn't good for you.
Let's go.
Okay, let's go!
Come here.
- You're late.
- Hello.
I haven't seen Okhee for a
while, did she go somewhere?
That wench?
Don't worry too much about her.
Changsoo's got her a
job at the factory.
- Changsoo?
- Yes. Now go inside.
Let's go.
- Soo-up.
- Yes?
Go visit Okhee at the factory,
tomorrow morning.
Soo-up... What's going on?
Dad, you think he escaped here?
Oh my precious Yong! Did run
away 'cause you missed me?
Now eat.
Dad, a stranger tied the
horse here and left.
A stranger?
He didn't say who he was?
He told me to use the horse
well without telling anyone.
Without telling anyone?
Have I a secret benefactor?
I'm glad you're back.
Yong, I'm never letting
you go again.
- Soo-up! How are you holding up?
- I'm okay.
Hey! Look here!
Hello.
What's going on?
This horse was supposed to
go to Soowon's brother's.
Excuse me?
I see. So, he's
gotten to Soowon.
A coachman... They
deserve each other!
Madame Soowon?
- Can I have some water to wash my face?
- Okay.
Dad, the car's here.
When do the exam
results come out?
- At 2pm.
- Did you have a good dream?
Then meet me in front
of the company at 2pm.
- Have a nice day.
- Yes.
Excuse me... Where are the
exam results posted?
In front of Capitol Hall.
Why do you ask?
No, it's nothing.
- Thank you.
- Yes. Thank you.
- Welcome.
- Working hard?
I made this myself.
Please give it to Dad.
Wow, presents already?
I've come with Daeup.
- Daeup!
- Sis!
- Are you coming from school?
- Summer vacation's started yesterday.
- Let's go see Soo-up's exam results.
- Okay.
Changsoo, join us to see
Soo-up's exam results.
I wish I could, but I have to
take the truck in for repair.
- I'll stop by your house in the evening.
- Okay.
- Wait.
- Okay.
Look! Gil Changdeuk, passed!
Ha Soo-up
Soo-up!
Did you pass?
Dad!
Yes, you've passed!
- Dad.
- You've passed!
- Dad...
- Good job.
Let's go.
Dad, get up. Let's go.
Madame Soowon's here.
- Ma'am, what brings you here?
- Nice to see you.
Thank you so much.
How did you know...?
I was actually planning to go
visit you at your brother's.
I've been looking forward
to this day too.
Thank you. I owe it all to you.
Don't mention it... Now
you've really succeeded.
- Soo-up!
- Soo-up!
Soo-up!
Thanks for coming, Okhee!
- You came, ma'am?
- Thanks, Daeup...
Where's Changsoo?
- He had to go to the mechanic's to repair his truck.
- I see.
Dad...
Ma'am, can you be our
mother from now on?
- Okhee, let's go.
- Okay.
Let's go.
Get him!
Get that thief!
Get him!
Thief!
Get that thief!
- Watch where you're going!
- Thief!
Thief!
Dirty thief!
You're here.
Do as I say, and you'll live
like a politician's daughter.
From tomorrow, we do
everything together, okay?
But I look so shabby...I can't.
There's nothing you can't fix
for larger gain, right?
There's so much you
need to learn.
Be at my place by
10am, tomorrow.
Why take people scorning you for
being a horse keeper's daughter?
Mija! Don't tell my father and
brother about this, okay?
Okay.
One sweet potato, please!
You always want sweet potatoes!
Why shouldn't I be persistent?
For the past 5-6 years I've
wasted my time as your mistress,
but what have you done for me?
I can't sell my horses!
Oh, just do as I say.
- Madame!
- What is it?
The horse keepers want
to settle the account.
Tell them to wait! Let
me enjoy my drink...
Okay.
She wants you to wait...
I guess Mr. Hwang's here.
- Soowon.
- Yes?
- How old are you?
- What?
Why do you ask? I'm 37!
Ha! Old enough!
She's too old to
be a housemaid.
I've been told she's a widow.
Are you playing detective?
What's with all the questions?
A pretty face like that,
shouldn't be working so hard.
Hey, where are you going?
I'm getting some water.
Oh, look at you, I
have some here.
Lend me a calabash.
Here's your water!
- Isn't this liquor?
- Shh, drink up.
- Soowon!
- Yes.
Mr. Hwang's leaving.
Bring his shoes.
What are you doing over there?
Chunsam!
- Hurry. He's in a hurry...
- Yes, ma'am.
That water tastes great.
Can't you tie a shoelace?
Concentrate, woman!
- You've been distracted lately.
