Take Off (2009) - full transcript
Five men go for the gold as members of Korea's national ski jumping team.
Produced by KM Culture
Presented by KM Culture
and Showbox Mediaplex
BASED ON A TRUE STORY
Winter Olympics
1996, Muju City
Bidding for Winter Olympics
HA Jung-woo
Muju's Dream Gone
SUNG Dong-il
KIM Ji-suk
KIM Dong-wook
Written and Directed by KIM Yong-Hwa
TAKE OFF
June 1997
We have Korean adoptees
with us today.
They're looking for
their families.
They're from overseas.
From America...
...Canada, France,
the Netherlands...
Please welcome
CHA Heon-tae
from America.
Mr. CHA?
Please.
It's Okay, I'll handle it.
My Korean name is
CHA Heon-tae.
I was born in Jeonju in 1971.
In 1977 when I was 7...
...my sister and I were adopted
to an American family.
Whatever you remember,
please tell us.
Mom often fed us tomatoes
sprinkled with sugar.
She was left-handed.
Oh, the apartment.
She said she'd work hard
and make enough money...
...to buy an apartment for us.
And that she'd bring us back
from America.
Temporary, she said.
She said it was only temporary.
And it's been 20 years.
Your sister married
an American?
Yes, they have a daughter.
So adorable.
I bet.
She's your niece, and...
Yes...
How do you speak
Korean so well?
I didn't wanna lose it
for my mom.
So I took Korean
at a Korean school.
And I went to
a Korean church.
Watching the Seoul Olympics on TV,
I saw many apartments.
So I thought
it wouldn't be long...
...before she'd come for us.
They're your step parents?
She seems precious.
- Absolutely.
- Right.
My step mom can't get pregnant.
That's why they adopted me.
I didn't say pregnant.
I said precious.
"A precious lady."
The heart in mind of your parents,
not pregnant.
I meant she had
a good heart.
I'm sorry, but...
You're here again.
A national team?
I told you. I wish I could
tear Korea apart.
Korea sold me and my sister
for 30 grand.
Playing for a country
that dumped us?
That's funny.
You can use Korea
for your own sake.
FUCKING KOREA!
Hey, Bob! You might be putting
her in trouble.
Stop and talk to me.
That's bullshit.
She's my birth mother.
What if she
didn't want you?
Not that she couldn't
find you?
It's very possible
that she didn't want you.
My thumb!
You don't know her.
Stop dissing her.
I'm not!
I'm just being honest.
Most adoptees that come back
turned out well.
They're doctors, CPAs,
and international lawyers.
What about you?
You're nothing but a loser!
Why don't you put yourself
in her shoes?
I wouldn't want you
if I were her.
You have to let
her find you.
You'll get me
interviews?
Don't worry.
You'll do more than celebs.
Be famous,
and she will show up.
They were alpine skiers
like you in high school.
One of them got dismissed
after they failed a dope test.
- Dismissed?
- Yes,
off the books.
What do you want
these scumbags for?
Scumbags?
Watch your mouth.
Who do you think you are,
calling them scumbags?
Put your foot down!
Are you sure
we're not lost?
Of course.
Just go back to sleep.
What the...
Get out of the way!
Do I know him?
Give me a ride.
Move it, asshole!
I can't believe this.
Move, punk!
Give me a ride.
Move!
Is he crazy or what?
Move!
What the fuck!
Just give him a ride.
Why should I?
He's freaking crazy!
What the...
It's dead?
You son of a bitch!
You saw that?
Laughing?
I'll fucking kill you.
You...
Get back here!
Stop right there!
Get out of here.
Come on, back up!
I don't know how, asshole!
What a nubjob.
Fire!
It's spraying!
I told you to give him a ride!
Come on, come on.
Come on.
Come on.
Come on.
Does he work here?
Bob, wait here.
Hey, Deina. How's mom?
Is she eating?
What are the doctors say?
Okay. Let me talk to mom.
Hey
Hey mom. I'm sorry
I can't be there right now.
Is Deina there everyday?
Okay.
How's the food?
I miss your cooking.
Yeah, I'm doing fine.
Don't worry.
Damn, your English is good.
You look like shit though.
Listen, Yankee.
Lots of hot chicks at our club.
I'll hook you up with them.
Damn.
You're funny.
Come here.
Give me your best shot.
Go ahead.
What are you doing?
Look at this.
We're a family now.
- A family?
- That's right.
What a couple of morons.
So you've been looking
after your grand kids.
Isn't it hard to put eyes
on the dolls?
This can't be easy
even for young people.
You're the only...
Who are you?
Heung-cheol,
you still sniff glue?
Come on, man.
That was in high school.
I'm clean now.
Don't hang out with
Lowlifes like them. Okay?
Stop wasting your time
and go to the military.
Make sure they pay.
Okay.
That old man is a pain.
What?
Come on, drinking is a way
to break the ice.
Yeah, smiling is good.
Is it agrichemicals
from earlier?
Why am I so drunk?
Who is he?
He's my brother.
Don't you wanna be
on the national team?
Stop bothering us.
I'm not buying it.
I'm talking
about the national team.
We can't ski now.
Thanks to that asshole.
We couldn't even go
to college.
But we have to go
to the military.
It's fucked up.
Fuck!
You're a junkie.
I only took cold medicine.
Luminal... Fuck you.
But you took over
100 pills.
Fucking idiot.
Stupid.
Eat this.
Funny.
Come on,
cut it out.
Please!
June 1997 Construction of
Muju Ski Jump Tower
That's ski jumping.
You go down an in run,
a ramp of 38 degrees.
Which is 120 meters long. Then you
take off, flying over 120 meters.
Scoring is very simple. You get
points for balanced style in the air.
In addition to the length
that you jump.
Isn't it cool?
And the distance points.
You land at the calculation
line at 120 meters.
For every meter over, you get...
1.8 points, right?
Yes, 1.8 it is.
And 1.8 is deducted
for every meter less.
Since the wind influences
the game heavily...
...the world records
mean nothing.
For a team competition,
4 skiers do 2 runs each.
All the points are added
to decide the winner.
Right?
What men wouldn't like
this sport?
It's cool enough
to make your jaws drop.
They fall and roll over...
That doesn't happen often.
Let me assure you.
Most of the time,
they fly with style...
They don't always fall
like that!
You hardly get hurt
even when you fall.
Not every winter
sport is safe.
Importantly,
no points if you fall.
You should land well.
Right?
It happens now and then.
We're almost done.
You skipped school?
It's out for the summer.
Let me introduce
the captain for our team.
He was on the US junior alpine
ski team. Only briefly though.
Name's CHA Heon-tae.
American one is...
- Bob... James?
- Yes, I'm James
Hi.
Hi.
You are a fucking joke.
Why us?
Cause nobody
wants to do it.
What makes you
think we do?
So you can stop
being scumbags.
I told you so...
What's in it for us?
If you win
at the Winter Olympics...
...you'll receive
a cash reward.
If you win a gold medal,
they'll give you an apartment.
Know what I'm saying?
Cut me in, will you?
Forget it.
What are our chances to win
at the Olympics?
Zero.
America invests
a lot into it.
And it's still hard.
I'm out of here.
Wish you luck, guys.
Now we have 30% chance
with the junkie gone.
How old are you?
TWENTY SEVEN!
He's older than the junkie.
He's 27.
Don't expect me
to call you Bro.
Don't.
We never do in America.
Stop it!
Fight! Fight!
Calm down!
Heung-cheol! It can waive
your military duty.
Too late for that.
We've received a draft notice.
Tear it up.
Making the national team,
it's postponed automatically.
If you win at the Olympics,
you'll be exempt.
Exempt.
Exempt completely.
Daddy?
How'd you know
I was here?
I'll wait outside.
Heung-cheol?
Ski jump my ass.
I've already sold my skis. No way!
You just disappeared.
Did you think I couldn't find you?
And you told the bank
that they can arrest me?
I've done enough for you.
Seoul plate?
It's $ 320
with the toll.
You took a cab
from Seoul?
Get my stuff out
of the trunk.
What the heck are these?
They're jade mats.
Move them inside, will you?
Your boys are coming.
Crazy bitch...
Crazy bitch...
I made the national team.
You heard me?
Grandma, look at me.
I made the national team.
If I do well, no military.
And you don't have to
do this anymore.
Okay?
Ski what?
Ski jumping.
What the hell is
ski jumping?
It's cool, Dad.
And I'm on the national team.
How can a loser like you
represent the nation?
You can't even
represent your own life.
Damn the national team.
You just do what I say.
Understood?
Understood?
You useless piece of shit.
Hey.
You're cute.
Here's a jade mat for you.
It does wonders for guys.
It's too much for a gift.
I'm selling it.
Not buying it.
Looking for your mom?
So scary.
Guess how long it took me
to track down my dad.
I don't give a shit!
3 days.
It took me 3 days.
Let me know
if you need help.
Then buy this for me.
Hey, come on in.
They didn't see me.
The national team!
The national team!
Come here!
I don't know
if I can do this.
I bet you can.
The coach's girl is a fox.
She seems slutty.
I'm not attracted to tramps.
Is that why
you banged that hag?
I told you she and
I were of the same age.
Just watch.
I'll screw her
within 3 weeks.
$50?
Make it $100!
You think you can find
your mother?
How do I know what would happen?
Take them off, asshole.
How do you feel about
making the national team?
I love Korea so much.
People are kind.
People are kind...
Warm-hearted by nature.
I can't wait to find
my birth mom.
You can't wait to find
your birth mom...
- Look, Mister.
- Yes?
You're from
the Flea Market, right?
What's taking so long?
It's been an hour.
Flea Market?
I don't know if you saw
but I fell off the bike earlier.
But don't consider it
a bad omen.
Until that jump tower
is completed...
...we'll focus on basics
and physical training.
Fine.
Go sit down.
That's what we're doing.
I'm sure
you have many questions.
Concerning the gear
and uniforms.
Yes, Jae-bok?
I have to go check
on the restaurant.
Sure, go.
- Thanks, Coach.
- Just go.
Coach?
What?
We need 5 jumpers
including a reserve.
So?
There are only 4 of us.
We do need a reserve.
A good point.
I was wondering
when you'd ask me that.
I've deliberated a lot
on the issue.
Hey, come here.
You can eat that later.
