LOTTE ENTERTAINMENT Presents
a BOMBARAM FILM Production
Rain clouds from the west brought rain or snow overnight.
Shouldn't we solve the problem?
Watch the traffic and drive safely.
Here's a story we've received. "I dream of flying in space..."
Mommy!
KIM JI-YOUNG, BORN 1982
Hello.
How may I help you?
Well, it's not me but my wife...
Then she has to come herself.
I'd like more information first.
Ah-young.
What are you doing, babe?
He's stressing me out.
- Maybe he likes you. - Isn't he divorced?
- He has a kid. - What a nightmare.
What a comfortable life.
She'll hear you.
I'm just jealous.
I wish I could drink coffee and rest on my husband's paycheck.
Then find a husband.
That's insane.
I hate work. Should I get married?
How about Mr. KIM?
Mommy!
Ah-young, Mommy's coming.
Mommy!
Ah-young!
- Mommy! - Say 'ah'!
Swallow. That's it. Good girl!
Daddy's here!
- Daddy? - Yes!
- Let's wash up quickly. - Okay.
I came home early to do it.
Thanks. You must be hungry.
- I'll do it. - Thanks.
Daddy's here!
- Want me to bathe you? - Okay.
- I forgot your soup. - It's okay. Just eat.
Hands together.
There.
Your wrist isn't feeling any better?
It's because I use it a lot.
Know what's upsetting?
The doctor asked
why it hurts when machines make rice and do the laundry.
What?
Work didn't get easier with electronic approvals.
Exactly.
I get upset about everything these days.
It's weird.
That's not weird.
How can you ask a sick person why she's sick?
At New Year's...
How about traveling?
Let's not go to our families.
Or just rest at home?
I'm really tired these days.
Your mother will be furious.
And I do all the work, not you.
We can go next time.
I'm too tired to drive all the way to Busan.
The traffic will be nuts.
You're too late.
What?
When we first got married,
I said going down for your parents' birthdays
and major holidays was tough.
But you said it's a few times a year and we should go.
Why change now?
I went down even at full-term.
If we don't go,
who'll be blamed?
Not their precious son, but me.
Good girl!
It's the first day of the New Year holiday.
There are less gridlocks compared to other years.
As the holiday is five days long, traffic appears to be dispersed.
Highway tolls are waived this year as well.
Finish up and let's start making dumplings.
Yes, Mother.
Why so much? Are we selling dumplings?
Who'll eat all that?
What's wrong with you?
They have great take-out food these days.
I heard it's delicious.
Why order food for family to eat together like this once a year?
Well, it's a lot of work.
Be honest.
Are you worrying about me?
Look at all the dishes!
- It's okay, I'll do it. - Just go.
My son is a modern husband.
I do it all at home, Mother.
I didn't say anything.
Why question me complimenting my son?
That's not what I meant.
If you had another son, you could've worked less.
Why didn't you try harder with Dad?
Go at it day and night, you know?
Are you crazy?
Ah-young.
Want an uncle?
Cut it out!
What's with you two?
Mother?
Why not sleep more?
I'm wide awake.
- Should I boil the spinach? - Yes.
Wait! I have something for you.
I hope you like it.
What's this, Mother?
BUSAN BANK
Mother, it's so pretty!
- Isn't it? - Yes.
You like flowers, right?
Yes.
I stood in line for hours to get it for you.
Thank you.
It's your friend, Pororo!
Don't like it?
See this, Grandpa?
I packed everything. Let's go once you're done.
Okay. I'll hurry.
Mother! We're here!
Let's go in.
- My son-in-law! - Grandma!
Don't run.
We bought this on the way. It's yummy!
Still here, Ji-young? I was worried you'd be gone.
Of course, they're still here!
What's New Year's without seeing family?
Ah-young! My niece!
Tada! Isn't it pretty? Look!
When did you buy that?
Anything for my little niece. I bought this, too!
- Isn't it cute? - So pretty!
- Daughters are the best! - Right.
She's so pretty!
Lucky you, Ah-young. Auntie bought you pretty dresses!
Right!
Yes, Mother!
My granddaughter is the best!
- So pretty. - She's so cute.
- That's great. - It's good to be home.
It has hard at my in-laws'.
Right. Poor thing.
Bring some food and dessert over?
I can get it myself, Mom.
Don't bother. You worked at your in-laws'.
Ji-young! Go rest if you're tired, too!
- Isn't it cute? - It's perfect!
She's a princess!
The pin is pretty, too.
- So pretty. - Of course!
Mom, be honest. Is it me or Dae-hyeon?
Don't ask that.
- Buy me some clothes, too. - Really?
Mrs. JEONG.
If you want Ji-young to rest, send her home.
Think about it.
You're happy to see your daughter.
I miss my daughter, too.
What's she saying?
My daughter should've left before yours came.
Why make Ji-young serve your daughter, too?
Ji-young? What's wrong with you?
Mr. JEONG.
My daughter means the world to me.
She's not feeling well. I'll explain later.
I need to use the bathroom.
Is the rest stop far away?
I'll stop at the next one.
Sis, Ji-young is a bit...