- Brush the dust off his shoes!
Yes ma'am.
Ask for some liquor money.
Have a safe trip.
Good day, sir.
- So, the money's good these days?
- Yes, thanks to you.
- Good.
- Good bye, sir.
- How about some liquor money, sir?
- Just enough for 2-3 drinks.
What, liquor money? You
think I'm your bank?
Hurry!
All together we've earned
a total of 6,800 won.
I only made 800.
Business has been bad lately.
What's going on?
We've managed only
3-4 rounds today.
The cars are stealing
our business.
If things keep up like this,
we're in deep trouble.
I'll have to sell the horses.
I'm sorry...
- Let's go.
- Choonsam, let's go to...
Hey, come on...
Go!
Welcome.
- Where's Okhee?
- She quit today.
She quit? What for?
She followed her friend, Mija.
Will it be coffee?
Why do you always get beaten up?
Can't you fight back?
Why do you always
get into fights?
Go inside, Sis!
Hurry!
- Okhee, get dinner ready.
- Okay.
If you're going to keep
this up, then quit school!
- You should have let him get beaten up.
- Go inside!
Stupid son-of-a-bitch!
Dad, I'll scold him, so
go have your dinner.
- Bring in the horse.
- Okay.
- Okhee, get dinner ready!
- Okay.
Why do you look so glum?
Did they forget your wages?
I quit today.
What, quit? Did you mess up?
Good! Stay home and
tend to the housework!
- Okhee,
- Bring Sis her dinner.
- Okay.
- Did you feed the horse?
- Yes.
Eat your dinner.
Okhee's quit the cafe. You
think she's met some guy?
If she has, she's
in big trouble!
The cafe's new owner
has a bad temper.
This rice tastes great! This
can't be Okhee's work.
In fact, Sis came
and cooked it.
What, Okrae came home?
Was she kicked out again?
No!
Dad, don't be mad with Sis.
It's not her fault.
It breaks my heart to
be angry with her.
Her husband's gone mad.
He's fallen for a barmaid.
- Is that so?
- Yes.
Don't even mention his name!
Tomorrow, I'm going
to whip him!
Oh my back.
It's okay. Don't bother.
Eat your dinner, eat!
Dad, from tomorrow,
I'll pull the horse.
Nonsense, I won't allow it!
Your exam's right
around the corner.
Do your best this time.
Please don't mention
it to anyone, okay?
You're my pride and joy.
Why wouldn't I want to?
If you fail this time,
there's always next year.
I'll do my best, Dad.
If only you passed, I could
die right this moment.
I trust the fortune
teller's predictions.
Of my fate? Oh, Dad...
What's going on?
Are you going to pay me
back or just run with it?
Why would I run?
Business is slow.
I'm sorry I missed our
meeting last night.
You've got to tell me whether
the money's coming in or not.
I need a straight answer!
Are you toying with me?
Just wait a few more days.
Give me a chance.
You've got some nerve!
So I'll have to wait until your
son passes the national exam?
You owe me over 40,000.
- Including interest, 40,000!
- Oh, you're here.
- So, you're here to play lawyer again?
- I'm sorry sir.
Don't be. It's your father
who should be sorry.
Please, just a few more
days, as Dad says.
I've been waiting
all this time!
Don't start so early in the morning.
Go on.
What!
So, I've ruined your morning!
I've waited 9 months! Your son's
studies aren't everything!
It's not that I
don't understand.
I don't want to
brag, but my son,
earns 5,000 hwan each day!
Sooner or later I'll get a
job, so don't be so angry.
You think I can help it?
You'll never make it.
Passing the exam won't
give you the world.
Even three years of
fighting the Japanese
will give you 2-3
pieces of weaponry.
You think you'll ever
become a man of law?
Don't even think about it.
Before you leave, pay
what you owe me.
- And stop making me look bad...
- Good bye.
Oh, something's been spilled!
When did she come?
That wench's always coming
here after being kicked out!
What's the problem?
Dad, don't be mad.
I'll never know unless
she says something!
She has to tell me
what the problem is!
Why are you here?
The bastard!
You don't deserve being smacked
around for being a mute!
Let's go!
Dad, I'll go see him.
No, I'm going to put an end to this.
Let's go!
Open up!
Open up!
Changduk!
Open the door!
- Who is it?
- It's me!
Go into the kitchen...
Why did you lock the door?
It's you, father.
- Are you angry with me, father?
- Don't call me father!
Why have you kicked my
poor mute daughter out?
I never kicked her out.
- Please put yourself in my position.
- Did you say position?