Come here.
stop... stop!
Can you ski?
Everybody in Muju can.
You know why Japanese guys
are great ski jumpers?
They're small, but skis are big
So the wind carries them longer.
That's right.
Perfect.
So perfect.
He's in middle school.
There's no age limit.
Let's get you in shape.
He's only a reserve.
I won't let him jump.
If you were me,
would you let him?
What?
Guys. You can't hang out here.
This is a national team
in training.
You see that?
Let's get out of here.
It's only 30 meters long.
Pick one each.
Think of it as physical training.
It's up to you. It's either this
or running the track.
If you can't do this,
you can't do 120 meters.
Yes, Jae-bok?
- We have a group of customers.
- Fine, go.
Serve the group.
Why'd you even come back?
Let him go.
- Just go.
- I'll be back.
No, don't come back.
Where are you going?
Get me down!
Jump!
Stop the car!
Hang on!
We're doing 90!
Look!
Hey!
Flume Ride
Fire!
Hey!
That Yankee asshole.
What's on his shoulder?
A birth mark?
He's cool.
You'd better watch him.
Shut your hole, bitch.
Hey, a lady of secrets.
Wanna know my secrets?
Sure.
Then buy a jade mat from me.
Or don't talk to me.
What a loser!
That bitch...
Trying to sell me things?
She asked you to buy
a jade mat, too?
Did I say 3 weeks?
Make that 4.
Move.
Do we have to go
to the pool or what?
Bong-gu,
is the water out?
You're a genius
I gotta hand it to you.
One, two, three.
Why isn't this working?
When do we get to practice
on an actual ramp?
Chil-gu.
You got a water pump?
No. We can't practice
without water?
No way.
You'll get scratched up.
Hey!
Why are you up there?
Look at me!
Bong-gu, wait!
What are you doing there?
Hey!
Bong-gu!
Get down here!
What are you doing?
Bong-gu!
Fire!
- Bong-gu!
- Bong-gu!
Jump.
Fuck...
Let me see.
He's all scratched up.
- You stupid fuck!
- Don't hit him.
Stop it.
Bob? You have guests
from Adoptees Association.
Our efforts paid off.
We've found your
birth mother.
But there's a problem.
Let go!
Why doesn't she want
to meet him?
Why avoid her own son?
Are you drunk?
Drink and cry...
You're believable.
Bob, trust me.
I'll find her for you.
I'm not doing this
because you bought the mat.
He bought what?
Mind your own business.
Yes, Daddy.
It took me 3 days
to find him.
With this,
3 days are enough.
And we won't stop trying
until we find her.
Don't worry.
Shut up and
stop drinking.
Can't you see?
She must be happy
with a new family.
Look, she dumped you
for her own sake.
If I were her,
I would avoid you, too.
Hey, stop!
No fighting in the car!
Scientific training?
Fuck it.
Hey!
Wait!
A documentary?
It's a school project.
A documentary on adoptees.
I didn't know
you were going to school.
He's an adoptee.
And he's an interpreter.
Hello.
Sorry.
Here's her name and SSN.
Fine.
I can't give you any information
without her consent.
We need to contact her
and see if she wants to meet you.
What are you doing?
Is that it?
Is this enough?
Yes.
We don't need you.
I'll talk to him in English.
NO. Understand?
What the fuck is wrong with Korea?
I just don't get the shit.
How can a government prevent
a kid from finding his mother.
This place is fucked up.
I never do choice.
What?
He still wants to meet her.
He said more than that.
Are you sure
you're an interpreter?
- You are...
- Cut!
Why?
What are you doing?
He's supposed to be crying now.
You ruined the scene.
Isn't this a documentary?
Don't you know me?
I never do anything
without a careful planning.
I can't believe I have to act
for a documentary.
What do you
want me to do?
Let's do it
one more time.
Detective?
Don't do the lines.
So awkward.
Come on,
- I'm trying...
- Look ahead.
You take over, officer.
Action.
Well...
I can't give you any information
without her consent.
We need to contact her
and see if she wants to meet you.
So...
- Who is it?
- I...
I...
- Sister?
- Yes.
We're spreading
God's words.
Our parish made this.
It's been made
with love of Jesus.
Yes, I can feel his love.
It's jade dust.
You got married again?
What?
Let's pray.
Dear, Lord.
Thanks for watching us.
We thank you for showing
your miracle on this family.
She's willing to share
your glory...
...by buying this mat
made in your holy name.
Please, bless her family.
- Amen.
- Amen.
Look. You really
want to know?
It's been 3 years
since I got remarried.
You have a son, right?
Only a daughter.
What's this all about?
It's nothing. Buy more for
other people in your family.
We can give you
a discount.
I don't haggle
over God's products.
I'll buy them all.
Hallelujah!
Look! What's
wrong with you?
I told you not to wash this.
Can't you read English?
Don't wash.
Please dry.
I'm sorry.
I don't read English.
I thought it was washable.
Study English,
or quit!
Get out of here!
Hye-ra, we have guests
with God's words.
Don't mind her.
Bring us tea, please.
Go ahead.
You washed this, too.
Study English!
That rude shithead.
Fine, let that
bastard go.
For all I care!
Coach, it's
better this way.
That Yankee made us
waste our time.
I'm so upset.
Chil-gu? Your brother
is taking his place.
I've decided.
That Bob asshole is quitting.
You take his place.
No age limit, right?
That's right.
Steady.
Put me down now.
Put me down.
Sorry, dad...
No, son. It's fine...
Is it really enough? If you need
more all you have to do is ask.
Look, you're over there looking for your
birth mother the one that left us for good.
Whatever... fine!
But just to let you know
the mother that raised you out of your
fuckin diaper is here in the hospital!
Do you hear me?
And now you call us
and ask for money?
And why is that?
To pay for that woman's rent?
Are you out of your mind?
Just leave us alone.
Don't call us here ever again!
Don't come in
until you find the receipt.
Better yet, just leave.
Oh, that's right.
You have nowhere to go.
Hi.
That lump is the size
of a golf ball.
It's Bob!
This is Bob.
Welcome back!
Bob. Bob. Bob.
You guarantee an apartment?
Me?
If we win a medal?
Yes, the gold medal.
You're going for the gold?
Yes.
You think this is a B&B?
What's a B&B?
What's wrong with you?
He's going for the gold.
What the...
Have you even
changed your nationality?
Being an American citizen,
you can't play for Korea.
Have you been naturalized,
or what?
What's 'Naturalized'?
See me after practice.
What are you doing?
Just to let you know,
I've learned Taekwondo.
I was a boxer
before I started skiing.
I don't blink
when taking punches.
Stop bluffing, asshole.
You haven't seen my kicks yet.
Don't hit me in the ear.
It's ringing.
It doesn't stop ringing.
Fuck!
Su-yeon will never like
a loser
like you.
Think about it.
Fuck you!
You're just using us.
To find your
freaking birth mom!
Are you on vacation here?
You think this is a joke?
We're doing this
for our fucking lives!
Now I can see why your mom
doesn't want you, Yankee.
What do you Know?
What the fuck do you know?
You are just fucking crazy drug addict,
a piece of shit!
Yeah, you're right.
She doesn't even
remember my fuckin face!
And that's exactly why
I'm gonna find her!
Because she's not coming for me...
So do not get in my fuckin way!
Because if you do
I'll fuckin kill you!
Got it?
I don't understand a word.
Fucking asshole!
I'll kill you!
Give it to me, baby.
It's about time.
I'll just give you $100.
Jae-bok, that bitch...
It's just...
Promise me one thing.
It's so hard.
Just tell me
you like me
Then I will wait.
Let's just do it then.
Heung-cheol?
Tell me. You think
I sell jade mats for money?
I'll sell them
all for you.
And I'll help you
stop drinking.
It's to pay
hospital bills.
I knew it. What is it?
Liver cirrhosis? Or leukemia?
AIDS.
Acquired Immune
Deficiency Syndrome.
It's been 2 years.
Look.
Here.
You love me, right?
Let's do it right now.
I want you to kiss me.
Come on, kiss me.
Why? Scared?
Wanna touch my tits?
You don't get it by touching.
Come on, it's okay.
Okay then.
We know now
we can't be together.
Don't tell my dad, please.
Fuck!
Is he on something?
He went out with Su-yeon
last night.
I guess he didn't score.
September 1997 Completion Ceremony
of Muju Ski Jump Tower
Thank you so much, sir.
Come on,
I didn't do much.
I should be
thanking YOU.
You put the team together
on your own.
Frankly speaking,
it was so hard.
Well...
What?
I can see
what you went through.
The IOC will select the city soon
to hold next Winter Olympics.
Let's do our best.
Yes, sir. We'll do wel at the
Ski Jumping World Cup...
...and be qualified
for the Olympics.
We won't disappoint you.
You won't.
I'm not expecting much.
Medals will come from
short track.
I couldn't agree more.
Short track will rake in
gold medals.
It's a vein of gold.
Korea is a strong power
in the winter sports.
The ski jumping
facility will...
...bring us a step closer
to host the next Olympics.
These four ski jumpers are...
Captain, you go first.
You're a captain, right?
The grade of
the ramp is off.
- Way off.
- Captain my ass...
Who's going first?
The sun's going down!
It's going down!
Let's draw lots.
Not bad...
Forget it.
I'll go first.
You should be our captain.
Bob was right.
The grade is off.
Hey!
Hey!
Hey!
Stop it.
Oh...
Bob! Bob!
That was great!
Good job!
Look. A Korean flag.
A national team!
Guys! It's raining.
Get your gear!
We have only a week
before the World Cup.
If we make it
to the top 6...
...we're going
to the Olympics.
6 out of 8 teams?
It should be
a piece of cake.
Sure.
We'll crush Japan.
We'll beat those Japs
and go to the Olympics.
It's in Nagano.
Japan is a host country.
You fool. Nagayo refers to hot
chicks working at an escort club.
It's Nagano,
not Nagayo.
We're going to the Olympics,
not a freaking club.
Dumb ass.
Fine, whatever.
You won the lottery,
or something?
You got it?
CHA Heon-tae!
Congrats.
If you don't win,
you go to the army, too.
Come take a look.
Why can't I do this?
I sure can stab though.
These are skis, huh?
Excuse me.
Who are you?
What do you think?
Can't you tell?
