Life of Hae-oak
혜옥이
Synopsis
Lee Ra El is a student studying for a civil service exam that will transform her life, and is the sole meaning to her mother's existence. While working part-time at an all-you-can-eat restaurant that promises “premium Korean pork, or 100 thousand dollar compensation,” an ill-mannered customer stubbornly asks for “premium Korean pork.” Ra El is repeatedly forced to bring on new meat to the unyielding customer who is demanding “premium” meat. What has led her life to this point? Will Ra El make it through?
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Seoul Independent Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Park Jung-hwan
- Screenplay & Story
- Park Jung-hwan
- Original Score
- Jeong Sang-woo
- Original Title
- 혜옥이
- Country of Origin
- South Korea
- Spoken Languages
- Korean
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Park Jung-hwan
Park Jung-hwan
Jeong Sang-woo
Park Jung-hwan
Park Jung-hwan
Department Leadership Roster
Park Jung-hwan
Director
Park Jung-hwan
Writer
Park Jung-hwan
Editor
Park Jung-hwan
Producer
Jeong Sang-woo
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Life of Hae-oak
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Life of Hae-oak about?
Lee Ra El is a student studying for a civil service exam that will transform her life, and is the sole meaning to her mother's existence. While working part-time at an all-you-can-eat restaurant that promises “premium Korean pork, or 100 thousand dollar compensation,” an ill-mannered customer stubbornly asks for “premium Korean pork.” Ra El is repeatedly forced to bring on new meat to the unyielding customer who is demanding “premium” meat. What has led her life to this point? Will Ra El make it through?
Who directed Life of Hae-oak?
Life of Hae-oak was directed by Park Jung-hwan.
Who stars in Life of Hae-oak?
The principal cast of Life of Hae-oak includes Lee Tae-kyung, Jeon Guk-hyang, Jeong Sang-woo, Kang Sook, Im Ho-kyoung.
When was Life of Hae-oak released and how long is it?
Life of Hae-oak was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.
Who composed the musical score for Life of Hae-oak?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Life of Hae-oak was composed by Jeong Sang-woo.