You knew she was a mute when you
married her, right? Answer me!
Has the devil gotten
your tongue?
It's your luck to be able
to woo dozens of women,
but if you can't be decent,
you're no worse than a beast!
People may look down on
her for being a mute
and a horse keeper's daughter, but
to me, she's my precious child.
Wasn't it you who killed your only child?
What wench have you fallen for this time?
Is this how you pay me back for
saving you during the war?
If you continue to beat her and
kick her out, where could she go?
Where? Bastard! Are you going
to continue this madness?
Or live up to
yourself as a man!
You moron, this is
your home for good.
This is where you live and die.
It's your home.
Don't take it out on her! He's the bad guy!
He beats her day and night.
I apologize for making
such a commotion.
Poor thing.
Okhee, where are you going?
I stopped by the cafe.
They told me you quit.
- Did something happen?
- Don't ask!
Okay. Three months and you're
already bored of your job...
- Where's your brother?
- He's pulling the horse.
Pulling the horse? His exam's coming up.
He has to study...
What's the use? He's
already failed 3 times.
Okhee...
You need to find another job,
not lounge around like this.
In fact, I'm going out
for a job interview.
If you're interested, I can get
you a job at the factory.
My friend's going to introduce
me to a couple of jobs.
Okhee, what's going on? Are
you going to settle things?
Just wait for 2-3 more days.
You keep on saying that.
What am I supposed to do?
- I'll pay you back, so don't worry.
- Goodness...
My brother will be back soon, so
please look after our house.
Are you going out again?
Okhee, I'll give you a ride.
But that thing's embarrassing!
Hey, Soo-up!
Why did you take out the horse?
You can't do that
without my permission.
What happened?
The horse was frightened
by a passing car.
Moron! You think anyone can do my job?
Do as you're told, and study!
- Go and study.
- Okay.
Leave it, leave it!
This will fit you. Put it on.
Wow, it looks great.
How come everything fits
you to perfection?
I guess it's a good sign?
It's true that clothes make the person.
You look great.
- Really?
- Of course!
Hold this and walk for me.
How?
What men look at the most are
a woman's chest and hips.
So, slightly spread your
chest, hips out a bit..
And sway from side to side!
Watch how I do it.
Like this, okay?
No problem!
Now walk! And push
out your chest!
- I feel like I'll fall. My hee...
- Be careful!
When you walk, place your
weight on your toes
and slightly raise your heels.
Now try it.
- Like this?
- Try to be a bit more natural.
Like this...
Good?
The perfume's so strong.
If we're to stop by the beauty
salon, we need to rush.
- Smells good, right?
- Great.
Do men smell as good?
- They smell a bit bitter than this!
- Bitter?
- Put these on.
- Gloves too?
Now, match your walk with me.
- May I take your order?
- A little later.
- What if he doesn't show up?
- He's coming.
I feel like everyone's
staring at me.
It's because you give
a good impression.
You look so different with
your hair like that.
- Really?
- Of course!
Okhee...In front of men, you need to
look like you own the world. Okay?
They're here!
Over here!
I'm sorry we're late.
It's okay.
Okee, say hello. Mr. Kim,
I'll introduce you.
This is Ha Okhee,
my best friend.
She majored in Home
Economics at S Univ.
Her father runs a large business
at the Namdaemun market.
I see. I am Kim Byungkook.
How do you do? I am Lee Gapduk.
How do you do?
Mr. Kim's a K Univ.
graduate, and a sportsman.
His father runs Tongyang Corp.
where he's exec. director.
I guess I manage to put
food on my table.
Miss Ha, you give a
nice first impression.
- She was popular in school.
- It's an honor.
- Miss Ha!
- Yes?
You look like you're
uncomfortable.
May I take your order?
What would you like?
- We'll have tea.
- We'll have coffee!
How is your father's business?
Good! He's quite
busy these days.
- What does your brother do?
- He works for an airline company.
- What about your sister?
- She's married.
- What's your hobby?
- My hobby?
Are you blind?
Drive!
Soowon, your face tells me you
bring good luck to others.
Are you serious?
Of course I am. Look at me.
Do I look like a liar?
Make some time for
me tomorrow, okay?
What for?
I am taking the day off
tomorrow, just for you!
You've never been to a
movie theater, have you?
Theater?
It's been so long since
I've been to one.
I knew it! Finish breakfast early
and meet me here tomorrow, okay?
I have to get permission
from the mistress.
Don't tell her that
you're seeing me, okay?
Oh, I forgot.
This isn't much but buy some face cream,
and take a bath before you meet me!