I'm here
to see Su-yeon.
I have nothing to say.
I'll do all the talking.
You do the listening.
Jae-bok, Jae-bok?
Stop staring at me
before I poke your eyes out.
Listen. She owes me...
Jae-bok?
At the count of 3
we'll jump on them.
Heung-cheol?
I'll take care of those two
in the back.
You deal with
that jackknife.
Chil-gu, okay?
80 grand in total.
One... Two... Three!
What's it gonna be?
Come on, guys.
What the hell
are you doing?
What's wrong with you?
I don't owe you money.
I told you to listen,
didn't I?
Can't you see
I'm threatening him?
What?
Bong-gu?
Bong-gu...
You just invited me
to the world of violence.
Where's that retard?
Why are you lip-syncing?
Would sing along
if you shit...
I'm not fuckin genius.
Damn, we have
multinational debtors.
Coach?
Should we pack?
We can't go to
Germany broke.
That bitch took
all our money.
You're her father.
How could you not know her?
You never know your kids.
I'll report her
to the police.
I can't take this anymore.
Why'd she take
the plane tickets?
You can't report her!
What's wrong with you?
You don't know
what she's going through!
I don't.
And I don't want to.
Who cares
what shit she's in?
You call yourself a dad?
She has red spots
all over her body.
You have no idea
what disease she has.
You call yourself a dad?
I'm not a mom, am I?
What the...
What did she tell you?
That she's sick?
That she has AIDS?
That sneaky lying bitch...
Start packing.
We're going to Germany.
For the World Cup!
Pack, asshole.
You're so clueless.
Excuse me.
You need to shower
more often.
Check it out.
It's so itchy.
Did you use
that jade mat?
Sure.
Why did you?
That piece of shit is...
She said it was good
for guys.
Who else used it?
She makes them herself.
What's up with him?
December 1997
Ski Jump Work Cup, Germany
A practice game
Hey, we're here first.
Bob?
Is that you, Bobbie?
So you finally ran back to the
mother land, huh?
Are you still playing?
So what, you can't handle playing
with the big boys or something?
What's the fuck with that
yin-yang shit, man.
Yeah, I know.
I like your flag to look better, too.
You know? The same color
your mom wears in panty.
Don't!
Don't Fight back!
Come on!
Stop it!
Shall I die here?
Huh?
I thought
you are a Yankee.
Let me go!
Come on
walk away, walk it away!
Cuz that's all you're good at
walk away!
Because you're scat shitless little fuck!
What do you want,
fucking asshole?
What do you want,
fucking asshole?
Here we go.
Place shots on top.
Check this out.
Attention, please!
Korea
That's Korea!
I.M.F. KOREA!
You cause trouble for us
no matter where we are.
I'm sorry.
Then what the hell
are you doing here?
You gonna sell me
some Kimchi or what?
Hey fuckin yellow monkey!
Come on, taking another
shot of me, huh?
Listen pretty boy.
I'm not the Bruce you knew.
I'm no longer second place!
You're neither Korean
nor American.
What are you?
An invisible man?
Poor bastard.
What a laughing
stock you are.
And you...
are on the bottom of the totem pole...
of your loser dog eating friends!
Why'd you come back
to Korea?
Back off, assholes!
These are my family!
Family my ass.
Let go.
They might disqualify us
and Team USA.
It's been decided?
Another meeting will be
held tomorrow.
You knocked Bruce's
teeth out.
Guess you don't need
goggles anymore.
What's happening to us?
Beats me.
They kept saying
'Ugly Koreans' at the meeting.
That's bad, right?
Yes.
We've been disqualified.
Then we can't go
to the Olympics?
I have to talk to
the committee!
Let go of me!
Okay! Okay!
I have to talk to the committee!
December 27, 1997
Day of the World Cup
Due to the bad weather...
...they're stopping the game
for 30 minutes.
Let's try again
in 4 years.
Or we'll take it
to the IOC.
Americans were so upset.
You know why?
They already have enough points
to qualify for the Olympics.
They're stopping the game
for 30 minutes.
Let me go talk
to the committee.
I'm a coach.
The weather conditions are
still the same.
The decision just came in.
What's he saying?
The committee has cancelled
the remaining events...
...which allows all the teams
to complete in the Olympics.
Yes, that's good news
for all 13 teams.
We're going.
We're going to
the Olympics!
Chil-gu?
We are going!
We are going!
Yeah!
Mr. Chairman!
Hello?
Mr. Chairman, please.
Hello? Mr. Chairman?
This is Coach BANG.
No, Coach BANG
of the ski jump team.
Yes. Yes.
We made it.
2002 Winter Olympics
Salt Lake City, USA
We're going to the Olympics!
Hello?
Sir?
I can't hear you.
What?
But that doesn't...
Sir?
Don't!
It's okay.
Keep Off
Why is it closed?
Where's the coach?
I thought we had it.
I didn't expect America to put in
so much toward the end.
What is it?
I just wanted
to talk to you.
Should I wait?
What?
Our team...
It was supposed to last...
...until the IOC selected
the host city?
I'm sorry.
I thought it would work out.
We were just a show...
...to host the Olympics?
I'm really sorry, guys.
I got naturalized for the country
that had dumped me.
Korea dumped me again.
So you're running?
Like father, like daughter.
How could you do this to us?
Yes, I was sick
of being a loser...
...and having nothing
to show for myself.
So I used you to be a coach
for the national team.
Got a problem?
Knock it off.
Let's go practice.
We'll do it ourselves.
An apartment
for the gold, right?
If you go to the military,
what about your girlfriend?
Let's get our gear
and hit the ramp.
We can go to the Olympics
and win medals.
Stop it, moron.
Stop what?
Stop what, huh?
Stop what?!
Stop what?!
No!
It's mine.
Dad...
Let's go home.
Now!
Look at her tummy!
You don't deserve
to be a father!
Didn't you hear me?
Let's go home!
Today is an anniversary
of your mom's death.
And it's my birthday too.
I'll marry her.
A Chinese girl?
That's taboo.
Sir!
The baby is coming!
Hurry, or she might die!
If you leave now,
I'll turn her in.
She's an illegal alien.
I've already reported...
...our marriage.
I have a bad cold.
A bottle of Luminal, please.
I can't sell it
by the bottle.
How about 10 pills?
Muju's Dream Gone
I'm only 20!
Look what you did!
Keep up, will you?
Our products are a moneymaker.
You can make...
10 pills of Luminal, please.
No individual pills.
What about a bottle?
It's raining in winter.
You speak English well?
SURE!
It says
'No Throwing' here.
Wait.
'Fragile.'
'Easy to break.'
'Warning.'
It might break
when thrown away.
The company isn't responsible.
So don't throw it.
Got it?
Hello?
Study English
all over again.
Bob!
Come on!
I know you're still upset
over this Olympic thing.
This should help you, sir.
Why do you think
I hired you?
Cause I wouldn't be a headache
if anything went wrong.
I know that.
Then why are you and
your boys still here?
Come back in 4 years.
PyeongChang is bidding
for the next one.
Sir, I was nothing
teaching little kids.
And you picked me as a coach
for the national team.
I'll never forget that.
But those boys...
One joined,
hoping to find
his birth mother.
And one joined to look after
a retarded brother and a grandma.
I tricked them
into joining the team.
If they can't make it
to the Olympics...
...they will hate me
until I die.
And I will hate you
until I die.
No matter what it takes...
...I'll curse you for life.
Sir...
Please, don't break the team.
Send us to the Olympics.
Go to the Olympics.
I'll see what I can do.
But...
At your own expense.
We're out of budget.
We're broke.
What?
You don't want to?
No, no. Thank you, sir.
Sir...
I'll just...
How short are we?
Including food and lodging,
about 5 grand.
You don't have that?
I don't, jackass.
I haven't sold any.
I can't do this alone.
You crazy bitch!
Don't get mad.
I took a bus here.
This is all because...
Not me.
Crazy bitch...
Who changed the PIN?
I couldn't
take out a penny.
Jae-bok!
Show them what you got.
Do your best.
We're not going to war.
No drama, please.
I don't wanna date a soldier.
So win a medal.
Okay!
What are you doing?
Bye.
Who put them in the front?
1998 Winter Olympics
Nagano, Japan
Hello, everyone.
We're coming to you live
from Hakuba Stadium.
Hello, everyone
This is Joe...
50 thousand people
are cheering...
What can we expect?
Chances are very high
for Japan to win.
Though unofficially...
...our guys have fairly
good records.
I hope they do
well tonight.
Don't get your hopes up.
They should think of this
as a good experience...
...and do their
best out there.
I see.
Guys, I've been thinking...
Don't call me
Bob anymore.
Okay, Heon-tae.
I like your name.
And show me respect.
I was a boxer.
You didn't tell them?
You show ME some respect.
I'm your coach.
Gather up, guys.
One, two, three...
Let's go!
Once done with a safety check
on your gear...
...please proceed to the
jump tower.
CHA Heon-tae!
Crush them.
Sure, Coach.
He lands!
He jumps!
He's down!
It's amazing!
He jumps!
He's like a missile!
He lands!
Now the last team
for the first round run
team Korea.
The last team is Korea.
He's ready to go.
Wow he was under the shadow
of Bruce McQuay
all along while
in junior national team.
This will show
our guys have potential.
What do you think?
They have a shot
at medals, don't they?
We'll win some gold tomorrow
in short track skating.
Have you seen
a Korean ski jumper?
Never.
CHA Heon-tae is
ready to go.
This is a historical moment
for Korea...
...competing for the first time
ever in ski jumping.
It'll be a challenge
for him.
A challenge it is.
He lands!
It was beautiful.
His flying distance is...
135 meters!
It's unbelievable.
He is second place after the first
round out of 49 athletes.
That will put some pressure
on other players.
CHA Heon-tae was
on the US national team.
That must've helped.
He was an alpine skier.
He's great!
Korea!
Hye-ra?
What's that sport?
It must be new.
Tell us about him.
He was a junkie
back in high school.
In other words,
he had a free spirit.
He almost lost balance.
He shouldn't
mess around like that.
This is no joke.
He needs to be serious.
CHOI Heung-cheol is
on the start bar.
He's getting ready
for the first jump.
Here he goes.
Here he goes.
He lands!
Oh, he's down!
