Right Now, Wrong Then (Jigeumeunmatgogeuddaeneunteullida / 지금은맞고그때는틀리다)

Produced by Jeonwonsa Film Co.

Cast: Jung Jae-young, Kim Min-hee, Youn Yuh-jung, Gi Ju-bong,

Choi Hwa-jeong, Yoo Jun-sang, Seo Young-hwa, Go Ah-sung.

I. RIGHT THEN, WRONG NOW

It's my first time in Suwon.

I walked to the market square, in front of the Haenggung Palace.

There was a coffeeshop across the street, so I bought myself a cup of coffee.

Wow, she's really pretty!

That little thing... So slender and youthful.

I have to be careful. She's too pretty.

- Aren't you tired? - No...

- Are you all right? - Yes, I'm okay.

- But, is that a sledding rink over there? - That one? Yes, it is.

- Can I smoke, too? - Sure, go ahead.

It's amazing that there's a sledding rink in a place like this.

Aren't you hungry?

Well, I'm a bit hungry, but I was thinking about going there.

I can't believe there's a sledding rink here.

That's true.

Director, can I be your Assistant Director?

Of course, I would be grateful.

But you've been an Assistant Director three times already.

You're still not confident enough?

- I'm not sure if you believe me or not, but... - What?

For me, you sir are the most important film director.

It's true, even if you don't believe me.

I'm not the type of person who recieves compliments very often.

But I really appreciate it.

Don't mention it. When I'm lonely, you sir give me strength.

While watching your works, I say to myself: "Thanks to these films, my life is worth living!".

I really think of it that way.

The weather is quite warm today.

- Doesn't feel like it's winter, right? - Indeed! This weather...

It's warm, it really is.

- Shall we go? - Sure.

Sorry!

- Are you okay? - Yes, don't worry.

Wanna ride?

Is it fun?

Maybe because I stood still, but this time it ran smoothly.

- How much? - 1500 Won.

- Have a good day. - Thank you.

We parted ways after eating some Kalguksu. I told her I'm a bit tired and I need to rest.

I promised to take her to Suwon's Chicken Alley if I get bored tonight.

But even if I get bored, I don't think I'll call her.

I have to be careful. It's just a day.

Bok-Nae-Dang

The characters for "Fortune" and "Inside".

"Fortune springs from the inside"?

Fortune arises from within...

I'm not sure.

- Press here. - Got it.

Get ready.

One, two...

One more.

One, two...

After walking up and down, I returned to Boknaedang.

It's the most beautiful place around here.

This person was still here?

Is it tasty?

Yes, it is.

It's Banana Milk.

What are you doing here?

What does it look like I'm doing?

- You're drinking some milk. - Yes. Great observation.

How about you, what are you doing?

Well, I'm just sitting here.

I've come to Suwon for a movie screening. I also have to give an oral presentation.

Are you here for a lecture?

After the screening of my film, I will be speaking with the audience.

It's not really a lecture.

- Do you have your own movies? - Yes.

- Are you a film director? - Yes, that's right.

- I see. - What do you do?

I'm not doing anything.

- I'm just drinking some milk. - I see. So you're not doing anything.

That's right.

So, are you a famous director? Maybe someone I know?

Oh, my name is Ham Chun-soo.

- Is that true? - Yes.

I know you very well! You are a very famous director!

I'm flattered.

Now I see! That's why you looked so familiar!

Nice to meet you!

- But, are you really the director Ham Chun-soo? - Of course.

Please, drink your milk.

- So what is your occupation? - Me?

Currently, I'm a painter. I've not been painting for too long,

but these days I'm only living my life while painting.

- You even have traces of paint on your jacket! - Yes.

You're beautiful.

Thanks...

I used to have a different occupation. But now I only live my life while painting.

- I see. - Yes.

Would you like to drink a cup of coffee with me?

Somewhere nearby. A warm coffee.

- Coffee? - Yes. I think that would be great.

- Coffee? - To be honest...

I think I've seen you, earlier.

When you entered, I've seen you briefly.

- Really? - Yes.

I was so surprised to see that you're still here!

- Today I stayed here for quite a while. - Yes.

So, can I buy you a coffee? Somewhere nearby.

Come on, let's go!

Okay, let's do that.

It would be an honor, drinking coffee with such a great director.

Thank you! I'm the one who's thankful.

- Let's stand up, shall we? - Yes.

I'll carry this for you.

Thank you.

It looks tasty! Is that Jujube Tea?

Yes, they make it here, firsthand. It's steaming-hot, wanna try it?

No, thanks a lot.

You never drink coffee?

I can drink it, but if I do, I get really tired. I'm a little sensitive.

It really looks that way. You really seem like a sensitive person.

Really?

- Director, you're sensitive as well. - Me?

Well, I'm a little sensitive, too.

But you look much more sensitive.

No, I think you have more sensitivity than me.

Really?

That's probably why you're able to make such great films.

Thank you. But have you seen my films?

- No, not yet. - I see.

- I usually don't like watching movies. - I understand.

But I heard a lot of people praising your works.

It's nothing.

You must be an excellent director.

It's not easy for people to offer their compliments.

And from what I heard, it's much more than just compliments about popularity.

Thank you very much.

I'm just doing the best I can, so I appreciate every comment.

And it's not like I'm capable of doing much, anyway.

- Is that so? - However...

I strongly hope that one day I'll be able to create...

...something more beautiful, something remarkable.

I know the feeling. I think I'm painting for the same reason.

Yes. I think so.

Now I'm really curious about what type of paintings you make.

If you are truly interested, I'll show you my paintings later.

Yes, thank you!

What are you doing today?

Me? Nothing special today. I arrived a day early, like an idiot.

I'll have to drop by the atelier today.

Really? Are you going to your atelier?

Is there some sort of problem?

No, it's just that I promised myself to not let a day pass without painting.

I understand perfectly.

You have to do your thing.

It's not supremely important, but it's a routine that I don't want to neglect.

- I hope you understand. - Of course I do! A routine is very important.

If you don't stick to it, it feels like everything is about to collapse.

Painters, in particular, are more likely to feel this way.

My brother-in-law is a painter, too, and he's pretty much the same.

I think so.

Doing something on a regular basis, I think it's a great thing.

Carrying out while easing your mind.

I envy that kind of lifestyle.

If I...

If I don't keep this promise, I feel like I'll be completely ruined.

That's how I feel.

I'm scared. That's why I have to keep this promise.

I understand.

Earlier, I told you that I used to have a different occupation, right?

Yes.

- I used to have a modeling career. - You used to be a model?

Yes.

I was earning a good amount of money...

But then I realized it's not how I want to live my life.

I think I know the feeling.

I don't know how could I put up with that type of work.

I had no future, I was so anxious...

That kind of work just didn't feel like something worthwhile.

I hated it.

I think I know what you mean.

You were doing something which didn't suit you at all.

I always liked painting, ever since I was little.

No one encouraged me to start painting,

But once I had white paper and painting supplies,

my heart would start racing, I always felt that way.

I know! I feel the same!

Once I have paper and pencil, I feel better for no apparent reason.

- Really? - Yes.

I just...

Motivelessly doing the things that I can, in an innocent way...

That's what I really like.

I see.

To be able to feel it, as I'm living my life,

To confirm it to myself, every day, again and again...

That's how I live my life now.

- I think that's wonderful. - Yes.

I'm always eager for more.

You know? Do you know this sort of feeling?

Yes, oh yes! I know it all too well!

She invited me to see her paintings, so we went together to her atelier.

- What should we do? - What?

I run out of coffee.

I don't drink much coffee, so I forgot to buy.