Where did you get this money?
- Watch where you put your hands!
- It's broken!
What are we going to do?
- Don't worry.
- Why did you break the bowl!
For my sake, calm down.
- Darn!
- I'll pay for the dish.
- Look at you!
- Don't worry.
I can go home and change!
- Don't worry!
- I'm sorry!
- Those look delicious.
- Welcome.
Those rice cakes look good.
Let's have a taste.
- Buy some.
- Okay.
Delicious! Give me
300 hwan's worth.
The middle, give me
the middle part.
- Welcome.
- Is the mistress away?
She went to see a movie,
so she's not home.
Thank god. Business has
been awful today.
How come? Did something happen?
No, it's nothing.
Soowon...I have
something for you.
Something for me? What?
Let's go inside.
Soowon, you like rice cakes, right?
Here!
Where did you get them?
- Was there a special ceremony?
- Not at all.
I know you like rice cakes, so
I bought them on the street.
I often eat them.
So, you should give
them to your children.
But I bought them for you!
There's no need. I know
you have a good heart.
Soowon...
I need to get some water.
Oh, get up!
I'm always imposing on you...
From now on don't drink from the faucet.
Just ask for water.
I just did it for fun.
Now have a snack.
- Isn't this a chicken leg?
- Someone brought it.
Go inside, and
have some dinner!
But the mistress will be
furious if she finds out!
It'll take her a while.
So come inside.
- Sit over there.
- Okay.
- But it's the master's table...
- Don't worry.
- Can you spare some time tomorrow?
- Is something up?
Ever since coming to Seoul, I've
never been to a movie theater.
I guess it's been
five years for me.
I told the mistress I'm visiting
my aunt in Chongnyangni.
If that's what you want, sure!
The mistress keeps complaining
that business is bad,
she'll sell the horses,
quit everything...
So take this, and give
it to her later.
That Choonsam's already here.
- Now, eat up.
- Okay.
Soowon! We're here, open up!
Your friends are here.
- Open the door!
- Damn it!
I'm coming!
- Hurry and hide over there.
- Open up!
I'm coming!
Hurry up!
- Why did you lock the gate?
- Come in.
- Is the mistress home?
- She went to see a movie...
Where's Choonsam?
He's not here yet.
Didn't you see him?
His horse is standing in front of the gate.
Where could he be?
I guess he's at the
bar down the lane.
- Then let's get a drink, too.
- Yeah, let's go.
Have a good time.
- Wait, I need to go to the toilet.
- The toilet's under repair today.
You can use the one at the bar.
Let's go.
That would be better.
- I'll be first to be back, okay?
- Okay.
Oh brother! Soo-up!
Stand straight!
Soo-up! Come and look at this.
Hey, wake up! Why do you
always get beat up?
What happened? Did you
get into a fight again?
Go inside!
- Hey! What did you do to yourself?
- What?
- It's none of your business.
- How dare you?
Don't interfere with my life!
Go inside!
Lie down.
Get a grip on yourself!
Okhee, come in here!
Kim Byungkook?
- Who is he?
- He's my boyfriend.
Boyfriend?
- Did he buy all this for you?
- Of course.
You need to know that your
head's as empty as this purse.
Are you already using your
looks to get things?
It's better than being despised
as a coachman's daughter.
Is that so tragic for you?
Think of Dad who single-handedly
brought us up without Mom!
It's our fault that
we've been born poor.
What?
- Why did you slap me!
- I'm putting some sense into you!
People despise you because you
never work hard for anything!
You think the exam's
so important?
You've already failed 3 times!
- You're home, Dad?
- Yeah.
- It was a good day.
- You're late.
Hey, is Daeup home?
He fell asleep after
playing soccer all day.
He's fast asleep.
Go feed the horse.
He's a good boy...
- Is Okhee home?
- Yes.
Come inside.
Is she asleep already? Hey!
Leave her be. She seems
to have a headache.
A headache?
Dad...
- You must be hungry.
- Me? Not really.
A couple of drinks have
put you in good spirits.
- Do I look happy?
- Yes.
It was a good day.
Have some rice cakes.
Wake up Daeup.
Were you at some
special ceremony?
- Of course not...
- Then where did you get them?
The housemaid at the horse
owner's gave them for you.
Now eat!
Really? She's such a nice lady.
She thinks the world of me.
By the way, yesterday you
said you had to buy a book?
Here!
But business must've been bad.
Did you borrow money again?
Of course I didn't. I told
you it was a good day.
Did that lady give this
money to you as well?
No...
I played a few games with the guys.