Will he be okay?
According to Coach BANG...
...he has problems
with landing.
You know why?
Because he was being cocky!
I hope he lands better
in the second round.
If so, that will put him
in the mid or top rank.
More power to them.
Now MA Jae-bok...
Now we have third jumper from team Korea
Jae-bok Ma is getting ready to jump.
I can't imagine
how nervous he is now.
But he needs to stay
calm and focused.
I'd like to say
a pose at the jumping moment
is very important.
Then he can get plus points.
He lands beautifully!
128 meters!
59.5 points for MA.
He's third place!
Way to go, Korea!
This is unbelievable.
MA Jae-bok!
Nobody expected this.
I'm shocked.
Now we have
the last jumper...
Meat is burning.
- Are you out of mind?
- Sorry.
I think we have a shot
at medals.
It's possible.
They're doing great.
Now the 4th jumper
for Korea.
KANG Chil-gu!
Now, his turn.
That's right.
I expect that he'll do well.
The 4th jumper for Korea, KANG Chil-gu.
Being the last jumper
how he performs is very important.
That's right.
He needs to relax.
This is their first appearance
at the Olympics.
They have nothing to lose.
He should relax.
Anxiety is never good.
It's getting foggy.
- He should wait.
- That's right.
Wait. Wait.
Wait.
They're stopping
the game.
Well, they are stopping
the game now.
Why is that?
It's due to the fog.
It's okay!
- It's due to the fog.
- Yeah.
Safety should be
a priority.
- Does this happen?
- Sure.
You can't jump
when you can't see.
Good thing
they've stopped the game.
The blue signal
just came on.
Wait.
The blue signal
just came on.
It seems
they are continuing.
It looks that way.
Look at the clock!
You are on!
- Is this ok?
- No, no.
No, something's wrong.
A little bit of
fog is okay.
But it's
too foggy to jump.
- The clock on the board is working.
- It's a different situation.
Go back!
Don't jump!
Go back!
The coaching staff needs to
complain in this case.
Go back!
He's getting ready.
No, he shouldn't!
It's time! Go!
You can't jump now!
Go back!
No! Go!
Chil-gu, go back!
The jumper cannot
identify the situation.
Don't jump! Go back!
He's getting ready to go.
This is crazy.
Go back!
Get out of there!
It's foggier and darker
than what you see on TV.
This is wrong.
They should stop the game.
They're resuming the game.
This is insane.
- They have to stop it!
- Yes, this is crazy thing.
Coach Bang should appeal!
It has to be stopped.
They have to stop it!
All of the jumps are for judges
to decide just everything.
He shouldn't jump now.
He shouldn't be
ready to jump!
Oh no, he's not getting up.
KANG Chil-gu is down.
How could this happen
at the Olympics?
I hope he's okay.
How could this happen?
He jumped
because he got the signal.
They shouldn't have
let him jump.
He seems in
so much pain.
From what I see,
his ankle fractured.
It's completely fractured.
I can tell.
Now the fog is clearing.
They should've waited.
This can't be happening
at an international event.
This is an indelible stain
on Nagano Olympics.
He'll be out of the game
due to injury.
This is heart-breaking.
How could Japan do this?
Way to go,
damn Japan!
Welcome everyone.
Now, we're back here at Nagano
for the second round jump
is about to begin!
He jumps!
Balance is good.
He's flying far!
He lands!
Amazing.
What a jump.
Absolutely amazing!
Chil-gu, it's okay.
In high school,
we won a medal...
...but got them
taken away.
Look, asshole.
Why bring that up?
It was your fault.
You were high!
What are you doing?
Knock it off!
Heung-cheol
I can do it.
I can do it.
See? I can do it.
He jumps!
Team Japan is taking
first place again!
Come on!
More!
It's okay.
Calm down.
Korea has changed the entry
for the second round.
Korea has changed the entry
for the second round.
Do they have a replacement?
The entry has changed.
On the new entry...
Excuse me.
Excuse me.
We have KANG Bong-gu.
Tell us about him.
The long one.
See? He's not short.
He's tall enough.
He has no records.
He's on the reserve list.
He has no
previous records.
We trained hard,
didn't we?
Remember your training?
Bong-gu, what did I say?
When I jump,
don't look down.
I will die
if I lose balance.
That's right.
Clean somewhere else.
It's too noisy.
The second round is about
to begin.
The captain of team Korea,
Heon-tae Cha
is about to take his
second round.
He needs this one badly.
CHA Heon-tae is going first.
He was adopted to America
when he was little.
Now he's a key player
in our team.
He came back to Korea
to find his birth mother.
He was adopted with his sister
when he was 7.
I'm sure
he'll find her.
I believe him.
Here he goes.
His record is...
138 meters!
What's the total score
of second period?
A total score is 661.4.
661.4!
This is amazing!
Good thing
he came back to Korea!
He came back to find
his birth mother.
Let's watch
something else.
Hold on!
Wait...
Wait, please...
She must see this!
Incredible!
The second jumper is on.
He shouldn't get greedy.
And no messing around.
If he does well,
we can take fifth place.
Team Korea's second jumper
is getting ready.
He's the one who had
problem with his landing.
Who knows?
They might win a medal.
They've been doing great.
CHOI Heung-cheol is on.
Calm and careful,
and he can pull it off.
He seemed a bit tense
at the first round.
Everybody both home and here
is waiting for his jump.
Here he goes.
He starts!
Steady!
No messing around!
We're fifth place!
We're moving up from ninth
to fifth place! Amazing!
We should go for the gold.
He's great.
Now he can be cocky.
He deserves it.
Winning a medal is not
a dream anymore.
Chances are good.
He was great!
It's their first appearance!
Everything is up to the third
and fourth jumpers.
People are whooping here
at the stadium in Nagano.
MA Jae-bok is up next.
Right.
It's an important moment.
MA Jae-bok,
the third jumper for Korea.
This is good chance!
He can bring the team
closer to a medal.
Everybody here is cheering
for Korea now.
That's sportsmanship.
You cheer for
the underdog.
Earlier tonight I asked MA
who his role model was.
One that he respects
the most.
And he said
it was his father.
You must be proud of him.
He's not like other kids.
Kids these days do nothing
but drink and dance.
He sure deserves the gold.
He's a good son
and a great ski jumper.
His father must've
influenced him a lot.
The talent must run
in the family.
MA is ready to go.
Here he goes.
He lands.
He receives 59.5!
59.5!
I can't even grasp what is
happening here at Nagano.
We're third place.
His father must be
very proud of him.
I don't wanna jinx it.
But we're very close
to winning a medal.
If the fourth jumper flies
over 100 meters...
...a bronze is
a sure thing.
Can you see that, guys?
You can see
that blue line.
That blue line is
at 100 meters.
That's right.
If he lands past the line,
a medal is guaranteed.
Now it's up to
KANG Bong-gu.
All he needs to do is
ski down the ramp and jump.
There's nothing else to it.
Just jump.
- It's that easy, right?
- Right.
It's up to the last jumper,
KANG Bong-gu.
If he does well, a bronze is
theirs for the taking.
Everybody is waiting
and cheering for him.
I've lost my voice.
- I hope he makes it.
- He will.
It's up to him.
I'm so proud of them
for what they've achieved.
Nobody expected this.
Now 50 thousand people here
are cheering for Korea.
Hold on.
KANG Bong-gu isn't seen.
He should be on the
start bar by now.
There seems
to be a problem.
Look at me.
Look at me!
Focus.
I'm scared.
Focus and go jump!
I'm scared.
Jump!
What are you scared of?
Don't you know
why you have to do this?
You have to jump so I won't
have to go to the military!
If I do...
You won't be drafted?
What are you?
A national player.
Say it louder.
A national player
for Korea.
Yes, you represent Korea.
Go jump now.
KANG Bong-gu is
on the start bar.
100 meters!
That's all he needs.
He can't afford
any mistakes.
It's time for him to show
that he has balls!
He can do this.
He has to do it.
I have no doubt
that he will.
History is in the making
for Korea!
Everybody back home
and people here in Nagano...
...are waiting for his jump.
A medal...
I can't believe this.
KANG Bong-gu is down.
Everybody here
is worried.
It was so close.
I saw it exactly.
He was good,
and everybody is worried.
He's not getting up.
This is really sad.
I have a lump
in my throat.
It was a last run
for the team.
He's still down,
unconscious.
I hope he's okay.
Yes, we hope
he's okay.
Bong-gu?
Hey! Hey!
Everybody is quiet,
waiting for him to come to.
Bong-gu!
People are
suddenly cheering...
What sportsmanship.
Everybody is hoping for him
to regain consciousness.
Team Korea did
a terrific job.
This is so heartwarming.
Everybody is hoping for him...
He's up!
He sprang back up!
He sprang back up!
They've done their best,
and that's what counts.
They've shown the world
what a strong team they are.
Bong-gu!
I did well!
You're crying?
Korea, 13th Place
Good job, guys.
Short track skating rules.
Good job.
Really good job.
Let's give it another shot
in 4 years.
PyeongChang is bidding
for the next Olympics?
- Fine.
- You did well.
Chil-gu!
Grandma?
What are you
doing here?
Don't!
My leg! It's broken!
I'm happy!
Grandma!
Hi.
Don't you remember me?
Oh, Flea Market.
You did well.
Thanks.
Have you found your
birth mother?
No, not yet.
I see. If she's alive,
she'll be watching you.
Got anything to say?
Anything to say
to your birth mother?
I'm sorry...
Anything to say?
CHA Heon-tae?
Okay.
I turned out fine.
I want to tell her that...
...she shouldn't feel guilty
about having deserted us.
And that I'm happy.
CHA Heon-tae?
Not me.
If I met her...
...I wanted to tell her
she was bad to dump us.
I was looking for her
to tell her that.
But I haven't gotten
an apartment.
I have to buy an apartment
before I meet her.
You heard me, Mom?
Wait a little longer.
I'll win at the next Olympics
and buy an apartment.
Just wait for me.
You just wait for me!
Stop it.
Everybody's watching.
Call me
when you get to the hotel.
We'll have dinner.
Call me, okay?
Heon-tae?
Some lady asked me
to give you this.
4 years later
2002 Winter Olympics
Salt Lake City, USA
They've won medals at various
international events.
There are only 5 ski jumpers
on the Korean national team.
