Miss Baek (2018 Film)

Miss Baek (Korean: 미쓰백) is a 2018 South Korean drama film written and directed by Lee Ji-Won. The film explores themes of social isolation, trauma, and the protection of vulnerable individuals.

Promotional poster for the film Miss Baek

Plot

The story follows Baek Sang-A (Han Ji-Min), a woman living with the stigma of a criminal record. Her past prevents her from forming meaningful connections with others. Her life changes when she encounters a young girl, Kim Ji-Eun (Kim Si-A), who is suffering from abuse. Recognizing her own traumatic childhood in the girl, Sang-A decides to intervene and protect her from a cruel environment. Meanwhile, Jang-Sub (Lee Hee-Jun), a man who cares for Sang-A, attempts to support her efforts to save the child.

Production

The film was directed and written by Lee Ji-Won. Production began in early February 2017. The film was distributed by Little Big Pictures.

Cast

Han Ji-Min as Baek Sang-A
Kim Si-A as Kim Ji-Eun
Lee Hee-Jun as Jang-Sub
Kwon So-Hyun as Joo Mi-Kyung
Baek Soo-Jang as Kim Il-Gon
Jang Young-Nam as Jung Myung-Sook
Kim Sun-Young as Jang Hoo-Nam

Reception and Awards

The film received critical recognition for its performances. At the 55th Baeksang Arts Awards in 2019, Han Ji-Min won Best Actress, Kwon So-Hyun won Best Supporting Actress, and Lee Ji-Won won Best New Director. Additionally, Han Ji-Min received the Best Actress award at the 39th Blue Dragon Film Awards in 2018.