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Yakiniku ToRaJi follows Jihoon as he navigates life after graduating from Joseon school and entering a South Korean university. The film captures Jihoon's interactions with the family and friends of ✕✕, where they share meals, drinks, and songs. These gatherings provide a backdrop for Jihoon to learn about the memories of Joseon school and the experiences of those living in Japan.
The film questions the concept of identity as it relates to ordinary lives. Through conversations with ○○, △△, and ◇◇, Jihoon confronts the imposed sense of mission that often accompanies labels like 'identity'. The narrative encourages viewers to reflect on the meaning of these labels in the context of everyday life.
Why Watch
- •Meet Jihoon and his new friends in South Korea.
- •Find out about life after Joseon school.
- •See how identity is discussed in everyday interactions.
Did You Know
•The film is set in 2025 and has a duration of 86 minutes.
•Jihoon meets ✕✕’s family and friends, sharing meals and songs.
•The film features characters discussing their memories of Joseon school.
Perfect For
Zainichi cultureKorean cuisineStudent life in South Korea