Directed by Kim Yong-wha, 2009
Presented by KM Culture
and Showbox Mediaplex
BASED ON A TRUE STORY
Winter Olympics
1996, Muju City
Bidding for Winter Olympics
HA Jung-woo
Muju's Dream Gone
SUNG Dong-il
KIM Ji-suk
KIM Dong-wook
Written and Directed by KIM Yong-Hwa
TAKE OFF
June 1997
We have Korean adoptees
with us today.
They're looking for
their families.
They're from overseas.
From America...
...Canada, France,
the Netherlands...
Please welcome
CHA Heon-tae
from America.
Mr. CHA?
Please.
It's Okay, I'll handle it.
My Korean name is
CHA Heon-tae.
I was born in Jeonju in 1971.
In 1977 when I was 7...
...my sister and I were adopted
to an American family.
Whatever you remember,
please tell us.
Mom often fed us tomatoes
sprinkled with sugar.
She was left-handed.
Oh, the apartment.
She said she'd work hard
and make enough money...
...to buy an apartment for us.
And that she'd bring us back
from America.
Temporary, she said.
She said it was only temporary.
And it's been 20 years.
Your sister married
an American?
Yes, they have a daughter.
So adorable.
I bet.
She's your niece, and...
Yes...
How do you speak
Korean so well?
I didn't wanna lose it
for my mom.
So I took Korean
at a Korean school.
And I went to
a Korean church.
Watching the Seoul Olympics on TV,
I saw many apartments.
So I thought
it wouldn't be long...
...before she'd come for us.
They're your step parents?
She seems precious.
- Absolutely.
- Right.
My step mom can't get pregnant.
That's why they adopted me.
I didn't say pregnant.
I said precious.
"A precious lady."
The heart in mind of your parents,
not pregnant.
I meant she had
a good heart.
I'm sorry, but...
You're here again.
A national team?
I told you. I wish I could
tear Korea apart.
Korea sold me and my sister
for 30 grand.
Playing for a country
that dumped us?
That's funny.
You can use Korea
for your own sake.
FUCKING KOREA!
Hey, Bob! You might be putting
her in trouble.
Stop and talk to me.
That's bullshit.
She's my birth mother.
What if she
didn't want you?
Not that she couldn't
find you?
It's very possible
that she didn't want you.
My thumb!
You don't know her.
Stop dissing her.
I'm not!
I'm just being honest.
Most adoptees that come back
turned out well.
They're doctors, CPAs,
and international lawyers.
What about you?
You're nothing but a loser!
Why don't you put yourself
in her shoes?
I wouldn't want you
if I were her.
You have to let
her find you.
You'll get me
interviews?
Don't worry.
You'll do more than celebs.
Be famous,
and she will show up.
They were alpine skiers
like you in high school.
One of them got dismissed
after they failed a dope test.
- Dismissed?
- Yes,
off the books.
What do you want
these scumbags for?
Scumbags?
Watch your mouth.
Who do you think you are,
calling them scumbags?
Put your foot down!
Are you sure
we're not lost?
Of course.
Just go back to sleep.
What the...
Get out of the way!
Do I know him?
Give me a ride.
Move it, asshole!
I can't believe this.
Move, punk!
Give me a ride.
Move!
Is he crazy or what?
Move!
What the fuck!
Just give him a ride.
Why should I?
He's freaking crazy!
What the...
It's dead?
You son of a bitch!
You saw that?
Laughing?
I'll fucking kill you.
You...
Get back here!
Stop right there!
Get out of here.
Come on, back up!
I don't know how, asshole!
What a nubjob.
Fire!
It's spraying!
I told you to give him a ride!
Come on, come on.
Come on.
Come on.
Come on.
Does he work here?
Bob, wait here.
Hey, Deina. How's mom?
Is she eating?
What are the doctors say?
Okay. Let me talk to mom.
Hey
Hey mom. I'm sorry
I can't be there right now.
Is Deina there everyday?
Okay.
How's the food?
I miss your cooking.
Yeah, I'm doing fine.
Don't worry.
Damn, your English is good.
You look like shit though.
Listen, Yankee.
Lots of hot chicks at our club.
I'll hook you up with them.
Damn.
You're funny.
Come here.
Give me your best shot.
Go ahead.
What are you doing?
Look at this.
We're a family now.
- A family?
- That's right.
What a couple of morons.
So you've been looking
after your grand kids.
Isn't it hard to put eyes
on the dolls?
This can't be easy
even for young people.
You're the only...
Who are you?
Heung-cheol,
you still sniff glue?
Come on, man.
That was in high school.
I'm clean now.
Don't hang out with
Lowlifes like them. Okay?
Stop wasting your time
and go to the military.
Make sure they pay.
Okay.
That old man is a pain.
What?
Come on, drinking is a way
to break the ice.
Yeah, smiling is good.
Is it agrichemicals
from earlier?
Why am I so drunk?
Who is he?
He's my brother.
Don't you wanna be
on the national team?
Stop bothering us.
I'm not buying it.
I'm talking
about the national team.
We can't ski now.
Thanks to that asshole.
We couldn't even go
to college.
But we have to go
to the military.
It's fucked up.
Fuck!
You're a junkie.
I only took cold medicine.
Luminal... Fuck you.
But you took over
100 pills.
Fucking idiot.
Stupid.
Eat this.
Funny.
Come on,
cut it out.
Please!
June 1997 Construction of
Muju Ski Jump Tower
That's ski jumping.
You go down an in run,
a ramp of 38 degrees.
Which is 120 meters long. Then you
take off, flying over 120 meters.
Scoring is very simple. You get
points for balanced style in the air.
In addition to the length
that you jump.
Isn't it cool?
And the distance points.
You land at the calculation
line at 120 meters.
For every meter over, you get...
1.8 points, right?
Yes, 1.8 it is.
And 1.8 is deducted
for every meter less.
Since the wind influences
the game heavily...
...the world records
mean nothing.
For a team competition,
4 skiers do 2 runs each.
All the points are added
to decide the winner.
Right?
What men wouldn't like
this sport?
It's cool enough
to make your jaws drop.
They fall and roll over...
That doesn't happen often.
Let me assure you.
Most of the time,
they fly with style...
They don't always fall
like that!
You hardly get hurt
even when you fall.
Not every winter
sport is safe.
Importantly,
no points if you fall.
You should land well.
Right?
It happens now and then.
We're almost done.
You skipped school?
It's out for the summer.
Let me introduce
the captain for our team.
He was on the US junior alpine
ski team. Only briefly though.
Name's CHA Heon-tae.
American one is...
- Bob... James?
- Yes, I'm James
Hi.
Hi.
You are a fucking joke.
Why us?
Cause nobody
wants to do it.
What makes you
think we do?
So you can stop
being scumbags.
I told you so...
What's in it for us?
If you win
at the Winter Olympics...
...you'll receive
a cash reward.
If you win a gold medal,
they'll give you an apartment.
Know what I'm saying?
Cut me in, will you?
Forget it.
What are our chances to win
at the Olympics?
Zero.
America invests
a lot into it.
And it's still hard.
I'm out of here.
Wish you luck, guys.
Now we have 30% chance
with the junkie gone.
How old are you?
TWENTY SEVEN!
He's older than the junkie.
He's 27.
Don't expect me
to call you Bro.
Don't.
We never do in America.
Stop it!
Fight! Fight!
Calm down!
Heung-cheol! It can waive
your military duty.
Too late for that.
We've received a draft notice.
Tear it up.
Making the national team,
it's postponed automatically.
If you win at the Olympics,
you'll be exempt.
Exempt.
Exempt completely.
Daddy?
How'd you know
I was here?
I'll wait outside.
Heung-cheol?
Ski jump my ass.
I've already sold my skis. No way!
You just disappeared.
Did you think I couldn't find you?
And you told the bank
that they can arrest me?
I've done enough for you.
Seoul plate?
It's $ 320
with the toll.
You took a cab
from Seoul?
Get my stuff out
of the trunk.
What the heck are these?
They're jade mats.
Move them inside, will you?
Your boys are coming.
Crazy bitch...
Crazy bitch...
I made the national team.
You heard me?
Grandma, look at me.
I made the national team.
If I do well, no military.
And you don't have to
do this anymore.
Okay?
Ski what?
Ski jumping.
What the hell is
ski jumping?
It's cool, Dad.
And I'm on the national team.
How can a loser like you
represent the nation?
You can't even
represent your own life.
Damn the national team.
You just do what I say.
Understood?
Understood?
You useless piece of shit.
Hey.
You're cute.
Here's a jade mat for you.
It does wonders for guys.
It's too much for a gift.
I'm selling it.
Not buying it.
Looking for your mom?
So scary.
Guess how long it took me
to track down my dad.
I don't give a shit!
3 days.
It took me 3 days.
Let me know
if you need help.
Then buy this for me.
Hey, come on in.
They didn't see me.
The national team!
The national team!
Come here!
I don't know
if I can do this.
I bet you can.
The coach's girl is a fox.
She seems slutty.
I'm not attracted to tramps.
Is that why
you banged that hag?
I told you she and
I were of the same age.
Just watch.
I'll screw her
within 3 weeks.
$50?
Make it $100!
You think you can find
your mother?
How do I know what would happen?
Take them off, asshole.
How do you feel about
making the national team?
I love Korea so much.
People are kind.
People are kind...
Warm-hearted by nature.
I can't wait to find
my birth mom.
You can't wait to find
your birth mom...
- Look, Mister.
- Yes?
You're from
the Flea Market, right?
What's taking so long?
It's been an hour.
Flea Market?
I don't know if you saw
but I fell off the bike earlier.
But don't consider it
a bad omen.
Until that jump tower
is completed...
...we'll focus on basics
and physical training.
Fine.
Go sit down.
That's what we're doing.
I'm sure
you have many questions.
Concerning the gear
and uniforms.
Yes, Jae-bok?
I have to go check
on the restaurant.
Sure, go.
- Thanks, Coach.
- Just go.
Coach?
What?
We need 5 jumpers
including a reserve.
So?
There are only 4 of us.
We do need a reserve.
A good point.
I was wondering
when you'd ask me that.
I've deliberated a lot
on the issue.
Hey, come here.
You can eat that later.
Come here.
stop... stop!
Can you ski?
