NAVILLERA
This program is rated 15.
SIM DEOK-CHUL
He shouldn't have rushed.
NOVEMBER 7 CHAE-ROK'S COMPETITION
OCTOBER 5, DRANK ICED AMERICANO HAD DIARRHEA ABOUT 3 TIMES
Gosh, this is a human rights violation.
How much did he write?
NAME: SIM DEOK-CHUL ADDRESS: 11, SILLIM-RO 3GA-GIL, GWANAK-GU
This is so old-fashioned.
NAME: SIM DEOK-CHUL ADDRESS: 11, SILLIM-RO 3GA-GIL, GWANAK-GU
MY NAME IS SIM DEOK-CHUL. I HAVE ALZHEIMER'S.
Are you saying I have…
Yes, you have Alzheimer's.
A neurodegenerative disease and the most common cause of dementia.
Dementia…
What am I supposed to do now?
-Did you come here by yourself? -I did.
First, tell your family.
At this early stage, you only forget things occasionally
and your condition progresses slowly.
But it may suddenly take a turn for the worse.
It's best to tell them as soon as possible and receive help.
Can I get another checkup?
What year is it?
It's 2020.
Remember these three things that I'm about to tell you
and say them back to me when I ask you to.
Cherry blossoms, car, and hat.
"Cherry blossoms, car, and hat."
-What is 100 minus 7? -It's 93.
Say A, B, C, D backwards.
D, C, B, A.
What am I holding?
A pencil.
What are the three things I told you?
Well…
They were…
Hold on.
They were…
If you can't tell your family right away, it may help to start taking notes.
From what you ate to whom you met,
write down every little thing
and turn them into habits.
Even if your symptoms worsen, your habits will remain.
Like you'll never forget how to use a spoon.
But if you start having trouble remembering the things you wrote down,
please do come back for a check-up.
Give up driving as well.
JOONGANG THEATER
SENDER: SIM DEOK-CHUL
It's such a beautiful day.
So sunny and clear.
So why…
Why on earth…
Mom. Dad.
What do I do now?
EPISODE 8
NAME: SIM DEOK-CHUL
MR. SIM
Can we stop celebrating my birthday together?
I'll be 40 soon.
-Here. -Do I have to wear this?
Once you get married, we'll stop doing this.
Hey, don't you know we're doing this so that you won't feel lonely?
-Do you think I have no friends? -You don't.
Then I might as well not have… Mom, tell me I'm adopted.
-Gosh, don't say such a thing. -Goodness.
When is Father coming? He's late.
He's picking up a picture.
Picture?
Do you mean the one
you took at the studio recently on your wedding anniversary?
Yes, that one.
He and I had never taken any photos just by ourselves.
You guys have become more lovey-dovey with age.
I refuse to take any photos past the age of 60.
-I'll be too wrinkly and ugly. -Honey.
Fine, don't. Do you think we took them to impress anyone?
I was only talking about myself. Sorry, Mom.
You talk too much.
And did that affect you at all?
-You always twist my words like that. -I must be adopted for sure.
-You're the one who started it. -It was you.
Did I ever say
-that you inconvenienced me? -How nice.
Chae-rok.
What are you doing here?
-I was just… -Come in.
Wait.
Aren't you here to see my grandpa? Let's go inside then.
No, that's not necessary.
Hello.
Goodness. I'm glad you're here.
Say hi.
He's your dad's ballet instructor.
-He's Chae-rok. Lee Chae-rok. -I see.
Wait. "Lee Chae-rok"?
Who's Lee Chae-rok?
Oh, that Lee Chae-rok?
-Sit down. Hello. -It's nice to meet you.
Judging by his outfit, he must be a ballet instructor indeed.
-Right. -I was practicing before coming here.
Please drink some water and calm…
-Damn it! -Oh, no. I'm sorry.
I've never met a ballerino before.
You have a great body.
Nice seeing you again.
-Yes. -What?
Do you know each other?
It seems like you do as well.
No, I don't.
By the way, how come you guys came here together?
-Well-- -When I was an intern, he was there too.
-That's so fascinating. -It is.
-That's wonderful. -I doubt you were an intern.
Were you a part-timer?
Dancers must have a lot of free time.
They teach ballet and work part-time as well.
You have the most time,
being nosy.
-What? -Seong-san, that's enough.
Have some manners in front of the instructor.
-I'm fine. -I'm not.
How dare you mistreat my guest?
If you're going to keep this up in front of your dad, just leave.