I had a winning streak.
You did?
Now go and study!
Okay. You must be tired.
Get some sleep, Dad.
Okay. Now go study.
Oh boy!
Hurry and bring my dinner!
Damn...
In two weeks, money comes in.
We can move then.
If that's what you want,
it's not a problem.
Now eat.
- But I don't have a spoon.
- Hey, you go get one!
- The stupid wench...
- She's such a moron!
Now eat.
Shit! Can't you just drop dead?
Damn!
Are you thirsty, Dad? Do you
want me to get you some water?
Don't worry. I knocked something
over while drinking water.
- Go sleep!
- Okay.
Why does he have
such sharp ears?
Damn, it's burnt!
Doesn't he sleep?
Dad, did you burn
your trousers?
Were you watching?
Has it started already?
Please take off your hat!
Strange...
I shouldn't have given
her that money.
I enjoyed the film.
We missed the first part.
Eat.
Miss Ha, there's a lot
of people here today...
Yes, I guess it's because it's
.
You must be starving.
Let's grab some lunch.
- Let's finish the movie.
- But we've seen the movie.
Go.
Damn, is this the only
theater in town?
Please take off your hat.
I'm sorry we missed
the first part.
We can come again.
Why did I have to meet
that brat there?
- Promise we'll go again.
- Of course.
- Customer!
- Okay!
Welcome!
What's wrong?
Damn, is this the only
hot soup diner in town?
Did someone you know come in?
- May I take your order?
- Hot beef soup?
- Yeah, hot beef soup.
- Yes sir!
Two hot beef soups!
- Let's go.
- What?
We're in the wrong diner.
- Is that your son?
- That punk!
Hey! Give it to me! Give it!
Give it to me!
Stupid wench! Give it!
Give it here!
Give it!
Give it to me!
Did you bite me? Give it to me!
How dare you run!
Bitch!
Dad! Your hat.
- Your exam starts today, right?
- Yes.
You're confident, aren't you?
I had a good dream last night.
Keep it to yourself, Dad.
Don't let me lose
face this time.
Have you been kicked out again?
You stupid wench! I'd rather die
than be kicked around like that!
- Please calm down!
- Die!
Calm down, Dad!
What did I do to deserve this?
Oh, you wench.
Dad, stop it!
Why isn't the grim reaper
here to claim your soul?
Stop it Dad. It's
not her fault!
Stop...
What did I do to deserve this?
I can't take it anymore.
Each time I'm about to
forget, she comes back.
Will that bastard keep
pushing her around?
Sis... Don't cry.
I have a date, so lend it to
me for just one day, okay?
Okhee? When can I
meet your brother?
- He left for Hong Kong yesterday.
- Okhee!
Hong Kong? Why
didn't you say so!
- I found out after he left.
- I see! Okhee!
- Excuse me for a moment.
- Okay.
You look so different all
dressed up like that!
Has your brother gone
to take the exam?
I don't care whether he
takes his exam or not!
- What do you want?
- I was going to have lunch with you!
I already had lunch
with that client.
How long have you known him?
Long enough! He promised to get
me a job at a trade company.
Okhee, don't trust him.
Don't waste your time
on a fraud like him.
That's enough! Are
you being jealous?
Hey, Okhee. Listen to me.
Do you know what guys like
that will do to you?
They promised to hire you at the factory.
Start tomorrow.
- Okhee!
- Yes!
- Don't you feel sorry for your poor Dad?
- I don't want to hear anymore!
Okhee!
Who's that man?
- The company chauffeur.
- I see. Get in the car.
- Dad!
- Oh, it's you.
- How was the exam?
- We'll see.
What, we'll see?
It's getting chilly, I'll
run the horse from now on!
shut up!
You'll just be dropping
things like last time!
- Soo-up.
- Yes?
- Here, go have a bowl of noodles.
- No.
- Don't be late.
- Okay.
- Don't be late, Dad.
- Okay.
Hello.
Don't have me fooled again.
- What? What do you mean?
- It's nothing.
- Mr. Ha! Mr. Ha!
- Soowon.
- Are you on your way home?
- Yes.
Why did you buy so much!
Your son's exam
is today, right?
Yes, but...we'll be sure
when he finally passes.
This morning I prayed to
the gods for him to pass.
Take this, and make some
hot soup for your son.
You're always so kind to me.
Then just one. Just one.
Good.
I guess I've been
fooling myself.
- Go now. Go.
- Yes.
- Take care.
- Okay.
Hey, Soowon! Soowon,
wait for me!
Soowon! Hey! What do
you think of me?