Everybody in Muju can.
You know why Japanese guys
are great ski jumpers?
They're small, but skis are big
So the wind carries them longer.
That's right.
Perfect.
So perfect.
He's in middle school.
There's no age limit.
Let's get you in shape.
He's only a reserve.
I won't let him jump.
If you were me,
would you let him?
What?
Guys. You can't hang out here.
This is a national team
in training.
You see that?
Let's get out of here.
It's only 30 meters long.
Pick one each.
Think of it as physical training.
It's up to you. It's either this
or running the track.
If you can't do this,
you can't do 120 meters.
Yes, Jae-bok?
- We have a group of customers.
- Fine, go.
Serve the group.
Why'd you even come back?
Let him go.
- Just go.
- I'll be back.
No, don't come back.
Where are you going?
Get me down!
Jump!
Stop the car!
Hang on!
We're doing 90!
Look!
Hey!
Flume Ride
Fire!
Hey!
That Yankee asshole.
What's on his shoulder?
A birth mark?
He's cool.
You'd better watch him.
Shut your hole, bitch.
Hey, a lady of secrets.
Wanna know my secrets?
Sure.
Then buy a jade mat from me.
Or don't talk to me.
What a loser!
That bitch...
Trying to sell me things?
She asked you to buy
a jade mat, too?
Did I say 3 weeks?
Make that 4.
Move.
Do we have to go
to the pool or what?
Bong-gu,
is the water out?
You're a genius
I gotta hand it to you.
One, two, three.
Why isn't this working?
When do we get to practice
on an actual ramp?
Chil-gu.
You got a water pump?
No. We can't practice
without water?
No way.
You'll get scratched up.
Hey!
Why are you up there?
Look at me!
Bong-gu, wait!
What are you doing there?
Hey!
Bong-gu!
Get down here!
What are you doing?
Bong-gu!
Fire!
- Bong-gu!
- Bong-gu!
Jump.
Fuck...
Let me see.
He's all scratched up.
- You stupid fuck!
- Don't hit him.
Stop it.
Bob? You have guests
from Adoptees Association.
Our efforts paid off.
We've found your
birth mother.
But there's a problem.
Let go!
Why doesn't she want
to meet him?
Why avoid her own son?
Are you drunk?
Drink and cry...
You're believable.
Bob, trust me.
I'll find her for you.
I'm not doing this
because you bought the mat.
He bought what?
Mind your own business.
Yes, Daddy.
It took me 3 days
to find him.
With this,
3 days are enough.
And we won't stop trying
until we find her.
Don't worry.
Shut up and
stop drinking.
Can't you see?
She must be happy
with a new family.
Look, she dumped you
for her own sake.
If I were her,
I would avoid you, too.
Hey, stop!
No fighting in the car!
Scientific training?
Fuck it.
Hey!
Wait!
A documentary?
It's a school project.
A documentary on adoptees.
I didn't know
you were going to school.
He's an adoptee.
And he's an interpreter.
Hello.
Sorry.
Here's her name and SSN.
Fine.
I can't give you any information
without her consent.
We need to contact her
and see if she wants to meet you.
What are you doing?
Is that it?
Is this enough?
Yes.
We don't need you.
I'll talk to him in English.
NO. Understand?
What the fuck is wrong with Korea?
I just don't get the shit.
How can a government prevent
a kid from finding his mother.
This place is fucked up.
I never do choice.
What?
He still wants to meet her.
He said more than that.
Are you sure
you're an interpreter?
- You are...
- Cut!
Why?
What are you doing?
He's supposed to be crying now.
You ruined the scene.
Isn't this a documentary?
Don't you know me?
I never do anything
without a careful planning.
I can't believe I have to act
for a documentary.
What do you
want me to do?
Let's do it
one more time.
Detective?
Don't do the lines.
So awkward.
Come on,
- I'm trying...
- Look ahead.
You take over, officer.
Action.
Well...
I can't give you any information
without her consent.
We need to contact her
and see if she wants to meet you.
So...
- Who is it?
- I...
I...
- Sister?
- Yes.
We're spreading
God's words.
Our parish made this.
It's been made
with love of Jesus.
Yes, I can feel his love.
It's jade dust.
You got married again?
What?
Let's pray.
Dear, Lord.
Thanks for watching us.
We thank you for showing
your miracle on this family.
She's willing to share
your glory...
...by buying this mat
made in your holy name.
Please, bless her family.
- Amen.
- Amen.
Look. You really
want to know?
It's been 3 years
since I got remarried.
You have a son, right?
Only a daughter.
What's this all about?
It's nothing. Buy more for
other people in your family.
We can give you
a discount.
I don't haggle
over God's products.
I'll buy them all.
Hallelujah!
Look! What's
wrong with you?
I told you not to wash this.
Can't you read English?
Don't wash.
Please dry.
I'm sorry.
I don't read English.
I thought it was washable.
Study English,
or quit!
Get out of here!
Hye-ra, we have guests
with God's words.
Don't mind her.
Bring us tea, please.
Go ahead.
You washed this, too.
Study English!
That rude shithead.
Fine, let that
bastard go.
For all I care!
Coach, it's
better this way.
That Yankee made us
waste our time.
I'm so upset.
Chil-gu? Your brother
is taking his place.
I've decided.
That Bob asshole is quitting.
You take his place.
No age limit, right?
That's right.
Steady.
Put me down now.
Put me down.
Sorry, dad...
No, son. It's fine...
Is it really enough? If you need
more all you have to do is ask.
Look, you're over there looking for your
birth mother the one that left us for good.
Whatever... fine!
But just to let you know
the mother that raised you out of your
fuckin diaper is here in the hospital!
Do you hear me?
And now you call us
and ask for money?
And why is that?
To pay for that woman's rent?
Are you out of your mind?
Just leave us alone.
Don't call us here ever again!
Don't come in
until you find the receipt.
Better yet, just leave.
Oh, that's right.
You have nowhere to go.
Hi.
That lump is the size
of a golf ball.
It's Bob!
This is Bob.
Welcome back!
Bob. Bob. Bob.
You guarantee an apartment?
Me?
If we win a medal?
Yes, the gold medal.
You're going for the gold?
Yes.
You think this is a B&B?
What's a B&B?
What's wrong with you?
He's going for the gold.
What the...
Have you even
changed your nationality?
Being an American citizen,
you can't play for Korea.
Have you been naturalized,
or what?
What's 'Naturalized'?
See me after practice.
What are you doing?
Just to let you know,
I've learned Taekwondo.
I was a boxer
before I started skiing.
I don't blink
when taking punches.
Stop bluffing, asshole.
You haven't seen my kicks yet.
Don't hit me in the ear.
It's ringing.
It doesn't stop ringing.
Fuck!
Su-yeon will never like
a loser
like you.
Think about it.
Fuck you!
You're just using us.
To find your
freaking birth mom!
Are you on vacation here?
You think this is a joke?
We're doing this
for our fucking lives!
Now I can see why your mom
doesn't want you, Yankee.
What do you Know?
What the fuck do you know?
You are just fucking crazy drug addict,
a piece of shit!
Yeah, you're right.
She doesn't even
remember my fuckin face!
And that's exactly why
I'm gonna find her!
Because she's not coming for me...
So do not get in my fuckin way!
Because if you do
I'll fuckin kill you!
Got it?
I don't understand a word.
Fucking asshole!
I'll kill you!
Give it to me, baby.
It's about time.
I'll just give you $100.
Jae-bok, that bitch...
It's just...
Promise me one thing.
It's so hard.
Just tell me
you like me
Then I will wait.
Let's just do it then.
Heung-cheol?
Tell me. You think
I sell jade mats for money?
I'll sell them
all for you.
And I'll help you
stop drinking.
It's to pay
hospital bills.
I knew it. What is it?
Liver cirrhosis? Or leukemia?
AIDS.
Acquired Immune
Deficiency Syndrome.
It's been 2 years.
Look.
Here.
You love me, right?
Let's do it right now.
I want you to kiss me.
Come on, kiss me.
Why? Scared?
Wanna touch my tits?
You don't get it by touching.
Come on, it's okay.
Okay then.
We know now
we can't be together.
Don't tell my dad, please.
Fuck!
Is he on something?
He went out with Su-yeon
last night.
I guess he didn't score.
September 1997 Completion Ceremony
of Muju Ski Jump Tower
Thank you so much, sir.
Come on,
I didn't do much.
I should be
thanking YOU.
You put the team together
on your own.
Frankly speaking,
it was so hard.
Well...
What?
I can see
what you went through.
The IOC will select the city soon
to hold next Winter Olympics.
Let's do our best.
Yes, sir. We'll do wel at the
Ski Jumping World Cup...
...and be qualified
for the Olympics.
We won't disappoint you.
You won't.
I'm not expecting much.
Medals will come from
short track.
I couldn't agree more.
Short track will rake in
gold medals.
It's a vein of gold.
Korea is a strong power
in the winter sports.
The ski jumping
facility will...
...bring us a step closer
to host the next Olympics.
These four ski jumpers are...
Captain, you go first.
You're a captain, right?
The grade of
the ramp is off.
- Way off.
- Captain my ass...
Who's going first?
The sun's going down!
It's going down!
Let's draw lots.
Not bad...
Forget it.
I'll go first.
You should be our captain.
Bob was right.
The grade is off.
Hey!
Hey!
Hey!
Stop it.
Oh...
Bob! Bob!
That was great!
Good job!
Look. A Korean flag.
A national team!
Guys! It's raining.
Get your gear!
We have only a week
before the World Cup.
If we make it
to the top 6...
...we're going
to the Olympics.
6 out of 8 teams?
It should be
a piece of cake.
Sure.
We'll crush Japan.
We'll beat those Japs
and go to the Olympics.
It's in Nagano.
Japan is a host country.
You fool. Nagayo refers to hot
chicks working at an escort club.
It's Nagano,
not Nagayo.
We're going to the Olympics,
not a freaking club.
Dumb ass.
Fine, whatever.
You won the lottery,
or something?
You got it?
CHA Heon-tae!
Congrats.
If you don't win,
you go to the army, too.
Come take a look.
Why can't I do this?
I sure can stab though.
These are skis, huh?
Excuse me.
Who are you?
What do you think?
Can't you tell?
I'm here
to see Su-yeon.
I have nothing to say.
