A retired teacher learns gratitude has an expiration date—and Seoul delivers the receipt.
Teacher Waryong retires after 37 years of teaching. He sets out to visit his former students living in Seoul. While those who establish themselves successfully show only indifference to him, those who are poor but honest heartily welcome him. Teacher Waryong helps the less fortunate former students.
Acting
Kim Hee-kap's weary dignity anchors every scene.
Direction
Kim Yong-deok's patient observation of human failure.
Director
Kim Yong-deok
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Released during South Korea's rapid urbanization, the film captures genuine anxiety about disappearing rural communities and Confucian values.
Director Kim Yong-deok was primarily a cinematographer; this rare directorial effort shows that visual patience.
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