- Let go of me!
- Don't I deserve a fish?
Let go of me, I'm busy!
Hey, so I've given you
money for nothing?
Why did you trick me?
- I said, I'm busy!
- Soowon!
You took me as a fool!
I'll get you!
You fiend, Choonsam!
Soo-up!
You're home, sir.
What brings you here?
Soo-up took his exam. I
wanted to know how he did.
You're a good friend to him.
No, in fact... You came
to see Okhee, right?
- Where's Soo-up?
- The public bathhouse.
Yeah? Were you
tending the house?
- Let's go inside.
- Sir!
You have the best manners
in your family.
Mr. Ha! Mr. Ha!
Daeup's big sister's
drowned in the Han river!
What, Okrae?
Yes, she died as soon
as she hit the water.
Are you serious!
Let's go in my truck! Hurry!
Here come the victim's family.
What's her father's name?
Ha Choonsam.
Take the body home.
Okrae!
Open your eyes and look at me!
Look at your Dad!
How could you die!
You could never call me Dad!
You could never call your
siblings by their names!
I may have brought you
out into this world,
but I've been so
wrong about you!
I killed you. Forgive me!
For the past 30 years, you've
been scorned for being a mute.
And now you're gone.
You yearned to live with me,
but I couldn't accept it.
It wasn't because I
didn't love you!
- Dad, calm down. Dad!
- Mr. Ha, look at this.
Her frozen hands washed this laundry.
She never finished!
Poor wench. How could
she leave like this?
Sis, Sis...
Stop it. It's no use thinking of the poor thing!
So, just calm down.
All applications closed!
It's been three months since
sadness hit our household.
To repay my father for all his
support, I've tried seeking a job,
only to be discouraged
by harsh reality.
I'm doubtful of the
results of this exam,
and for this, I am terribly
embarrassed to face my father.
Yong! yong!
What the...Damn!
What have you done, Choonsam!
Where did you leave
your senses!
Look at the car. See what you've
done to the license plate!
I'm so sorry. Mr. Hwang...
I'll see to it that you never
run that horse again!
Ah it really hurts...
Dad, let's go to the hospital
early in the morning.
No need for that.
It costs money to go to the hospital.
We don't have that money.
I'll go see Mr. Hwang!
He's the one who hit you.
He has some nerve to scold you
rather than pay for your injuries.
Stop it. Stop.
It's true that his horse puts meals
on our table. Forget about it.
Anyone home?
- I'm from the horse owner's place.
- I see.
I came to see your father...
- He's resting.
- I see.
But do come in.
- Who is it?
- You have a guest.
Who is it?
- Dad!
- Soowon,
What brings you here so
early in the morning?
How are you doing?
I heard the news
this morning...
- Soo-up...
- Yes?
Say hello. This is Soowon whom
I've been talking about.
- No need for that...
- I heard so much about you.
- How do you do?
- Hello.
- Where's Okhee?
- I think she went to the market.
I made these pants
for your father.
But I'm terrible at sewing.
Put them away.
Thank you so much.
- This too. Serve some for him.
- Of course.
Why did you bring so much?
Don't say that.
I have some bad news.
Did something happen?
This morning, Mr. Hwang made a big
fuss about selling the horse.
- My horse?
- I guess so.
Dad, you shouldn't take this!
After all, he's the one who
made you like this...
- I'll go see him.
- You stay put!
Dad, we didn't do anything wrong.
The truth has to be told!
Soo-up!
Is he really going
to sell the horse?
Don't worry too much. It's
because you're not well.
I'll go with him.
Soowon, I'm so sorry.
Don't worry about me.
Get some rest.
Madam, I'm back.
- You have a guest.
- Who can it be?
If it's for me, tell
them I'm not home!
How do you do?
What brings you here?
Oh, you must've
heard from Soowon.
I heard you were going to sell the horse.
From now on I'll pull the horse.
The job's not for anyone! You'll
trip over the horse's hooves.
I'm a horse keeper's son,
why wouldn't I manage?
You're selling the horse because
my father's ill, right?
It's my horse. How dare you
come here to confront me...
I'm not here to confront you.
If you sell the horse now,
it'll be unfair to my father.
Unfair? It's his fault
he wrecked my car.
He's the one who
should be sorry.
Madam, my father has no fault.
The accident was caused
by Mr.Hwang's car.
What? The accident was
caused by Mr.Hwang's car?
Yes, it's true.
All those law studies have
put words in your mouth.
What, the car caused
the accident?
Sir, I'll pull the horse until
my father gets better.
Please don't sell the horse.