I'll do all the talking.
You do the listening.
Jae-bok, Jae-bok?
Stop staring at me
before I poke your eyes out.
Listen. She owes me...
Jae-bok?
At the count of 3
we'll jump on them.
Heung-cheol?
I'll take care of those two
in the back.
You deal with
that jackknife.
Chil-gu, okay?
80 grand in total.
One... Two... Three!
What's it gonna be?
Come on, guys.
What the hell
are you doing?
What's wrong with you?
I don't owe you money.
I told you to listen,
didn't I?
Can't you see
I'm threatening him?
What?
Bong-gu?
Bong-gu...
You just invited me
to the world of violence.
Where's that retard?
Why are you lip-syncing?
Would sing along
if you shit...
I'm not fuckin genius.
Damn, we have
multinational debtors.
Coach?
Should we pack?
We can't go to
Germany broke.
That bitch took
all our money.
You're her father.
How could you not know her?
You never know your kids.
I'll report her
to the police.
I can't take this anymore.
Why'd she take
the plane tickets?
You can't report her!
What's wrong with you?
You don't know
what she's going through!
I don't.
And I don't want to.
Who cares
what shit she's in?
You call yourself a dad?
She has red spots
all over her body.
You have no idea
what disease she has.
You call yourself a dad?
I'm not a mom, am I?
What the...
What did she tell you?
That she's sick?
That she has AIDS?
That sneaky lying bitch...
Start packing.
We're going to Germany.
For the World Cup!
Pack, asshole.
You're so clueless.
Excuse me.
You need to shower
more often.
Check it out.
It's so itchy.
Did you use
that jade mat?
Sure.
Why did you?
That piece of shit is...
She said it was good
for guys.
Who else used it?
She makes them herself.
What's up with him?
December 1997
Ski Jump Work Cup, Germany
A practice game
Hey, we're here first.
Bob?
Is that you, Bobbie?
So you finally ran back to the
mother land, huh?
Are you still playing?
So what, you can't handle playing
with the big boys or something?
What's the fuck with that
yin-yang shit, man.
Yeah, I know.
I like your flag to look better, too.
You know? The same color
your mom wears in panty.
Don't!
Don't Fight back!
Come on!
Stop it!
Shall I die here?
Huh?
I thought
you are a Yankee.
Let me go!
Come on
walk away, walk it away!
Cuz that's all you're good at
walk away!
Because you're scat shitless little fuck!
What do you want,
fucking asshole?
What do you want,
fucking asshole?
Here we go.
Place shots on top.
Check this out.
Attention, please!
Korea
That's Korea!
I.M.F. KOREA!
You cause trouble for us
no matter where we are.
I'm sorry.
Then what the hell
are you doing here?
You gonna sell me
some Kimchi or what?
Hey fuckin yellow monkey!
Come on, taking another
shot of me, huh?
Listen pretty boy.
I'm not the Bruce you knew.
I'm no longer second place!
You're neither Korean
nor American.
What are you?
An invisible man?
Poor bastard.
What a laughing
stock you are.
And you...
are on the bottom of the totem pole...
of your loser dog eating friends!
Why'd you come back
to Korea?
Back off, assholes!
These are my family!
Family my ass.
Let go.
They might disqualify us
and Team USA.
It's been decided?
Another meeting will be
held tomorrow.
You knocked Bruce's
teeth out.
Guess you don't need
goggles anymore.
What's happening to us?
Beats me.
They kept saying
'Ugly Koreans' at the meeting.
That's bad, right?
Yes.
We've been disqualified.
Then we can't go
to the Olympics?
I have to talk to
the committee!
Let go of me!
Okay! Okay!
I have to talk to the committee!
December 27, 1997
Day of the World Cup
Due to the bad weather...
...they're stopping the game
for 30 minutes.
Let's try again
in 4 years.
Or we'll take it
to the IOC.
Americans were so upset.
You know why?
They already have enough points
to qualify for the Olympics.
They're stopping the game
for 30 minutes.
Let me go talk
to the committee.
I'm a coach.
The weather conditions are
still the same.
The decision just came in.
What's he saying?
The committee has cancelled
the remaining events...
...which allows all the teams
to complete in the Olympics.
Yes, that's good news
for all 13 teams.
We're going.
We're going to
the Olympics!
Chil-gu?
We are going!
We are going!
Yeah!
Mr. Chairman!
Hello?
Mr. Chairman, please.
Hello? Mr. Chairman?
This is Coach BANG.
No, Coach BANG
of the ski jump team.
Yes. Yes.
We made it.
2002 Winter Olympics
Salt Lake City, USA
We're going to the Olympics!
Hello?
Sir?
I can't hear you.
What?
But that doesn't...
Sir?
Don't!
It's okay.
Keep Off
Why is it closed?
Where's the coach?
I thought we had it.
I didn't expect America to put in
so much toward the end.
What is it?
I just wanted
to talk to you.
Should I wait?
What?
Our team...
It was supposed to last...
...until the IOC selected
the host city?
I'm sorry.
I thought it would work out.
We were just a show...
...to host the Olympics?
I'm really sorry, guys.
I got naturalized for the country
that had dumped me.
Korea dumped me again.
So you're running?
Like father, like daughter.
How could you do this to us?
Yes, I was sick
of being a loser...
...and having nothing
to show for myself.
So I used you to be a coach
for the national team.
Got a problem?
Knock it off.
Let's go practice.
We'll do it ourselves.
An apartment
for the gold, right?
If you go to the military,
what about your girlfriend?
Let's get our gear
and hit the ramp.
We can go to the Olympics
and win medals.
Stop it, moron.
Stop what?
Stop what, huh?
Stop what?!
Stop what?!
No!
It's mine.
Dad...
Let's go home.
Now!
Look at her tummy!
You don't deserve
to be a father!
Didn't you hear me?
Let's go home!
Today is an anniversary
of your mom's death.
And it's my birthday too.
I'll marry her.
A Chinese girl?
That's taboo.
Sir!
The baby is coming!
Hurry, or she might die!
If you leave now,
I'll turn her in.
She's an illegal alien.
I've already reported...
...our marriage.
I have a bad cold.
A bottle of Luminal, please.
I can't sell it
by the bottle.
How about 10 pills?
Muju's Dream Gone
I'm only 20!
Look what you did!
Keep up, will you?
Our products are a moneymaker.
You can make...
10 pills of Luminal, please.
No individual pills.
What about a bottle?
It's raining in winter.
You speak English well?
SURE!
It says
'No Throwing' here.
Wait.
'Fragile.'
'Easy to break.'
'Warning.'
It might break
when thrown away.
The company isn't responsible.
So don't throw it.
Got it?
Hello?
Study English
all over again.
Bob!
Come on!
I know you're still upset
over this Olympic thing.
This should help you, sir.
Why do you think
I hired you?
Cause I wouldn't be a headache
if anything went wrong.
I know that.
Then why are you and
your boys still here?
Come back in 4 years.
PyeongChang is bidding
for the next one.
Sir, I was nothing
teaching little kids.
And you picked me as a coach
for the national team.
I'll never forget that.
But those boys...
One joined,
hoping to find
his birth mother.
And one joined to look after
a retarded brother and a grandma.
I tricked them
into joining the team.
If they can't make it
to the Olympics...
...they will hate me
until I die.
And I will hate you
until I die.
No matter what it takes...
...I'll curse you for life.
Sir...
Please, don't break the team.
Send us to the Olympics.
Go to the Olympics.
I'll see what I can do.
But...
At your own expense.
We're out of budget.
We're broke.
What?
You don't want to?
No, no. Thank you, sir.
Sir...
I'll just...
How short are we?
Including food and lodging,
about 5 grand.
You don't have that?
I don't, jackass.
I haven't sold any.
I can't do this alone.
You crazy bitch!
Don't get mad.
I took a bus here.
This is all because...
Not me.
Crazy bitch...
Who changed the PIN?
I couldn't
take out a penny.
Jae-bok!
Show them what you got.
Do your best.
We're not going to war.
No drama, please.
I don't wanna date a soldier.
So win a medal.
Okay!
What are you doing?
Bye.
Who put them in the front?
1998 Winter Olympics
Nagano, Japan
Hello, everyone.
We're coming to you live
from Hakuba Stadium.
Hello, everyone
This is Joe...
50 thousand people
are cheering...
What can we expect?
Chances are very high
for Japan to win.
Though unofficially...
...our guys have fairly
good records.
I hope they do
well tonight.
Don't get your hopes up.
They should think of this
as a good experience...
...and do their
best out there.
I see.
Guys, I've been thinking...
Don't call me
Bob anymore.
Okay, Heon-tae.
I like your name.
And show me respect.
I was a boxer.
You didn't tell them?
You show ME some respect.
I'm your coach.
Gather up, guys.
One, two, three...
Let's go!
Once done with a safety check
on your gear...
...please proceed to the
jump tower.
CHA Heon-tae!
Crush them.
Sure, Coach.
He lands!
He jumps!
He's down!
It's amazing!
He jumps!
He's like a missile!
He lands!
Now the last team
for the first round run
team Korea.
The last team is Korea.
He's ready to go.
Wow he was under the shadow
of Bruce McQuay
all along while
in junior national team.
This will show
our guys have potential.
What do you think?
They have a shot
at medals, don't they?
We'll win some gold tomorrow
in short track skating.
Have you seen
a Korean ski jumper?
Never.
CHA Heon-tae is
ready to go.
This is a historical moment
for Korea...
...competing for the first time
ever in ski jumping.
It'll be a challenge
for him.
A challenge it is.
He lands!
It was beautiful.
His flying distance is...
135 meters!
It's unbelievable.
He is second place after the first
round out of 49 athletes.
That will put some pressure
on other players.
CHA Heon-tae was
on the US national team.
That must've helped.
He was an alpine skier.
He's great!
Korea!
Hye-ra?
What's that sport?
It must be new.
Tell us about him.
He was a junkie
back in high school.
In other words,
he had a free spirit.
He almost lost balance.
He shouldn't
mess around like that.
This is no joke.
He needs to be serious.
CHOI Heung-cheol is
on the start bar.
He's getting ready
for the first jump.
Here he goes.
Here he goes.
He lands!
Oh, he's down!
Will he be okay?
According to Coach BANG...
...he has problems
with landing.
