Muljomjuso (2009 Film)

Promotional poster for the film Muljomjuso.

Muljomjuso (Korean: 물좀주소) is a South Korean drama film released on June 4, 2009. Directed by Hong Hyeon-Ki, the film examines the struggles of three distinct characters navigating economic hardship and societal pressures in contemporary South Korea.

Plot

The narrative follows the intersecting lives of three individuals: a man burdened by debt who dreams of financial success, a single mother raising her daughter while struggling with the prospects of marriage, and a university graduate unable to secure employment due to his academic background.

Production

The film was directed by Hong Hyeon-Ki, who also co-wrote the screenplay alongside Park Keong-Woo. The production was managed by Ryou Eun-Jung and Lee Joon-Dong, with cinematography by Yoon Ji-Woon. During its development, the film was known by the working title Peotyeolago Changsik (버텨라구창식). The final title, Muljomjuso, translates literally to "Please give me some water."

Cast

Lee Doo-Il as Chang-sik Ku
Ryoo Hyoun-Kyoung as Seon-ju Kwak
Kim Ik-Tae as Eul-sang Jo
Kang In-Hyeong as Su-kyo Shim
Ahn Nae-Sang as Bu-jang So (cameo)
Son Byung-Ho (cameo)
Chu Kwi-Jung