No, she's not well at all.
Make sure Mom doesn't call Ji-young.
Okay.
How can this happen?
Anything I can do to help?
No.
Just don't let Mom call her.
Okay, I'll make sure.
We should've paid more attention to Ji-young.
It's okay. I gotta go.
Okay, bye.
How much longer?
Mom must be waiting.
You must be tired. Should we go next time?
No. I want to see Mom.
Good girl, Ah-young.
Did you miss, Granny?
Eun-young? Bring Dae-hyeon a drink.
Ji-seok.
What? Mom told you to do it.
I'll get it myself.
It's okay. I'll get it.
Ji-seok!
KIM Eun-young!
Dae-hyeon?
Know how hard it is to live as a man in this house?
Hey!
Think of all the benefits you got since the 80s.
Right. I raised my precious son well.
Please stay out, Dad.
By the way,
why isn't Ji-young waking up?
- She must be tired. - Really?
Again, Ah-young.
Sis? Our country is so small!
The world is really big, huh?
Wanna mark off where we want to visit?
Sure.
- Get the stickers. - Okay!
What color do you want?
- I'll take green. - Then I'll take purple.
I choose America!
- And you? - Me?
Sweden.
Denmark.
Finland.
Why go to such unfamiliar countries?
Because not many Koreans are there.
What do you mean?
Forget it!
Stop it!
- Stop it! - Hey!
Cut the racket!
Why are you girls acting up as soon as we moved here?
Girls must always be
quiet and calm, you know?
Come out and help your mom set the table.
Grandma!
She ate my candy and put germs on it!
So?
How was the wedding?
The usual, I guess.
He's sad you couldn't come.
You'll see your brother, right?
If everyone's living well, it's all good.
Mi-sook.
When you worked hard to support your brothers to study...
Stop!
That's enough, Mom.
Have lunch and go back.
Ji-young! Eun-young!
- Set the table! - Yes!
Mrs. KIM.
Congratulations on the new house. I enjoyed my stay for a few days.
I'm living well thanks to my second son.
I'm proud of my son-in-law, too.
Please have some. Let's eat!
There should be at least 4 sons in a family.
I wish Mi-sook can have another son.
I'm saying it for your own good.
Just having Ji-seok...
It's not enough.
Grandma?
Your other sons won't see you. Why insist on sons?
Watch what you say.
Who does she take after to be so feisty?
I'm going to treat Mom well.
Listen to the girls speak their minds.
When you grow up and get married,
you'll forget about us.
No, I won't.
Ji-young. Eat lots.
Are you ready to go to Germany as an exchange teacher?
Worrying about KIM Eun-young is a waste of time.
Everyone's here?
Is today a special day?
Ji-young must still be sleepy.
She must've been tired.
Ji-seok? This pen...
Where'd you find that?
Under your desk.
Isn't that the pen Dad only bought for Ji-seok from his trip to London?
You just gave us sketchbooks. Remember, Dad?
Not that again.
- Dae-hyeon. - Hmm?
Watch out for KIM Ji-young.
She's persistent.
She begged me for over 10 years for that pen.
You're even worse for not giving it to her.
- Honey, isn't it weird? - What?
Why didn't your mother pack us any food this time?
I said I wouldn't take any. I had enough.
Really?
I don't remember.
I'm so forgetful these days.
You can become forgetful after giving birth.
Someone in our team had a baby recently.
His wife has postpartum depression.
Really?
I heard it's serious.
It shouldn't be overlooked.
It sounds scary. I saw it on the news.
Are you all right?
Me? Well...
I'm fine.
Sometimes, I think about the past
and get a sinking feeling at sundown.
But it's not often.
Do you want to see a psychiatrist, too?
Why? You think I'm crazy?
Who says that these days?
Many of my co-workers seek psychological care.
Maybe talking to a psychiatrist can stop potential depression.
Should I try going?
Ask why I get sinking feelings?
Right.
I heard of a good psychiatrist. Try seeing her.
I'll give you her number. Okay?
I can't breathe. What's with you these days?
Good morning!
I'm not the first customer, am I?
Who cares about that these days?
Women are always the first customers here.
Right.
- Dad? I'll take this. - Okay.
- Take care. - Bye!
- I heard she got a job. - Yes. I'm so proud.
DAEHAN PLANNING TEAM SELECTION
The planning team has been selected.
- Saw it? - Yes.
Good morning.
- Congratulations. - Pardon?
- You made the planning team. - Congratulations.
I don't want to go there.
You should be thankful Chief KIM chose you.
She only picked guys.
But Chief KIM is tough.
She's tough as nails.
She returned to work a month after giving birth.
Who watches her kid?
Her mother lives with her.
Isn't her husband amazing?
Hold on.
Her mother raises her kid, what's amazing about her husband?
Living with wife's parents is worse than husband's parents.
What?
Get ready for the meeting.
Yes, ma'am.
All done?
Director YANG is here.
Already?
He's talking with Chief KIM.
Take this.
Why not play off the Beijing Olympics?
How about a sports star like PARK Tae-hwan?
Too expensive, right?