Come on, Mom. What did I do so wrong?
Fine, I'll stop.
-What? I think he's here. -What?
-Dad. -I'm sorry for being late.
-Hello. -Hello.
What? Chae-rok.
What? Is something wrong? What brings you here?
Come to the studio earlier from now on.
We'll be prolonging our class by 30 minutes.
That long? Wait. Is that why you're here?
Now that you know, I'll get going.
No, stay. Have dinner with us.
-Yes, eat with us. -Yes.
-We have delicious marinated crabs. -He's right. Sit down.
-Eun-ho, make room for him. -Sit over there.
You've changed, Seung-joo.
What is it this time?
You went all the way there just for Mr. Sim.
You know how to comfort others now.
Are you finally human?
Not yet, but I do know how to comfort people now.
But why all of a sudden?
He looked graceful.
When that old man
reached out his arms and lifted his legs with all his might…
It wasn't even a repertoire. Just some center exercises.
But I was moved.
Perhaps, that's what ballet is all about.
The audience can be impressed by 32 fouettés, but they won't be moved.
You've matured.
I've matured ages ago. I was just enlightened.
You'll be a great coach.
-You won't get paid much, though. -I'm not doing it.
There's only crabmeat in here. It's very delicious.
Have a spoonful. Like this.
Okay.
Good.
How long have you been doing ballet?
-It's been about four years. -I see.
That's not that long, is it?
Those who pursue art or sports usually start from the age of 6 or 7.
-You're right. I did start late. -I see.
-Are you any good? -Seong-suk.
Yes.
I didn't expect you to say that.
I like you. I'll give you a pass.
How about our father?
Why would you ask him that?
Exactly. It's obvious what he'll say.
Even I feel sore all over after hiking.
Since he's much older, it'll be quite difficult.
He actually debuted today.
He did? Where?
My god, really?
What? It wasn't much. I just performed for a bit in front of some people.
Goodness.
That's what a debut is.
He performed in front of a ballet troupe.
He was terrific. They applauded him.
He received an applause?
You're truly amazing. You're the best.
This is what I'm talking about.
People need to challenge themselves.
This cheers me up. I feel great.
May I have some ginseng liquor?
Gosh, you and your mood.
Do you enjoy emptying our liquor?
You finished the raspberry wine as well, didn't you?
You're truly the best.
Don't drink too much.
-Just have one drink. Mom. -Here is the ginseng liquor.
-He's impossible. -My mother-in-law made it herself.
Does anyone else want some?
-Do you want some? -No, I'm good.
You should have a glass.
No thanks.
Happy birthday.
Whatever.
I can't believe we do this every year.
I envy you.
At least you have a family to celebrate it with.
Did you come out for some peace and quiet?
Thanks.
Uncle, I'm sorry.
This is how family is like, Chae-rok.
By the way,
did something happen to Grandpa?
What?
You kept staring at him.
Oh, that?
I just wanted to see how he was like at home.
Why? Did he say something to you?
No, he didn't.
No one except for my dad
disapproves of him doing ballet.
And like you saw back there, Grandma scolded him as well.
He's healthy, so I'm sure no one is worried.
-You can head home. -Let me walk you just to there.
I'm not a kid.
Mr. Sim.
It's dark out. Will you be able to go home safely?
I'm not a kid, Chae-rok.
Your bus is here.
Get home safe. Thanks for today.
-Goodbye. -Bye.
I can check this off my list now.
-Deok-chul. -Coming.
-Mr. Sim. -Yes?
-Aren't you forgetting something? -I already paid.
Right. I forgot about that.
Mr. Sim!
Where have you been?
You had me worried. I looked everywhere for you.
You looked for me? Why?
Eun-ho.
-Yes? -Check if Mr. Yoo Seung-min is on his way.
Okay.
-Ms. Kim, can you come here? -Okay.
Do you have his number?
Right.
Are you on your way? Hello?
Who are you?
I'm Sim Eun-ho.
Ms. Sim.
Hold on. What's my agenda for today?
Where is it?
I found it.
I left it here.
Thank goodness I found it.
What did you leave behind?
What? Hey. It's nothing.
Hey, I really like my name tag.
It wasn't me.
Gosh, are you shy?
-Get changed already. -Okay.
I feel great since Chae-rok's so nice.
Gosh, they've aged a lot.
He finished the entire bottle and is still asleep.
He's sleeping like a baby.
Tell me about it. I told him to only have one glass.
Hey, jobless politician.
