평범한 가족여행인 줄 알았더니…막내딸 살인범 복수극이라고?

Highly acclaimed director Kim Mi-jo's first commercial feature film debut, "Jungga Gireup," premiered on the 26th. Its protagonist, Mother Ok Il (played by Lee Jeong-in), runs a beauty salon called 'Ook Fashion' and has three daughters, including the youngest one, Jungju (played by Hwang Hyun-jung), who was missing for eight years after a math journey back home.

Without reason, she was murdered. When the perpetrator returned after serving his eight-year sentence, the mother decided to seek revenge from the murderer. Therefore, the film's title, "Jungga Gireup," is different from what one might expect from a straightforward travel film.

The story revolves around the mother's journey to seek revenge for her youngest daughter's murder. She revisits the memories of their math trip, questioning what went wrong. In an era where personal vengeance seems rampant, the film explores the depth of true personal vengeance. To mislead the authorities, the family prepares for a trip, taking photos at major tourist spots in Jungga.

While pretending to be a family on a vacation, they eventually confront the killer, leading to unexpected twists and turns. The killer escapes on a car, the mother's husband rescues his son, and they encounter various amusing situations. The film delves into the question of whether forgiveness truly leads to an end. The director, Kim, pondered if forgiveness would solve everything permanently.

The actress Lee Jeong-in, who played the mother, brought a deeply emotional performance as a woman who couldn't part with her son but stood firm in her grief. Supporting actors like Park So-dam and Lee Eun also delivered strong performances as the eldest daughter and the youngest daughter, bringing authenticity to the characters.

Kim Mi-jo, through her personal experience as a middle child, crafted roles that resonate with many viewers who have gone through similar family dynamics. The film does not shy away from presenting the complex nature of family choices, ensuring that the journey of seeking closure is not overly simplified.