Chief KIM? Isn't your son his age?
No, he's in middle school.
Middle school?
What a headache!
It'll hit you soon.
Kids not raised by moms tend to be more rebellious.
My mom takes good care of him.
Grandmothers are not the same.
Kids need their moms at home.
Or something is bound to go wrong later on.
Who cares about success if you fail at raising your kid?
I'm so worried.
Why not use that in the advertisement?
Vitamins for children not raised by their mothers.
Prepared with a motherly heart.
Then we'll get hit by working mothers.
Then you should be hit by me, too.
Chief? Isn't that a bit much?
What did I say, Chief KIM?
You scared me.
This is how Chief KIM survived this far.
It's too bad.
You should've been born a man, right?
Director...
- Shall we start the meeting? - Sure!
Our campaign strategy is to heighten exposure in digital media.
Currently, digital media advertising is around 10%.
We plan to increase it to 30% and promote more participation.
- Saw Chief KIM against Director YANG? - So tough.
She's too strong. You're so dead.
I was worried Director YANG would flip.
Then you should be hit by me, too.
Shall we start the meeting?
Sure!
Ms. KIM Ji-young?
Come to my room?
Yes.
Here.
Great selection of articles and appropriate comments.
I sent it to reporters without making any changes.
Keep up the good work.
- Thank you. - You may go.
Anything I can improve upon?
No. I called to compliment you.
What?
I thought you didn't like me.
Because of the planning team?
Yes.
Why didn't you take me on your team?
It's not because you're lacking.
The company wants a long-term team of over 5 years.
It's hard for female workers with marriage and parenting.
Even if I took you on, it would've been hard on you.
I know I can do the job well.
Ji-young? Do I look happy?
Yes.
You think so?
I fall short on being a good mom.
And I gave up on being a good wife or daughter long ago.
Still, you look amazing.
I can work well even after marriage and having a kid like you.
There you go.
Bye-bye!
Bye!
- Wanna come over? - Really?
Then let's invite Eun-soo's and Su-bin's moms, too.
Ah-young's mom?
We're having tea at our house. Come with us?
But I have something to do.
Are you working?
- Young-ho is so good! - Oh, please.
- Make him a teen idol. - No way!
What are you doing?
Come and have a seat.
You have an older child?
Pardon?
That book is mine.
I see.
- Come and sit here. - Join us.
You solve them for hours?
It's strange, but I feel at ease when I solve math problems.
Oh my.
She majored in engineering at Seoul University.
Wow!
I don't know why I studied so hard.
To teach multiplication to Young-ho?
- That's why! - Yes!
- Now, I get it. - Good!
What did you major in?
- Korean literature. - Wow.
Are you an author?
No.
I dreamed of it once, but I worked at a marketing company.
I see.
What did you major in again?
I majored in acting to read books to Bo-ram.
Right.
Mirror, Mirror on the wall, who's the fairest of them all?
Snow White?
I'll kill her!
How does Bo-ram respond to that?
She cries.
But that actually feels good.
PART-TIME CASHIER WANTED
It's good to work in the mornings while kids are at school.
I'd keep working here if I didn't have to move.
It's easy to watch the counter.
I see.
Hi, Hae-soo.
Sure! Come over.
Ah-young is so cute!
She speaks well now.
Already? Is she gifted?
No, she's not.
I think she takes after Dae-hyeon's good language skills.
Right. He talks a lot.
She's so cute.
When you're withering, why does Dae-hyeon look so good?
It's hard on him, too. He helps out a lot.
Of course he should help!
Right.
Wait!
Big news.
Chief KIM is quitting.
- Why? - She's done with the company.
Who cares if she's good? She can't go any higher.
She's setting up her own company.
She rounded up the marketing team. Mi-jung is joining her.
What about you?
I got promoted recently.
So I'll stay for a bit.
Congratulations!
No need.
Men who started out with me were all promoted last year.
Thinking about it makes me so mad!
Still, I'm jealous.
Give Chief KIM a call.
- Me? - Yes!
Go back to work.
I can't.
I can do part-time jobs, but not a full-time career.
Fine. Don't. Raise Ah-young well.
That's an amazing job, too.
You're like a queen and I'm a maid.
I'll work all my life then die.
Not funny? I said I'm a maid.
It's funny.
Then laugh, will you?
You're funny!
JOB SEARCH KOREA
NO JOB MATCH
Bye!
Mrs. JEONG...
Are you all right?
- I thought I was late and ran. - I see.
Ah-young!
POSSESSED
POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION
I SOMETIMES GET CONFUSED AND LOST FROM POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION
I GOT OVER IT WITH EXERCISE
POSSESSED
MY WIFE SEEMS TO BE POSSESSED
HUSBANDS MUST PRAY MORE
Everything tastes bad.
Isn't it hot?
- What? - Look.
What are you watching?
It's nothing.
Bye.
What was it?
It's obvious.
They make chatrooms and share dirty pictures.
They're animals.
- So pathetic. - I'm jealous.
What?
I mean I'm jealous they have time to do pathetic things.
When I go home my kids want to play, my wife is stressed out.