Get up!
Aren't we going home?
You can stay and have lunch.
-Mom. -Why? Do you not want to?
I'm going to stop trying.
Seong-suk.
Try it yourself.
What was it again?
What's the next step again?
Concentrate. It's fondu to the back.
Try it.
Sorry.
To the back. Straighten both of your legs.
Turn out your knees.
Keep your toes tense.
SO-RI
Come on.
KIM HEUNG-SIK
SO-RI
Hey, So-ri. Can you not find someone else?
Stop calling.
Then don't pick up. Should I hang up?
Seriously…
What will you do if I agree to do it?
Forget it.
Give me back my piano.
Fine. Every visit is worth two keys.
-Hey, then how many times do I-- -Deal.
God, she's a devil.
Chae-rok, I'm done.
Chae-rok.
What are you thinking about?
-Are you already done? -Yes.
Do it again.
I did it three times.
You only did it once.
That's not true. That's really not true.
Wait. Mr. Ki.
I have something urgent to tell you.
Sure. This way, please.
Thank you.
I'm telling you. I did it three times.
What is this about?
I was really nervous that I'd make a mistake.
My mind went completely blank.
But just like what he said, I told myself
to follow through even if I made mistakes.
You did well.
Speaking of which, if it's not too much trouble,
may I tag along to the rehearsal from time to time?
I'd just like to watch them perform.
Chae-rok told me that watching others perform would also help.
Sure.
Is that a yes? Thank you, sir.
You can watch and also perform at times.
"Perform"? Me?
Then I should go practice.
Chae-rok, take your time. Thank you.
What was that about?
I have been intrigued by him as well.
Did you see how he just ran out?
Even if he can't perform on stage,
I'd like him to solely focus on ballet when he's dancing.
I should give him some motivation.
Mr. Ki.
About Mr. Sim…
What is it?
Never mind.
-Let's call it a day. -Okay.
Class is prolonged by 30 minutes starting from today.
By the way, is it going to rain?
I feel heavy.
At times like this, I should go to the bathhouse and soak myself.
It's nice to relax in some hot water.
What are you talking about?
Take a shower and stretch at home.
Bathhouses are different from showers.
It's always great to have some banana milk after taking a bath.
Men tend to bond better at bathhouses.
-So Chae-rok, let's go together. -No, thanks.
Come on.
Let's go together.
Come and scrub my back.
I understand. Who would want to go there with an old geezer?
That's not it.
After my kids grew up, I've been going alone.
It's all right.
I won't be able to scrub my back. I wonder who will do it for me.
Don't be cheap like that.
Do you think the guy next to me would scrub it for me?
Whatever. Let's just go.
My house is this way.
You need to scrub your back.
Then you're coming with me?
You're paying.
Of course!
The banana milk is on me as well.
I feel great. I'll buy you two of them.
Gosh, that feels great.
It feels like I'm taking a bath with my grandson.
You might as well consider me one.
I'm sure they all think that way.
Do you think so?
Goodness, my grandson scrubs so well.
You're skilled, and it doesn't even hurt.
Do you think it'll get better?
What? What do you mean?
My relationship with my dad.
Do you think we'll be able to bond if we took a bath together?
I don't have many memories with him.
I remember being trained, scolded,
and beaten.
That's all I remember.
I'm sure you've guessed it after the billiard hall incident.
My dad…
beat his students while coaching them.
That's why he went to prison.
And that's when
my mom passed away.
I really hated him.
I didn't want to ever see him again.
But I keep thinking about him.
Chae-rok.
Two adults, please.
-Deok-chul. -Yes?
I'm sorry.
Those words melted my heart.
I thought I was the only one who was sad about not pursuing ballet.
But that was when I found out that my dad felt the same way.
I'm sure your dad feels the same way.
He just didn't say it out loud.
And of course, there are memories.
You were just too little to remember.
I'm sure your dad took you to bathhouses and streams.
It'll get better, Chae-rok.
Like it did for my dad and me.
Look at this majestic snow.
It's not majestic.
Chae-rok, I've finally begun to like snow again.
As an adult, I never liked snow.
I had to clean it up because it'd get slippery.
I'd get grumpy since it'd be difficult to deliver the letters.
But now, it's fascinating to see snow. It gives me butterflies.
I feel like something's going to happen.
Aren't I strange?
No, you're not. People are capricious.
Anyway, go home and review what you learned today.
Do 100 reps of ab workout this weekend.