So, our future man of law's
going to pull the horse?
That should be in the news.
It doesn't take law
studies to pull a horse.
You think taking the exam
makes you better than us?
That's so unfair.
The powerful helping the helpless,
isn't that social justice?
No medical compensation
is one thing,
but selling the horse,
that's too much.
You're just a horse
keeper's son.
How dare you make a commotion
at this time in the morning!
I'm selling the horse,
and that's final!
This discussion's over!
I had a bad dream last night. I
should've seen this coming!
How dare you treat your
elders like this?
What's going on? Why are
you taking the horse?
It's in exchange for
your father's debt.
It's been settled
with your father.
If you can bring the money
today, then it's yours.
- Changsoo!
- Hey, what brings you here?
I have some urgent matter
to discuss with you.
Urgent matter?
Your father has taken our horse
in exchange for our debt.
He did? But he would
never do that.
I won't explain. I'll
promise I'll pay you back.
Just lend me some fast cash.
If it's true, then my
father's done wrong.
I'll give you the money.
Keep it a secret from my father,
and get your horse back.
- I'm so grateful.
- Let's go in my truck.
- Hey, hey!
- Stop, let go of me.
You think I'm for free?
I don't think so.
If you won't marry me,
I'll kill myself!
How dare you threaten me!
You fraud, bully! I won't let
you get away with this!
Fraud?
A horse keeper's daughter
should play in her own league.
Your father owns
a big business?
Your brother works for an airline company?
He went to Hong Kong?
Take this off!
You dirty bitch!
What do you want?
Oh, the chauffeur.
Aren't you being too
harsh on a weak lady?
Why do you care?
I mean, don't make
things worse, okay?
No need for violence.
You talk too much!
Bastard!
Okhee... Didn't I
tell you last time?
That he's no good...
I'm sorry. I'm so angry...
Don't be. Wipe your tears.
Let's take you to the hospital.
Is there a Ha Choonsam here?
Yes, I am Ha Choonsam.
Did my son do anything wrong?
Yes, last night this student
stole a woman's purse.
However it seems that he
didn't do it on purpose.
So, this time I'll let
him off the hook.
I hope you will teach him
never to do this again.
Okay?
Sir, I'm so sorry.
Okay. And you! Don't forget
your promise to me.
- Good day.
- It'll never happen again.
Have a good day.
I never sent you to school
to become a thief, did I?
But I didn't steal, Dad.
Okhee's run off with
a man, and now you!
You may as well
join your mother!
My dear wife, I can't believe
our son's like this.
I feel helpless.
I never did anything wrong,
just pulled the horse.
Why is he breaking my heart?
If you can't be a
decent human being,
then let's just die in front
of your mother's grave!
You little brat!
I'd rather starve than steal!
Be a man! Not a thief!
I'll be a man, father...
Did something happen
to upset you?
It's nothing.
My son was not behaving.
How are you doing these days?
Thanks to you, I'm
feeling better.
Don't move too much.
The horse owner
must be furious...
She wants the horse
returned by tonight.
I'm planning to quit
my job tonight.
- You're quitting for good?
- Yes.
Mr. Kim seems to have
told Mr.Hwang about us.
Things are not the
same anymore.
But if you quit, where
are you going to go?
My brother asked me to live with him.
So, I might go back to my hometown.
That's a good idea.
After I killed Okrae,
I cannot face my
children anymore.
I understand.
I'm sorry but you need to return the
horse before its owner comes home,ok?
I will.
If your son passes the exam, it'll
be the end of your hardships.
Take good care of yourself.
I'll be going...
Soo-up!
Oh, hello there! Thanks to
you, I'm starting work today.
You'll need to help your Dad
until you get the exam results.
Oh, I met Okhee last night.
Okhee?
Really? She didn't come
home, last night.
I helped her cut her ties
with some bastards.
She was too embarrassed
to come home.
So from today, she'll be
working at the factory.
Really? Thank you so
much for doing that.
My Dad will be thrilled
to hear that.
The medicine's well done today.
Will there be a buyer if
the horse comes back?
I'll need to ask around. Why?
For some time, my
brother's been asking me
about finding a horse
available for sale.
Really? Then he can buy this one.
I'll give you a good price.
Okay, then I'll let him know.
Can you put cash up front?
I have my savings and
I own some land.
Oh that's right. Good.
When the horse comes tonight,
you can tell your brother.
Then I'll take the horse.
What brings you here Choonsam?
Your leg's still bad...
- I'm holding up.
- Hey!
What's up? Are you
okay with that leg?