I'm losing my mind.
I'm so depressed.
I think I should see a shrink.
Seeing a psychiatrist will help with depression, right?
Life's hard for you, too? Let's go together.
You should try it. You don't look good these days.
No, it's not me.
My friend's wife sometimes talks as if she's someone else.
What? Is she possessed?
I don't think so.
Then she's crazy.
Does she know she's like that?
- I don't think he told her. - Why not?
He's scared.
Of course.
- She could get worse if she knows. - Right.
Living with her must be a horror.
What if she turns into a shaman and runs around with a knife.
- He's bound to get stabbed. - That's freaky.
Crazy women like her should be isolated.
Sorry. I thought I finished it.
What's with him?
What?
Wanna work out at a gym?
I don't have time for that.
Exercise makes you feel healthier and better.
Honey.
Should I work at a bakery? The one down the street?
Is it what you want?
- Huh? - Ji-young.
Not when you're...
It's hard enough raising Ah-young.
It's just mornings.
Don't do it.
It doesn't sound hard.
Who said to work part-time?
Ji-young.
Please...
I hate that you can't do what you want.
I can't watch you work where you don't want to.
I know things are hard for you.
I just...
Thanks a lot for knowing things are hard.
You're drinking?
Are you mad?
You hate drinking.
Are you that angry?
I'm sorry.
JEONG Dae-hyeon.
It must be hard for Ji-young these days.
She may be comfortable, but is worried and impatient.
Please say 'You're doing great', 'You're working hard',
and 'Thank you' to her often.
Ji-young...
I know you love your wife. Stop saying her name.
Don't do this.
Still think I'm the 20 year-old CHA Seung-yeon who had a crush on you?
Stupid.
Seung-yeon was my college classmate.
She was in Ji-young's climbing club.
Ji-young was really close with her.
She died while giving birth.
Ji-young took it hard.
She was devastated... Could that be the reason?
I need to meet her directly.
Really, honey?
You sure I didn't drink?
Yes.
Really?
There was a beer can by my head.
I tasted it in my mouth.
Why can't I remember?
So go see the psychiatrist today. Okay?
Fine. I will.
Promise?
Yes. You'll be late.
Promise!
Okay!
PSYCHIATRIST
Hi, Ji-young.
- Are you at the shop? - Of course.
Is Ah-young at daycare?
Yes.
- But... - $25 please.
Hold on a second.
Thank you.
I'm busy right now. Let's talk later, okay?
Wait.
Are you coming this weekend?
Of course I am, but Dae-hyeon has a workshop.
I heard.
Welcome.
I'd better go.
- Fill out all this? - Yes.
I see.
How much does the examination cost?
We'll run three tests.
They'll cost $350 in total.
So I just left.
What?
Why? You registered to see her.
The examinations cost way too much. I'm not that bad.
Ji-young, you're...
Honey.
Do I talk in my sleep?
Why do you insist that I see a psychiatrist?
Well, you say you forget things
and have a sinking feeling.
Women become forgetful after giving birth.
And the sinking feeling is nothing. I shouldn't have mentioned it.
Don't worry. I'm fine.
CHIEF KIM
Hi, Ji-young.
Can I ask you something?
What is it?
Is Chief KIM's number the same?
Yes.
- She's here. Wanna talk to her? - I can't.
No, it's okay. Talk to you later.
Okay, bye.
Fine. I'm coming.
Don't use the 3rd floor bathroom.
For what? Tell me.
Just listen and don't go!
You have to tell me why. If not, I'm going.
Damn it...
Excuse me.
- What? - Got any pads?
Yes.
3rd floor is out of order. Go somewhere else.
What? I was just there.
- Wait. - What's wrong? Are you sick?
Girls!
A security guard set a hidden camera?
Yes.
What happened to him?
He'll be indicted no matter what.
But Manager OH makes me so mad.
If he saw the pictures on the web and knew it was our company...
How can he share it with other male co-workers?
That's crazy.
I only used the 3rd floor bathroom.
I dread going to the police tomorrow to verify the pictures.
They try to console us,
but I wonder if they saw my butt, too, and get so mad.
I don't believe this.
Make sure you check the bathrooms from now on.
Look for any holes.
What if I'm in a rush?
A bedpan?
We can't carry that around!
Got any of Ah-young's diapers on you?
Are you all right?
Would you like to sit?
No thank you.
DAD, IT'S JI-YOUNG. COME TO THE BUS STOP. HURRY!
Hey!
Didn't you hear me?
Excuse me!
Young lady!
- You left this on the bus! - Damn it.
Oh dear.
You must've been scared.
It's okay now.
- Ji-young! - Dad!
- What's wrong? - It's okay now.
Why go to a tutoring school so far away?
Stop going.
Dress properly. Your skirt is too short.
And don't smile at anyone.
I didn't! I don't even remember.
Why don't you remember? You should be careful.
Stay alert and avoid problems.
If a rock rolls at you, will you stand still?
If you don't avoid it, it's your fault.
Understood?
Are you all right?
Yes.
Ji-young?
It's you, isn't it?
What do you mean?
What's with you?
Are you okay?