I'll be testing you on Monday, so do a proper job.
A hundred reps?
-Then how about 200? - No, 100 seems good.
Chae-rok, see you next week.
Don't run, or you might trip.
Don't worry!
You recently went to Chuncheon to find your deceased patient. How did it go?
Did you find them?
No.
It was a flop. See? I knew you wouldn't be able to find them.
Cut this nonsense and come back.
I'm going with plan B.
Plan B, my ass.
You need to be doused with rain to your underwear to come to your senses.
I'm off.
Hey. It was your birthday recently.
It's not much, but spend it on your documentary.
What is this?
Do you not want it?
Bye.
It's to your right.
Well done, Mr. Sim.
YOUR GRANDFATHER IS A BIT UNWELL
YOUR GRANDFATHER HAS ALZHEIMER'S
Why did I say, "I'm Sim Eun-ho"?
It's so embarrassing.
They gave me an earful.
I need to learn how to make calls all over again at this age.
How serious is this that you're even buying me coffee?
What?
Well…
I was just kidding.
But I guess you do have something to say.
I have to be careful with my words around you.
You really take after Mr. Sim.
I just wanted to get coffee with you.
Thanks for the coffee.
Hey! I was on a stakeout.
What is this? Why are you alone?
Did your girlfriend not give you a ride?
We're not dating.
Why the long face?
Don't tell me…
Did you two break up already? Did you get dumped?
No.
Then what is it?
I couldn't tell Eun-ho.
I didn't know if it was right.
It's driving me crazy.
I scored a goal today.
What the hell are you talking about?
Why would a goalkeeper score a goal?
Exactly. It doesn't make any sense.
But that's exactly what you're doing right now.
As the goalkeeper, you should defend your goal post,
not try to score a goal.
Mr. Sim is the striker.
He's the one who must overcome
his opponents' tackles and score a goal.
Quit kicking the ball yourself.
Just have his back and be patient.
Is it too nerve-racking?
Then cheer for him.
Applaud him.
Then he'll score that goal.
Do you really believe so?
I do.
Trust your striker.
Thirty-one, thirty-two, thirty-three, thirty-four…
Hae-nam, do you want to work out with me?
I'll be tested on Monday.
Mom.
I'm going to stop trying.
Seong-suk.
I'm going to listen to him.
The fortune-teller said that I'd at least have one son.
But I guess it's not true.
Goodness, my poor baby.
My poor, beautiful child.
Hae-nam.
He always gave me wake-up calls even on the weekends.
Hey.
Do you know why dads become cooks on Sundays?
Because they don't need to work. It's their day off.
Then was I to endure the pain?
Look at you. Then why haven't you been visiting me lately?
You can't even compete this time.
How did you know?
My best friend told me.
Your best friend?
Mr. Sim.
He came here every day and asked
if you had stopped by,
how long your injury would last,
and if there was anything he could do.
Hey, you.
Do not taint my reputation
or betray your manager's devotion. Got that?
I'll come by often, so stop nagging.
Good. But please come during my working hours.
Stop bothering me during my free time.
Fine.
-Does it hurt? -Yes.
I have a clear head today.
What is all this?
I'm making some deodeok wine.
-Are you going out right now? -Yes.
Why are you making this out of the blue? Who's drinking it?
Yeong-il.
Yeong-il?
You said
he was considerate, and you were right.
I thought he was always out because he had no kids,
so I'd give him an earful.
"Mother."
He's never sulked in front of me.
I'm sure he was always forcing a smile.
Deok-chul.
Seong-suk…
wants to stop trying.
-Do you want my help? -It's okay.
You're taking a test today, right? Make sure you ace it.
Okay.
Maybe I should've picked him up.
-Hurry up and get changed. -Okay.
Get close to him! Defend!
-Stop the ball! Hurry! -Shoot!
Hey, we blocked it.
-I blocked it. -Stop him.
Oh, come on!
Coach Shin, I need to go to Seoul.
Right. You said he got hurt.
Yes. I wasn't that great of a parent.
I should at least visit him.
Good thinking. Feed him some good food.
Yes.
I will.
I think I forgot something.
What day was today?
What was it?
HANGYEOL HOSPITAL 11 A.M.
-What's going on? Aren't we having class? -What?
Are you weaseling your way out of the test?
-I won't go easy on you so-- -Chae-rok, I need to stop by my house.
My wife is having a severe headache.
Let me buy some medicine for her.
-She is? I'll come with you. -No. I won't be long.