- Are you going somewhere?
- Yeah.
I'm taking the horse
to its owner!
She's waiting with
an angry face.
Don't worry too much.
I'll let you know if
there's another horse.
- Go on.
- Take care of yourself.
He's in big trouble!
- Are you okay?
- How's the leg?
- See you around.
- Don't worry Choonsam.
Come by sometime.
Just take care of that leg.
Don't tell him I bought it.
- He'll get mad..
- Don't worry.
This ends our business. No
need to come here anymore.
And teach your children
some manners!
They should know how to
treat their elders!
My apologies...
Starving will teach you how
gracious I was to you!
Now go!
Bye, Yong...
Forget about it, Dad.
More liquor here.
I was way over my
head when I thought
I could pass the exam.
I'll start with anything
from tomorrow.
Don't be foolish.
You, earning money?
Don't worry! Tomorrow, I'll
look for another horse.
Don't feel bad about Yong.
Just stay home from now on.
Soo-up, let me
tell you a story.
When I was thirteen, I journeyed
with your grandfather
to the foreign plains of
Manchuria, penniless.
With the Japanese police on our
tails, and on an empty stomach,
we paved through
the heavy snow.
Finally your grandfather
got himself a carriage.
Despite the meager daily earnings,
he wanted me to get an education.
So he sent me to
school everyday.
But I wanted to earn money
rather than study.
My father slapped me senseless. And
screamed at the top of his lungs.
In less than a year,
he passed away
leaving me his carriage.
After I buried him
underneath a bridge,
I remember beginning
to sob with fear.
I didn't know how I would live.
Your father's lost his
chance for an education.
There's a time for studying.
I'll support you to the end,
so just pass the exam.
- I'll do my best, Dad.
- Good.
This isn't good for you.
Let's go.
Okay, let's go!
Come here.
- You're late.
- Hello.
I haven't seen Okhee for a
while, did she go somewhere?
That wench?
Don't worry too much about her.
Changsoo's got her a
job at the factory.
- Changsoo?
- Yes. Now go inside.
Let's go.
- Soo-up.
- Yes?
Go visit Okhee at the factory,
tomorrow morning.
Soo-up... What's going on?
Dad, you think he escaped here?
Oh my precious Yong! Did run
away 'cause you missed me?
Now eat.
Dad, a stranger tied the
horse here and left.
A stranger?
He didn't say who he was?
He told me to use the horse
well without telling anyone.
Without telling anyone?
Have I a secret benefactor?
I'm glad you're back.
Yong, I'm never letting
you go again.
- Soo-up! How are you holding up?
- I'm okay.
Hey! Look here!
Hello.
What's going on?
This horse was supposed to
go to Soowon's brother's.
Excuse me?
I see. So, he's
gotten to Soowon.
A coachman... They
deserve each other!
Madame Soowon?
- Can I have some water to wash my face?
- Okay.
Dad, the car's here.
When do the exam
results come out?
- At 2pm.
- Did you have a good dream?
Then meet me in front
of the company at 2pm.
- Have a nice day.
- Yes.
Excuse me... Where are the
exam results posted?
In front of Capitol Hall.
Why do you ask?
No, it's nothing.
- Thank you.
- Yes. Thank you.
- Welcome.
- Working hard?
I made this myself.
Please give it to Dad.
Wow, presents already?
I've come with Daeup.
- Daeup!
- Sis!
- Are you coming from school?
- Summer vacation's started yesterday.
- Let's go see Soo-up's exam results.
- Okay.
Changsoo, join us to see
Soo-up's exam results.
I wish I could, but I have to
take the truck in for repair.
- I'll stop by your house in the evening.
- Okay.
- Wait.
- Okay.
Look! Gil Changdeuk, passed!
Ha Soo-up
Soo-up!
Did you pass?
Dad!
Yes, you've passed!
- Dad.
- You've passed!
- Dad...
- Good job.
Let's go.
Dad, get up. Let's go.
Madame Soowon's here.
- Ma'am, what brings you here?
- Nice to see you.
Thank you so much.
How did you know...?
I was actually planning to go
visit you at your brother's.
I've been looking forward
to this day too.
Thank you. I owe it all to you.
Don't mention it... Now
you've really succeeded.
- Soo-up!
- Soo-up!
Soo-up!
Thanks for coming, Okhee!
- You came, ma'am?
- Thanks, Daeup...
Where's Changsoo?
- He had to go to the mechanic's to repair his truck.
- I see.
Dad...
Ma'am, can you be our
mother from now on?
- Okhee, let's go.
- Okay.
Let's go.