The Table

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STORY

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In the space of a day, four intriguing conversations unfold around a single table, revealing connections closer to home than expected.

At 11:00 AM, Yujin and her ex-boyfriend Changsok reunite over a mix of espresso and beer. Despite Yujin's rise to fame as a renowned actress since their breakup, their conversation flows effortlessly as they catch up on each other's lives.

Later, at 2:30 PM, Kyonjin finds herself face-to-face with Minho, with whom she once had a one-night stand. As Minho returns from a four-month sojourn, he shares his experiences, leaving Kyonjin unsure of how to navigate the situation as she listens awkwardly to his tales of adventure.

At 5:00 PM, Eunhee and Sukja come together over warm lattes. Initially brought together through a fake mother-daughter relationship in a marriage scam, Eunhee meticulously guides Sukja on her role and the fabricated backstory. However, during their conversation, an unexpected change begins to stir between them.

Finally, as the clock strikes 9:00 PM, Hegyeong finds herself sitting across from her ex-boyfriend Unchil at the table. Their conversation takes place over cold coffee and hot tea, creating a backdrop for a moment of significant uncertainty in Hegyeong's heart on the eve of her wedding. Despite the looming nuptials, she gathers the courage to propose maintaining their relationship.

CAST

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Im Soo-jung, Jung Yumi, Han Ye-ri, Jung Eun-chae, Yoon Woo-jin

STAFF

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Director: Kim Jong-gwan

Info

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Year of production: 2016
Country: Korea
Running time: 70min
Language: Korean

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Director

KIM Jong-kwan
Director KIM Jong-kwan's short film "How to Use a Polaroid Camera" (2004) garnered awards at numerous film festivals and made a lasting impact on both audiences and critics alike. Since then, KIM Jong-kwan has continued to captivate viewers with his sensitive direction and visually stunning films, including "Worst Woman" (2016), "The Table" (2016), "Persona - Walking at Night" (2019), and "Josee" (2020).
　This version of “The Table,” selected for the Jeonju Cinema Project of the 20th Jeonju International Film Festival, showcases an extension of one of KIM’s previous works, but with a slightly different structure, subject matter, characters, and story. The result is a moving and healing narrative that will undoubtedly resonate with audiences, creating an emotional connection that viewers will hold close to their hearts.