-Mr. Sim! -Chae-rok.
-What is it? -Did you skip rehab last week?
The doctor just called.
-I was too busy and forgot. -Hey.
Why would you be busy?
Get ready to leave.
He told you to come right now. I'll drop you off.
I need to go with him.
He's not a kid. Worry about yourself.
We have class today as well.
You can ask him to push back an hour.
Get changed and come out.
MR. SIM, GO AHEAD AND PRACTICE WITHOUT ME
I'LL BE BACK AFTER MY REHAB TREATMENT
To be honest, I forgot that I had our appointment today.
We can't stop the progression.
But your note-taking is meticulous.
I think you're still doing pretty well.
Are you taking your medication on time?
-Yes. -Good.
You still shouldn't lower your guard. You need to stay alert.
Your memory is slowly fading,
and it'll happen more frequently.
You may forget what you've jotted down
or get lost like you did last time.
Have you not told your family yet?
No. I can't bring myself to tell them just yet.
Please say the Republic of Korea backwards.
"Republic of Korea"?
Korea, of, Republic.
Plane, pencil, and pine tree. Remember these three things.
"Plane, pencil, and pine tree."
What year is it?
Mr. Sim?
It's the year
I started ballet.
Sorry?
What's the day today?
It's the day my wife goes to the bathhouse.
Which season is it?
I don't want to forget
any of the seasons.
I'm sorry, doctor.
I think…
I should leave.
He should've been back already.
Your memory is slowly fading,
and it'll happen more frequently.
You may forget what you've jotted down
or get lost like you did last time.
I'm sorry, sir.
It's okay.
Ever since that geezer beat you, you haven't been doing well.
Right. I saw him on my way here. Chae-rok's manager.
And?
Just saying.
MR. SIM
The call cannot be connected. You will be forwarded to voicemail.
Please leave a message after the tone…
-Yes? -Hello, ma'am. It's Chae-rok.
How's your headache?
-"Headache"? -Mr. Sim said--
Is Mr. Sim not there?
What do you mean? We haven't been in touch since he left.
Maybe he went to the convenience store. I thought he had gone home.
It would've been great had he come home.
I'm busy, so I'm hanging up.
-Gosh, I lost again. -What? What's that?
-He's still there? -What?
What is it?
What?
Sir, look at me.
Do you really not recognize me?
My name is Sim Deok-chul.
Wife, Choi Hae-nam. Eldest son, Sim Seong-san.
-Second child, Seong-suk. The youngest… -Unbelievable.
-My home address is Seoul… -Hey, look inside his bag.
-He must have a phone. -No.
-Sir, one minute. -Give it back. No.
No. Give it back.
It's mine.
MY NAME IS SIM DEOK-CHUL. I HAVE ALZHEIMER'S.
-No. Give it back. -One minute, sir.
-Give that back. It's mine. -Does it work?
-There's no battery left. -Damn it.
Give it back.
It's mine. Give it back.
No. Give it back. No.
Yang Ho-beom!
-No. -What? Is he crazy?
-You bastard. Are you crazy? -Let go.
-Hey. -Give it back.
That's enough.
Goodness.
Damn.
Let's go.
This bastard.
Mr. Sim. Are you okay?
Mr. Sim…
I DON'T KNOW WHY BUT MY MEMORY CAME BACK AFTER SEEING HIS BALLET
Mr. Sim, look at me. Mr. Sim.
Don't you know sous-sous? Don't you remember this?
After turning…
Hey. What is he doing?
What's he doing?
I lost my memory that day as well.
I don't remember how I got there.
I just heard some music
and saw a ballerino before me.
The boy soared,
and he reminded me of the ballerino I once saw when I was little.
JOONGANG THEATER
I saw my angry father and my young self.
That's when I managed to come to my senses.
Ever since that day,
the sight of him dancing was burned into my mind.
I want to do ballet.
Can't I learn here?
I WANT TO LEARN BALLET. NO, I MUST LEARN.
Chae-rok.
Subtitle translation by: Soo-ji Kim
Chae-rok.
NAVILLERA
You're the main character of my documentary starting today.
-I'll do my best, Father. -Me, too.
Why are you looking at the camera?
Pretend I'm not here, and you're just by yourself.
Ballet is becoming more and more fun.
They don't just put anyone up on stage!
An audition? Me?
You're putting the rest of your life on the line.
I finally realized how desperately Father wanted to do ballet.
-Chae-rok. -I'm telling you to quit ballet.