Nabi (2003 Film)

Nabi, released internationally as Mr. Butterfly, is a South Korean drama film that premiered on April 30, 2003. The film was directed by Marc Kim, who also co-wrote the screenplay alongside Kim Hee-Jae. It was produced by Jung Tae-Won under the studio Taewon Entertainment and distributed by Cinema Service.

Promotional poster for the film Nabi (2003).

Plot

The narrative follows Min-jae, who departs from his partner, Eun-ji, in pursuit of financial stability. After a five-year separation, he returns to find that their lives have taken divergent paths. As Min-jae navigates his life as a playboy, he discovers that Eun-ji has become involved with a military officer. The film explores the complexities of their rekindled connection.

Cast

The film features an ensemble cast including:

Kim Jung-Eun as Hye-mi
Kim Min-Jong as Min-jae
Lee Jong-Won as Captain Hwang
Lee Won-Yong as President Choi
Dok Ko Yeong Jae
Lee Moon-Sik
Yu Hae-Jin
Park Sang-Uk
Kim Yong-Geon
Jung Ho-Bin
Kim Seung-Wook
Son Kang-Kuk
Uhm Choon-Bae as the ascetic
Kwon Hyuk as the guard
Park Chan-Kuk as the 30s man
Kim Hak-Joon as the Samcheong Guard
Jin Sun-Mi as the housekeeper