The must see South Korean film at HIFF Spring Showcase this year is the opening night film, “The Prison” at 8 p.m. on Friday at Dole Cannery A in Honolulu. Directed by Na Hyeon, the Hawaii premiere of “The Prison” has an all start cast of Rae-won Kim (doctors), Suk-gyu Han (romantic doctor), Kyoung-young Lee and Jae-yoon Jo. The official release date in South Korea is Friday. For more information, visit www.hi.org. Here is the synopses provided by HIFF: In a maximum security prison, an underground network has been set up where inmates are hired to sneak out at night to commit perfect crimes. Ik-Ho is a prisoner and also the head gang leader there. Yoo-Gun is a new inmate and former detective who was framed for crimes he didn’t commit. Ik-Ho pays attention to the hot tempered Yoo-Gun, and sees a future for him in this conspiracy where crime and corruption go hand-in-hand for political and financial gain.
Perfect Bride
Episodes 39 &40
Today, 6:30 p.m.: Jae-soon is guilt stricken at seeing Ddol lying unconscious in the hospital. Se-gye tells her to prepare for the worst case scenario, which makes her furious. Facing difficulties, Gab-dol tells Gab-soon they should call off the marriage.
Today, 7:45 p.m.: Ki-ja hands over Gab-dol’s bank accounts to Gab-soon, while giving her an earful. Gab-dol is concerned with the growing rift between Gab-soon and his mother. Se-gye runs into his mother after telling her he’s working at the store.
Innocent Defendant
Episodes 12 &13
Monday, 7:45 p.m.: The warden orders an inspection of all cells. Jung-woo’s cellmates worry for him as he tries to return to his cell. As Joon-hyun packs to leave, he comes across Ha-yun’s Nemo stuffed doll and is engulfed in pain.
Tuesday, 7:45 p.m.: Jung-woo, Chul-shik and Mong-chi split up, as they are chased down by prison guards. Jung-woo is stopped by a policeman. Chul-shik and Mong-chi are concerned for Jung-woo’s welfare when they hear a gunshot. Chairman Cha goes to meet Min-ho, while trying to find a way to wiggle out of charges against Chamyoung.
Saimdang, Memoir of Colors
Episodes 13 &14
Wednesday, 7:45 p.m.: Saimdang attends the emergency parents’ meeting at the school. Whieumdang makes an issue of Saimdang’s family, proposing expulsion for Hyun-ryong. King Joong-jong and Yi Gyum go out on a hunting trip. The king questions the quality of the paper produced by Jangwon Paper Company, which is run by Min Chi-hyung.
Thursday, 7:45 p.m.: A competition for the best paper is to be held. Saimdang heads to Woonpyungsa to find out the secret to the best paper. Whieumdang finds out and follows her. King Joong-jong entrusts Yi Gyum to investigate corruption in paper purchases for the court. With this authority, Yi Gyum closes in on Min Chi-hyung.
Happy Home
Episode 42 &43
Friday, 7:45 p.m.: Sam-bong and Mi-soon have a cook off. If Mi-soon loses, she has to give up the restaurant. And if Sam-bong loses, he must give Mi-soon her children. Meanwhile, Hae-ryung is in total confusion between Ji-gun and Hyun-ki. Ji-gun gets nervous at seeing her in this state.
Saturday, 7:45 p.m.: Hyun-ki tells his mother he is afraid of dying. Gyeong-ok pledges to save him somehow. Gyeong-ok tells Ji-gun he must take responsibility for her grandson’s death. Gyeong-ok pressures Ji-gun to try saving Hyun-ki.