What made her take a bite out of the apple?
2024
New Choice Shorts
KIM Ye-rang | 2023 | Documentary | Color | DCP | 32min (K,E)
TIME TABLE
12.1(일) | 13:00-14:30 | CGV Apgujeong CINEMA 3 | GV, 15 |
12.2(월) | 12:40-14:10 | CGV Cheongdam Cinecity CINEMA 3(Comport) | 15 |
12.5(목) | 20:00-21:30 | CGV Apgujeong CINEMA 2 | GV, 15 |
SYNOPSIS
The director, who works as a contract worker at a major corporation, wants to become a permanent employee. One day she discovers an apple tree in front of the company building. She observes its growth day by day, and after four months of watching, she decides to secretly pick an apple, ripe and crimson, and take a bite. Why did she do it?
DIRECTING INTENTION
The film sought to unveil a facet of Korea's 'exam meritocracy', where passing tests equals capability, and it's considered natural for those who pass tests to gain social status and rights. It reveals a society where a single exam can guarantee most aspects of one's life, while those who fail become labeled as losers.
FESTIVAL & AWARDS
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DIRECTOR
KIM Ye-rang
STAFF
Director KIM Ye-rang
Cinematographer KIM Ye-rang
Editor KIM Ye-rang
Cast KIM Ye-rang, KIM Kyung-hee, KIM Jong-ae, KIM Ha-young, NAM-Yoon-yeong, YANG-Hwa-jin, YOON-Dong-ju