You know why?
Because he was being cocky!
I hope he lands better
in the second round.
If so, that will put him
in the mid or top rank.
More power to them.
Now MA Jae-bok...
Now we have third jumper from team Korea
Jae-bok Ma is getting ready to jump.
I can't imagine
how nervous he is now.
But he needs to stay
calm and focused.
I'd like to say
a pose at the jumping moment
is very important.
Then he can get plus points.
He lands beautifully!
128 meters!
59.5 points for MA.
He's third place!
Way to go, Korea!
This is unbelievable.
MA Jae-bok!
Nobody expected this.
I'm shocked.
Now we have
the last jumper...
Meat is burning.
- Are you out of mind?
- Sorry.
I think we have a shot
at medals.
It's possible.
They're doing great.
Now the 4th jumper
for Korea.
KANG Chil-gu!
Now, his turn.
That's right.
I expect that he'll do well.
The 4th jumper for Korea, KANG Chil-gu.
Being the last jumper
how he performs is very important.
That's right.
He needs to relax.
This is their first appearance
at the Olympics.
They have nothing to lose.
He should relax.
Anxiety is never good.
It's getting foggy.
- He should wait.
- That's right.
Wait. Wait.
Wait.
They're stopping
the game.
Well, they are stopping
the game now.
Why is that?
It's due to the fog.
It's okay!
- It's due to the fog.
- Yeah.
Safety should be
a priority.
- Does this happen?
- Sure.
You can't jump
when you can't see.
Good thing
they've stopped the game.
The blue signal
just came on.
Wait.
The blue signal
just came on.
It seems
they are continuing.
It looks that way.
Look at the clock!
You are on!
- Is this ok?
- No, no.
No, something's wrong.
A little bit of
fog is okay.
But it's
too foggy to jump.
- The clock on the board is working.
- It's a different situation.
Go back!
Don't jump!
Go back!
The coaching staff needs to
complain in this case.
Go back!
He's getting ready.
No, he shouldn't!
It's time! Go!
You can't jump now!
Go back!
No! Go!
Chil-gu, go back!
The jumper cannot
identify the situation.
Don't jump! Go back!
He's getting ready to go.
This is crazy.
Go back!
Get out of there!
It's foggier and darker
than what you see on TV.
This is wrong.
They should stop the game.
They're resuming the game.
This is insane.
- They have to stop it!
- Yes, this is crazy thing.
Coach Bang should appeal!
It has to be stopped.
They have to stop it!
All of the jumps are for judges
to decide just everything.
He shouldn't jump now.
He shouldn't be
ready to jump!
Oh no, he's not getting up.
KANG Chil-gu is down.
How could this happen
at the Olympics?
I hope he's okay.
How could this happen?
He jumped
because he got the signal.
They shouldn't have
let him jump.
He seems in
so much pain.
From what I see,
his ankle fractured.
It's completely fractured.
I can tell.
Now the fog is clearing.
They should've waited.
This can't be happening
at an international event.
This is an indelible stain
on Nagano Olympics.
He'll be out of the game
due to injury.
This is heart-breaking.
How could Japan do this?
Way to go,
damn Japan!
Welcome everyone.
Now, we're back here at Nagano
for the second round jump
is about to begin!
He jumps!
Balance is good.
He's flying far!
He lands!
Amazing.
What a jump.
Absolutely amazing!
Chil-gu, it's okay.
In high school,
we won a medal...
...but got them
taken away.
Look, asshole.
Why bring that up?
It was your fault.
You were high!
What are you doing?
Knock it off!
Heung-cheol
I can do it.
I can do it.
See? I can do it.
He jumps!
Team Japan is taking
first place again!
Come on!
More!
It's okay.
Calm down.
Korea has changed the entry
for the second round.
Korea has changed the entry
for the second round.
Do they have a replacement?
The entry has changed.
On the new entry...
Excuse me.
Excuse me.
We have KANG Bong-gu.
Tell us about him.
The long one.
See? He's not short.
He's tall enough.
He has no records.
He's on the reserve list.
He has no
previous records.
We trained hard,
didn't we?
Remember your training?
Bong-gu, what did I say?
When I jump,
don't look down.
I will die
if I lose balance.
That's right.
Clean somewhere else.
It's too noisy.
The second round is about
to begin.
The captain of team Korea,
Heon-tae Cha
is about to take his
second round.
He needs this one badly.
CHA Heon-tae is going first.
He was adopted to America
when he was little.
Now he's a key player
in our team.
He came back to Korea
to find his birth mother.
He was adopted with his sister
when he was 7.
I'm sure
he'll find her.
I believe him.
Here he goes.
His record is...
138 meters!
What's the total score
of second period?
A total score is 661.4.
661.4!
This is amazing!
Good thing
he came back to Korea!
He came back to find
his birth mother.
Let's watch
something else.
Hold on!
Wait...
Wait, please...
She must see this!
Incredible!
The second jumper is on.
He shouldn't get greedy.
And no messing around.
If he does well,
we can take fifth place.
Team Korea's second jumper
is getting ready.
He's the one who had
problem with his landing.
Who knows?
They might win a medal.
They've been doing great.
CHOI Heung-cheol is on.
Calm and careful,
and he can pull it off.
He seemed a bit tense
at the first round.
Everybody both home and here
is waiting for his jump.
Here he goes.
He starts!
Steady!
No messing around!
We're fifth place!
We're moving up from ninth
to fifth place! Amazing!
We should go for the gold.
He's great.
Now he can be cocky.
He deserves it.
Winning a medal is not
a dream anymore.
Chances are good.
He was great!
It's their first appearance!
Everything is up to the third
and fourth jumpers.
People are whooping here
at the stadium in Nagano.
MA Jae-bok is up next.
Right.
It's an important moment.
MA Jae-bok,
the third jumper for Korea.
This is good chance!
He can bring the team
closer to a medal.
Everybody here is cheering
for Korea now.
That's sportsmanship.
You cheer for
the underdog.
Earlier tonight I asked MA
who his role model was.
One that he respects
the most.
And he said
it was his father.
You must be proud of him.
He's not like other kids.
Kids these days do nothing
but drink and dance.
He sure deserves the gold.
He's a good son
and a great ski jumper.
His father must've
influenced him a lot.
The talent must run
in the family.
MA is ready to go.
Here he goes.
He lands.
He receives 59.5!
59.5!
I can't even grasp what is
happening here at Nagano.
We're third place.
His father must be
very proud of him.
I don't wanna jinx it.
But we're very close
to winning a medal.
If the fourth jumper flies
over 100 meters...
...a bronze is
a sure thing.
Can you see that, guys?
You can see
that blue line.
That blue line is
at 100 meters.
That's right.
If he lands past the line,
a medal is guaranteed.
Now it's up to
KANG Bong-gu.
All he needs to do is
ski down the ramp and jump.
There's nothing else to it.
Just jump.
- It's that easy, right?
- Right.
It's up to the last jumper,
KANG Bong-gu.
If he does well, a bronze is
theirs for the taking.
Everybody is waiting
and cheering for him.
I've lost my voice.
- I hope he makes it.
- He will.
It's up to him.
I'm so proud of them
for what they've achieved.
Nobody expected this.
Now 50 thousand people here
are cheering for Korea.
Hold on.
KANG Bong-gu isn't seen.
He should be on the
start bar by now.
There seems
to be a problem.
Look at me.
Look at me!
Focus.
I'm scared.
Focus and go jump!
I'm scared.
Jump!
What are you scared of?
Don't you know
why you have to do this?
You have to jump so I won't
have to go to the military!
If I do...
You won't be drafted?
What are you?
A national player.
Say it louder.
A national player
for Korea.
Yes, you represent Korea.
Go jump now.
KANG Bong-gu is
on the start bar.
100 meters!
That's all he needs.
He can't afford
any mistakes.
It's time for him to show
that he has balls!
He can do this.
He has to do it.
I have no doubt
that he will.
History is in the making
for Korea!
Everybody back home
and people here in Nagano...
...are waiting for his jump.
A medal...
I can't believe this.
KANG Bong-gu is down.
Everybody here
is worried.
It was so close.
I saw it exactly.
He was good,
and everybody is worried.
He's not getting up.
This is really sad.
I have a lump
in my throat.
It was a last run
for the team.
He's still down,
unconscious.
I hope he's okay.
Yes, we hope
he's okay.
Bong-gu?
Hey! Hey!
Everybody is quiet,
waiting for him to come to.
Bong-gu!
People are
suddenly cheering...
What sportsmanship.
Everybody is hoping for him
to regain consciousness.
Team Korea did
a terrific job.
This is so heartwarming.
Everybody is hoping for him...
He's up!
He sprang back up!
He sprang back up!
They've done their best,
and that's what counts.
They've shown the world
what a strong team they are.
Bong-gu!
I did well!
You're crying?
Korea, 13th Place
Good job, guys.
Short track skating rules.
Good job.
Really good job.
Let's give it another shot
in 4 years.
PyeongChang is bidding
for the next Olympics?
- Fine.
- You did well.
Chil-gu!
Grandma?
What are you
doing here?
Don't!
My leg! It's broken!
I'm happy!
Grandma!
Hi.
Don't you remember me?
Oh, Flea Market.
You did well.
Thanks.
Have you found your
birth mother?
No, not yet.
I see. If she's alive,
she'll be watching you.
Got anything to say?
Anything to say
to your birth mother?
I'm sorry...
Anything to say?
CHA Heon-tae?
Okay.
I turned out fine.
I want to tell her that...
...she shouldn't feel guilty
about having deserted us.
And that I'm happy.
CHA Heon-tae?
Not me.
If I met her...
...I wanted to tell her
she was bad to dump us.
I was looking for her
to tell her that.
But I haven't gotten
an apartment.
I have to buy an apartment
before I meet her.
You heard me, Mom?
Wait a little longer.
I'll win at the next Olympics
and buy an apartment.
Just wait for me.
You just wait for me!
Stop it.
Everybody's watching.
Call me
when you get to the hotel.
We'll have dinner.
Call me, okay?
Heon-tae?
Some lady asked me
to give you this.
4 years later
2002 Winter Olympics
Salt Lake City, USA
They've won medals at various
international events.
There are only 5 ski jumpers
on the Korean national team.
Directed by Kim Yong-wha, 2009