MEI-JIN AND JAE-BEOM
Mei-jin, an ethnic Korean girl from China, escapes domestic violence and works illegally in South Korea.When her abusive husband tracks her down, she receives unexpected help from Jae-beom, a Korean ex-convict struggling to find his place after prison.As they flee together, they taste a moment of freedom.
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Mei-jin, an ethnic Korean girl from China, escapes domestic violence and works illegally in South Korea. When her abusive husband tracks her down, she receives unexpected help from Jae-beom, a Korean ex-convict struggling to find his place after prison. As they flee together, they taste a moment of freedom.
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- Release date
- Jul 23, 2025
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- 0h 20m
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- Korean
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