Kim Jong-kwan directs new anthology film at Busan Film Festival
Director Kim Jong-kwan presents the romantic anthology The Table Day and Night at this year's Busan Film Festival in South Korea.
Setting and structure of the film
The movie takes place inside a stylish coffeehouse located in a fashionable neighborhood of Seoul. Four separate stories unfold over several weeks as the weather changes from summer heat to autumn. Each chapter features different couples meeting at the same table for coffee.
Cast and festival debut details
The ensemble includes actors Kim Min-ha, Han Sun-hwa, Shim Eun-kyung and Joo Jong-hyuk in leading roles. This project serves as an expansion of the director's previous work from 2016. The film opens the current edition of South Korea's premier cinematic event.
Themes explored in the vignettes
The first story follows a young watchmaker and a dreamer who inherit an antique timepiece. A second chapter explores lines between comedy and tragedy within the relationships. The narrative attempts to address complex issues beyond simple relationship problems.
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