Mom!
I don't get it. How can you just leave like that?
What in the world?
She has what?
I'm sorry.
Why in the world would you be sorry?
I gotta go back to work.
I'm going back home, too.
Stop by my house. Just don't say anything to Ji-young.
How can I pretend I don't know?
I can't lie like that.
Are you all right?
I'm okay.
So peculiar. Why can't she...
Oh my...
Hello, Mother.
I'm in Seoul right now.
You are?
I came to see someone, and have to go back now.
Why didn't you stop by here?
I have an appointment back home.
Anyway, I know a great oriental clinic.
I'll send some herbal tonic. Make sure you drink it.
I should get it for you.
Eat well.
If you don't, your body will grow weak.
- I will. - I'd better go. Bye.
Bye.
Where's the blue t-shirt?
It's hanging in the closet.
To the left.
Too bad your workshop is today.
Should I skip it?
No.
Take a cab there. Promise.
If you get tired, call me.
Then will you come to help?
Just go. You'll be late.
Bye.
Ah-young? Daddy has to go. Bye! Kiss-kiss!
Looks like she pooed.
I'm sorry.
Ah-young!
I'm almost done. Hold on.
There! Let's go to Granny's.
Wait. Mommy has to pee.
Mommy peed, too.
Close the lid.
EXCELLENT!
Your teacher writes neatly.
I wanted to be a teacher, too.
It's true.
I studied the best out of all my siblings.
Even better than your first uncle.
Then why didn't you become a teacher?
Because I had to earn money for my brothers to go to school.
How did you earn money?
I made clothes at a factory.
It's okay. Women lived like that back then.
Then why not become a teacher now?
I'm your mother now. I have to raise you kids.
You can't because of me?
Mom.
Slept well?
Is your birthday soup made?
I can make it.
No, it's okay.
Go to Mommy, Ah-young.
Eun-young insisted that I don't do anything.
As if she can cook...
She'll probably buy all the food.
She called Ji-seok out to help.
Where's Dad?
Went to pick up his sisters.
It must've been hard coming here by yourself.
She pooed on the way.
You did, Ah-young?
"You're like my daughter, so I just tapped your butt."
Or
"You're like my brother, so I touched your six-pack."
"What's the big deal?"
They're not your daughter or brother. It's sexual harassment.
You could end up in handcuffs.
Why do they give lectures like that?
What's the use?
It's for you to listen.
Watch how you treat female workers. Times have changed.
Why you!
I should've been born in the Joseon dynasty.
Come at once!
Leave at once!
There's so much to worry about.
Let's go with the flow.
I thought of my wife and got sad.
Should I just take a paternity leave like she wants?
Paternity leave?
My wife asked me to look into it.
Or she'll go and work even if all her salary goes to a babysitter.
Try it if you want.
But you could end up like PARK in marketing.
When you return, your desk will be gone.
He got fired?
They won't say that.
But those who go on paternity leave are promoted later
and struggle to settle back in the company.
What the hell am I supposed to do?
Wow!
It's beautiful!
Thank you.
- How is it? - It's pretty.
We should wear elegant things like this.
- You're right. - Yes!
It should be more colorful.
- I love it. - Whatever.
Ji-young?
Though it's hard raising a kid, dress up and stuff.
Beauty is key to women.
- I'm pretty as is. - Whatever.
You look washed out.
Isn't Ji-seok home?
Right. Where did he go?
There he comes.
Here.
Hello.
- What's all this? - Hi.
You made all that food, Eun-young?
I can't cook. I ordered it from a good restaurant.
For what?
Your mom could've cooked for one meal together.
Mom cooks a feast for Dad's birthdays.
Wouldn't it suck for Mom to cook for her own birthday party?
Right! You're the best.
Ji-seok! Come here.
Your daughters are particular.
Why make your young brother carry all the food?
He's not young! He's over 30.
He'll always be your younger brother. Treat him well.
- But Aunt... - I wish I had a daughter, too!
They care more for family.
Good girl!
Thanks.
Aren't you getting married?
Aunt! Stop it.
Must seem nice now, but what about later?
If she's able to, why not?
Able or not, I'll be fine on my own.
You are so different!
That's true.
Mom!
I mean you're extra special.
- Take out the tables. - Okay.
- Ji-seok! - What?
- Use your head.
I am!
- Why you! - Silly kids.
It's always exhilarating to see our eldest aunt, huh?
Why did Dad invite them?
You didn't lose once to her. Aren't you tired?
Is that coffee?
I'm exhausted. Still, I have to fight.
Is there a game character that gains more energy as it's hit?
I'll tell them to make a character like you.
It'd be cool to have people hit you like this.
- Ouch! - Why you!
Look at Ji-seok's face.
He looks so funny.
What? I look cute.
I miss Grandma.
Grandma spoiled you big time.
She favored Ji-seok.
Still, he grew up to be a decent guy.
You're popular, right?
Not bad.
- Bow. - What?
I practically raised you, so bow.
Bow!
Why you!
It hurts, KIM Eun-young!
Kids! Your aunts are leaving!
- Coming! - Okay!
