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Kwang Tae's Basic Story (2009 Film)

Kwang Tae's Basic Story (Korean: 광태의 기초; RR: Kwangtaeui Kicho) is a South Korean short film released in 2009. Directed by Ryoo Hyoun-Kyoung, the film explores the challenges of human connection and emotional expression.

Kwang Tae's Basic Story promotional image
Promotional poster for Kwang Tae's Basic Story.

Plot

The narrative centers on a 30-year-old man who suffers from a medical condition that prevents him from making facial expressions. The story follows his attempt to confess his romantic feelings to a woman, a task complicated by his inability to convey emotion through his face.

Production and Release

The film has a runtime of 21 minutes. It was screened at the 4th Beppu Hot Spring Japan Korea Next Generation Film Festival, held from March 2 to 4, 2012.

Cast

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