Birdcage Inn
파란대문
“Same age, same space and different life…”
Synopsis
Jin-a, a young prostitute, moves into a seaside motel called the Birdcage Inn, run by a dysfunctional family. Struggling with her circumstances and the family's treatment, she forms an unlikely bond with the daughter, Hye-mi. As they navigate love, betrayal, and personal growth, their friendship ultimately leads to a deeper understanding and a chance for redemption.
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Birdcage Inn trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-03-08
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Berlin International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kim Ki-duk
- Screenplay & Story
- Kim Ki-duk, Seo Jeong-min
- Original Score
- Moon-Hui Lee
- Original Title
- 파란대문
- Country of Origin
- South Korea
- Spoken Languages
- Korean
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Production Studios
- Boogui Cinema
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kim Ki-duk
Kim Ki-duk, Seo Jeong-min
Moon-Hui Lee
Ko Im-pyo
Lee Seung-jae
Department Leadership Roster
Kim Ki-duk
Director
Kim Ki-duk
Screenplay
Seo Jeong-min
Screenplay
Lee Seung-jae
Producer
Moon-Hui Lee
Original Music Composer
Ko Im-pyo
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Frequently Asked Questions About Birdcage Inn
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What is Birdcage Inn about?
Jin-a, a young prostitute, moves into a seaside motel called the Birdcage Inn, run by a dysfunctional family. Struggling with her circumstances and the family's treatment, she forms an unlikely bond with the daughter, Hye-mi. As they navigate love, betrayal, and personal growth, their friendship ultimately leads to a deeper understanding and a chance for redemption.
Who directed Birdcage Inn?
Birdcage Inn was directed by Kim Ki-duk.
Who stars in Birdcage Inn?
The principal cast of Birdcage Inn includes Lee Ji-eun, Lee Hae-eun, Ahn Jae-mo, Jeong Hyeong-gi, Son Min-seok.
When was Birdcage Inn released and how long is it?
Birdcage Inn was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.
Who composed the musical score for Birdcage Inn?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Birdcage Inn was composed by Moon-Hui Lee.