- Hey! - Oh no!
I kicked him hard and he dropped to his knees.
- Sis... - Please KIM Eun-young.
Watch it. You could get hurt.
I don't want to see you on the news.
Are you worried about me?
No need to worry.
I'm strong against jerks like that.
Right.
Back in high school, you caught a flasher.
Right!
I caught him and turned him over to the police.
But teachers yelled at me, saying girls should be ashamed.
I cursed the teachers back then, but I became one.
You didn't want to be a teacher?
What?
Mom said you chose teacher's college because of us and cried.
Really?
Dad lost his job in the recession, and you guys were young.
It was the right choice.
Sorry, because of Ji-seok and I...
What's with you?
You wanted to be an author, but got a marketing job instead.
We can make little concessions.
You have matured.
Nope. I have cake.
How childish!
Your students hate you, right?
No! I'm totally popular.
Who is it?
What's that look?
Got a boyfriend?
Sis! Stop it!
Have you been well?
Yes. How about you?
- Fine. - How's everything?
Is your baby past two now?
She's 26 months old.
Though it's hard to raise kids, they're cute, huh?
Yes.
Chief.
Hmm?
Were you surprised when I texted you?
Join us.
- Me? - Yes.
It's the same as working at Daehan Planning.
But I can only pay you 80%.
Still, I'll make sure you get incentives.
Do you think I can do a good job?
I didn't work for a few years.
Since when did you become a worry-bug?
Don't like our company because it's small?
No way! I'm just thankful you still want me.
Let's work together.
Great. Thank you.
I'll do my best.
For Ji-young's graduation,
should I close the shop or just open at night?
Whatever.
I'm not going. I didn't even get a job.
You'll regret not having a graduation picture later.
Forget it. I won't regret it!
Ji-young!
Enough!
Then stop everything!
Just stay home till you get married. That suits you!
What in the world do you mean?
How can you say something so archaic!
Don't stay still, Ji-young!
Act up! Do what you want!
Okay?
Got that?
Jeez.
- Why you! - Water!
That's gross!
Oh dear!
I'm not eating.
Just pick it off.
Hello?
Daehan Planning?
Yes.
I see.
Bye.
Mom! I got the job!
- Really? - Yes!
Sis! I got the job!
Way to go!
- Dad. - Well done!
Let's eat.
Keep eating.
Have some meat.
Eat up.
I met Chief KIM and talked about going back to work.
Good! But is it possible for you?
I'll make it possible.
Of course! I'm happy for you.
Thanks.
It's not my birthday today.
What is it?
Honey. I got a job!
So we send Ah-young to daycare all day?
It'll be too hard on her to stay till evening at daycare.
I asked other moms.
It's good to find a babysitter for 5 to 7 p.m. instead.
I see.
I also put her on a waiting list for a babysitting service.
Good.
Honey.
Don't want me to work again?
It's not that.
Just worried it'll be hard on you and Ah-young.
Then don't do it?
No.
I'm happy if you're happy.
Ji-young.
Honey!
Knock-knock.
Are you mad?
Yes, I am.
Don't mind what they said.
I'm hungry. Feed me, baby!
Stop it!
Why must we talk about having kids before your parents like that?
Parents say that as a passing comment.
They tell us to get married, now they tell us to have kids?
If we have a son, they'll say to have a daughter.
If we have a daughter, they'll say to have a son.
I have a great idea.
What?
First, let's eat.
Tell me. What is it?
Instead of being nagged by my parents,
let's have a baby.
What?
Let's just have one. I'll be good.
We're not talking about buying watermelon or oranges here!
We'll have one anyway. Let's just have one soon.
Having a baby won't change things much.
You really think so?
I'll do my best to help!
Jeez.
I'll change the diapers and feed the baby.
Everything will change for me.
But what about you?
Me?
It'll change for me, too.
I have to come home earlier.
I can't drink or meet friends.
A baby resembling you will be so cute!
Stop! I'm depressed.
It's because you're hungry.
Make me food, please?
I'm seriously depressed!
Want me to make you happy?
Cut it out!
Honey! Are you okay?
- How's your back? - Let's test it out!
Have my baby, please!
- Let's do it! - Stop it!
Damn it.
She's still not here?
It appears so, sir.
She used to do everything perfectly.
She's a wreck since she's been back.
There she comes.
I'm sorry. He's too sick for daycare today.
Bring me the industry trend report I asked for yesterday.
Yes, sir.
What's this?
Mommy told you to be quiet.
BABYSITTER NEEDED URGENTLY
You have to learn to pee in the potty, okay?
Watch this.
Bye-bye diapers!
Try it, Ah-young.
Bye-bye diapers!
Bye!
BABYSITTER NEEDED URGENTLY
HOPE YOU FIND ONE
WHAT'S THE PAY RATE FOR BABYSITTERS THESE DAYS?
I didn't get any calls.
Really? Not one?
No. I don't think it'll work.
No replies from job sites, either.
Let's get dressed, Ah-young.
Should I take a paternity leave?
What?
I could watch her for a year, then go back.
Maybe she'll be okay to stay all day at daycare next year.
