Let Us Meet Now (2019)

Let Us Meet Now (Korean: 우리 지금 만나) is a 2019 South Korean omnibus film consisting of three short segments directed by Kim Seo-Yoon, Kang Yi-Kwan, and Boo Ji-Young. The film explores themes of human connection, often set against the backdrop of the complex relationship between South and North Korea.

Promotional poster for the film Let Us Meet Now

Segments

Mr. Driver

Directed by Kim Seo-Yoon, this segment follows Sung-Min, a delivery driver who transports supplies to the Kaesong Industrial Complex, a joint economic zone located north of the DMZ. During his routine visits, he develops an interest in Sook-Hee, a North Korean employee, after they bond over a shared interest in music.

Can We Live Well?

Directed by Kang Yi-Kwan, this story focuses on the relationship between long-term partners Jae-Beom and Hyun-Chae. The narrative examines the pressures and frequent conflicts they face as they navigate the prospect of marriage.

Hello

Directed by Boo Ji-Young, this segment centers on Jung-Eun, who is the primary caregiver for her mother, who suffers from Alzheimer's disease. The plot is set in motion when Jung-Eun receives a misdialed phone call from a woman in North Korea, leading to an unexpected request.

Production and Release

The film was released in South Korea on May 29, 2019, with a total runtime of 85 minutes. It was distributed by Indiestory.

Cast

Bae Yoo-Ram as Sung-Min
Yoon Hye-Ri
Ha Hui-Dong
Choi Nam-Mi
Lee Jung-Eun
Lee Sang-Hee as the woman from North Korea (segment "Hello")
Lee Yong-Lee as Young-Shin (segment "Hello")
Park Hee-Eun as Sun-Hwa (segment "Hello")
Ki Do-Young as North Korean employee (segment "Mr. Driver")
Jung Soo-Ji as Manager Jung of the Hana Foundation