We'll find a way till she goes to school.
Your company is okay with it?
It's available to request.
Don't worry and do what you want.
I'll read books and study while I'm at it.
Honey!
Baby!
You love me more?
I'm more dashing by the day, huh?
Ah-young! Mommy's going back to work!
- Give me a high-five! - High-five!
Good girl!
WRITING GOOD REPORTS
PACKAGE LEFT AT DOOR
Black goat?
Keep playing. I'm calling Grandma.
Hi.
Thank you for the herbal tonic.
Good.
I'll drink it and work hard at my company.
What company?
You're going back to work?
My former chief called me to work for her.
What do you mean?
A paternity leave?
Yes.
How could you do this to him, too?
I can explain...
Don't hinder his career! Use your head!
Mother...
I don't want to hear it. I'm hanging up!
Hello, Mrs. JEONG.
How much would a child's mother make?
If she wants to work, why not get a part-time job?
Am I wrong?
How can she tell her husband to take a paternity leave?
Mrs. JEONG.
Ji-young studied a lot and had a good career, too.
She's the one who gave birth and is raising Ah-young.
They should take turns helping out.
If she's not well, she shouldn't work!
What do you mean she's not well?
You must not know. Your daughter isn't normal.
Didn't you hear what happened at New Year's?
Why did you tell her, Mom!
It's because I was frustrated and worried about you.
You can't hide it forever.
Would you do that if it was your daughter?
How can you say that?
So you'll make Ji-young work when she's sick?
What if she gets worse while she's at work?
Mom.
Why go see Ji-young, suddenly?
Close up shop for me.
Your phone!
Mother!
Ji-young.
I was just thinking about you.
It's not true, is it?
What?
Mom? Is something wrong?
It's nothing.
I just dropped by to see you.
Ji-young, be sure to eat well.
You have to be strong.
I'll move near you and watch Ah-young for you.
So work.
I'll help you.
Do whatever you want.
I'll see you soon.
Take care.
Mi-sook.
Don't do that.
You worked to support your brothers from a young age.
Whenever you gave me your paychecks looking so tired and weak,
it broke Mom's heart.
My angelic daughter...
When you hurt your hand at work,
I was devastated.
I'm sorry I didn't console you or thank you back then, Mi-sook.
I'm so sorry.
Ji-young will be fine on her own.
You raised her to be strong.
My poor girl.
My precious daughter...
My dear daughter...
Dae-hyeon?
What happened to her?
How did Ji-young get like this?
Ji-young!
No, Ji-young! Please...
No...
Mom?
Is something wrong?
Ji-seok got worried and called to say something's wrong with you.
Did something happen at Ji-young's?
Ji-seok!
- Is it medicine for Mom? - No way!
Take it.
Men should take good stuff like this. It's yours.
What's this!
What the hell is this!
All you care about is your son?
Ji-young is wasting away not being able to do what she wants!
But you buy medicine for your healthy son only?
- You call yourself a father? - What's with you?
JEON's son opened a clinic, so I bought a batch to help.
Exactly!
Why not buy some for your daughters, too!
It's because she grew up like this, she's sick!
My poor baby!
My poor girl!
Ji-young! No!
Hi, JEON.
Order another batch for my daughter.
It's Sunday. Got time to meet me?
Of course. You're the busy one.
Ji-young, are you sick?
Do I look sick?
You look down.
I guess I am.
Hae-soo.
I don't think I can work at Chief KIM's company.
- Why? Because of Ah-young? - Yes.
There's no one to watch her.
What did Dae-hyeon say?
He said he'll take a paternity leave.
Then you're set!
But his mother is totally against it.
Ji-young. Isn't that unfair?
You studied and worked as much as your husband.
You have to give birth, but you can share in raising her.
It's not as easy as it sounds.
His mother is not completely wrong.
I can't earn as much as my husband.
What I make may not be enough to send Ah-young to daycare and stuff.
How frustrating.
Let's go.
She's asleep?
Yes.
She's getting fussier at bedtime.
I'll meet Chief KIM and tell her
that I won't be able to work.
Let's keep looking for a way.
There isn't.
I'm tired even before going back.
Fine. Rest a bit more.
You should rest.
When Ah-young is older, it'll get better.
Is raising kids resting?
I mean...
I know I shouldn't, but I keep doubting.
Maybe you don't want me to work, like your mother.
Maybe you regret saying you'll take a paternity leave.
Ji-young. That's not true.
I don't mind taking a paternity leave.
I said it for your own good.
Stop saying it's for my own good!
Honestly, I don't believe it.
You, Mother, and my family are all the same!
It's just war to me!
Please calm down and listen carefully.
I told you to try going to a psychiatrist.
You are...
somewhat sick now.
What are you talking about?
Does it make you feel better to say that?
Where and how am I sick?
Sometimes,
you become someone else.
Ah-young!
What are you doing, babe?
Dae-hyeon. It's cold today.
The wind will be cold out.
Be sure to dress warmly.
You sound exactly like your mom.
Ah-young! Come to Granny.
Stop joking around.
What can I do?
Can I get treated?
It's good that Ah-young is still young.
Or she'll know that I'm weird.
You don't do it often.
Just once in a while.
It must've been hard for you.
I was so worried...
That I might lose you...
That because you married me, you got sick like this.
Tell her to put it in the fridge right away.
Okay.
Here.
- Make sure it doesn't spill. - Okay.
Hello?
Hi, Ji-seok.
Dad?
I'm going to Ji-young's to deliver some food.
Do you know...
What she likes?
Ji-young? Sweet red-bean bread.
- Really? - Yes.
What's all this?
For you to eat.
It's awkward!
You never brought anything for me before.
Mommy?
Want some bread?
She doesn't like red-bean bread.
She takes after me.
You don't like red-bean bread?
I can eat it with the red-bean out.
What? Dad said you like this.
You like it. I like cream bread.
What's this?
Take it.
Can I really have it?
Buy me a better one next time.
It shows, you know.
I gotta go.
Bye, Ah-young.
- Stay for dinner! - I can't.
Don't be sick, Sis.
I get to hear you call me 'Sis' because I'm sick.
Thanks, Ji-seok.
I'll buy you cream bread next time.
KIM JI-YOUNG
- We finally meet. - Yes.
I'm the one who's sick, but I was the last to find out.
How did you feel when you heard? Surprised?
I'm scared.
Know what's the hardest for the patients?
To take the first step in sitting with me like this.
Sitting here is a sign your treatments will be successful.
I'm glad to hear that.
Hi, it's me.
Are you at work?
Yes, I just got here.
- Did you have breakfast? - Yes.
I ate as I fed Ah-young. How about you?
Your dad never misses breakfast.
Of course, I ate.
Mom?
Yes?
Remember when I was born?
Of course, I do. Like it was yesterday.
Cherry blossoms fell all around when you were born.
On my way to the hospital after my water broke...
It was so beautiful.
It looked like snow.
I must take after you.
It snowed on Ah-young's birthday.
A beautiful daughter was born.
CONGRATULATIONS
It doesn't suit her.
Here.
Like our company name? Spring Breeze?
- Doesn't it suit me? - Totally.
You're lying. It shows.
What's this?
To congratulate you.
Thank you.
Why are you acting like a guest?
There's no fooling you.
What is it? Tell me.
I don't think I can work here.
Couldn't find a babysitter?
No.
Then how about working part-time?
I still can't.
I'm seeing a psychiatrist.
Who doesn't need to seek counseling these days?
It'll be risky for me to meet clients.
What if I say crazy things and such?
When I'm well enough to work, I'll be back.
Doctor?
I don't think it's so bad living like this.
As someone's mom and wife.
Sometimes, I'm happy.
But sometimes,
it feels like I'm trapped.
I go around a wall to exit, but there's another one.
Then another one...
I think maybe there was no exit from the start and get angry.
I see.
Then I realize,
it's actually all my fault.
Others found the way out, but I don't have the skills to.
So I fell behind.
It's not your fault, Ji-young.
Then why am I a mess like this?
What did you do when you were angry before?
KIM JI-YOUNG
Why are there so many women with kids here?
It's crazy.
Let's go to no kids zones.
There are kids everywhere. This place is the best.
It sucks.
Ah-young.
Right.
Ah-young, wait.
What's taking so long?
Ah-young!
Oh no.
Stay.
What a mess.
What a nuisance.
Why not drink coffee at home?
How can she clean that?
What a worm-like mom.
She can hear you.
But she is shameless.
What a pity.
Let's drink at the park.
- Isn't it cold out? - It's better than here.
- It's too noisy here. - Right.
Excuse me.
Do you know me?
Pardon?
Why am I a worm-like mom?
Let's just go.
Don't treat me like an insect.
I wasn't talking about you.
Who were you talking about?
I came to order coffee here.
You saw me for less than 10 minutes.
What do you know about me to insult me?
Do you know what I've been through, who I know,
and what I'm thinking to judge me?
How would you like it if I judged you in one glance?
What is she saying?
We were just talking!
Then don't let others hear you.
Why try so hard to hurt others?
- Let's go. Just drop it. - Hurry.
- Come on. - Let's go.
Mommy!
It's okay, Ah-young.
I'm not crying.
Mommy's strong.
So don't cry, Ah-young.
No more tears!
Good! Let's go.
Did you feel relieved?
No.
I didn't feel relieved or embarrassed.
But...
It wasn't bad.
Honey, it's spring.
See the buds there?
Not again, cry baby.
I'm okay.
Let's go!
Daddy! Let's go!
- Had fun? - Yes!
- Wanna go home? - Okay!
- Are you hungry? - Yes!
What do you want?
- Ice cream! - We should eat rice.
Then rice cookies!
WHEN A GIRL GROWS UP BY KIM JI-YOUNG
She was born on April 1st, 1982.
Born in Seoul, she measured 50cm and 2.9kg at birth.
Her father was a public servant and her mother was a housewife.
KIM JI-YOUNG, BORN 1982
JUNG Yu-mi
GONG Yoo
KIM Mi-kyung
Directed by KIM Do-young
a BOMBARAM FILM Production