Original subtitles

Morning rush hour traffic has all cleared up.

Vehicles are moving well on all highways and bridges.

One thing to be aware of.

There was a presidential address at the National Assembly.

Streets around the area will be briefly closed off.

Have a great morning! That's all for the traffic report.

It's 9:31 AM Monday.

This is Yoon Young-hwa's Daily Topic.

We're taking callers' opinions on the new tax reform.

You're on the air. Hello?

Hello. Good day.

Please introduce yourself.

I'm Park No-kyu from Seoul. I'm a construction worker.

Hello, Mr. Park.

The biggest controversy is in less tax for those with high income.

What are your thoughts on this matter?

I live alone.

All I have is a TV and a fridge, but my electricity came to $170!

I called Korea Electric to complain.

- But I must pay or they'll cut... - Mr. Park?

Today's topic is on the new tax reform.

Right. Isn't electricity tax, too?

How can the government do this to a good citizen like me?

'Electricity is tax, too'. Thank you for your opinion.

I can imagine how hard it must be.

Next caller, please.

Wait! Don't hang up!

Hi, my name is Kim Hee-eun.

Hello, Ms. Kim Hee-eun.

I watched your news every day. It's great to talk with you.

Thank you. Your thoughtson the matter?

As a housewife, I think...

Don't hang up!

We apologize for the confusion.

We'll be back after these commercials.

What was that?

Why isn't it getting disconnected?

- Check the lines. - Okay.

I was talking! How could you!

What did I do? Why hang up on me!

Please, sir.

Could you hang up so we can keep the show going?

How can you do that? So rude!

Treating me like I'm weird!

Where'd Yoon Young-hwa go? I know you're there!

Sir, that's it for today. Thank you.

Why can't I say what I have to say? No one listens to me!

Still can't?

It won't disconnect. He has to hang up...

Mr. Yoon? Listen carefully.

It's a big announcement.

I have a bomb.

I'll blow up a bridge.

I'll keep working on it.

I'll blow it up. Heard me?

We don't take prank calls. Please stop or we'll report you.

I gave it a lot of thought. I have to do it.

Then, go ahead.

Let's see you do it! You can't, can you?

I'm not lying. I'll really blow it up.

Then, blow it up fast. We'd like to see that.

Watch what you say.

I'm not joking. I really have a bomb.

I warned you.

Damn bastard talks too much!

So, go ahead! You son of a bitch!

I cut the audio. But we can't disconnect...

00:17 LEFT IN COMMERCIALS

Just make up something?

That would be good.

Hold on.

Our show's only been a week.

Problems like this come up at first.

It's just a slap on the wrist.

Just relax. I'll handle this.

We apologize for the confusion in the phone lines.

The most controversial part is cutting transfer income tax.

Then, the rich pay less and the poor pay more.

Thus, it is criticized for favoring the rich.

Yoon's Daily Topic has been discussing this...

For a week,

with experts and their opinions...

What...

...the hell!

Hello?

It's me again.

The number is not in service...

PARK NO-KYU...

CONSTRUCTION WORKER

MA PO BRIDGE BOMBING TERROR

EXCLUSIVE

Police. How can I help you?

Police. May I help you?

I'm sorry. Wrong number.

- Jung! Wait! - Hello?

Where are you calling?

- I'm reporting him. - Give me that!

- Report him to where? - The police...

Use your head! Listen.

We're the only ones who know about this, right?

Yes.

His announcement didn't go on the air, right?

Right.

You're in luck.

- Recorded his call? - Yes.

Save it here.

Don't report him?

He said he'll call back. We can report him later.

But we should report him!

Why, you...

Since when were you so law-abiding?

Don't you get it?

The press is on the fritz! But we're the only ones who know!

How lucky is that?

It's our chance.

- We gotta cover this! - Okay...

If he calls back, we'll top the ratings!

Right.

Give it to me.

Stay put. I'll go ask for news time.

- I can call the newsroom. - I got this!

Stay put.

CHIEF CHA

I'm busy! Don't call me!

Chief! Wait!

Everyone listen!

It happened close by. We get the first newsflash!

If we don't, we're screwed!

3 minutes passed! Get to work!

You know why it blew?

I'm busy! Bye!

Hold on...

Listen.

You stay out this!

It's a terrorist act.

I have a bomb. I'll blow up a bridge.

What's that?

It blew up right after. He did it.

Did it go on the air?

Not yet. I called you first.

Okay, bring the recording, come quickly!

I can't. He said, he'll call right back.

Why, you!

Life is funny.

I got divorced, cut as anchor, and demoted to radio.

My life sucked!

Maybe that all happened for this.

Come up and we'll talk.

This is my chance of a lifetime.

So come up and let's talk!

I don't think so.

What's with you?

You'll back stab me again and take over.

Not this time.

Son of a... What do you want?

To return as news anchor.

Fine, I'll talk to the Director. What do you need?

Can you send in a camera now?

You take the control desk and let's go live with this.

How many cameras left?

They all went out.

I'll send one. Don't trust anyone.

Don't let this out. Got it?

I get my anchor seat back. We made a deal.

Send a camera to our radio.

I recorded this. Just so you know.

An explosion at Mapo Bridge took place at 9:35 AM.

Eye witnesses claim the bridge collapsed in a sudden explosion.

Let's join our reporter at the scene.

As you can see, Mapo Bridge is severed.

Most of the cars made it out before the explosion...

LEE JI-SU

What floor are you on?

I'm kind of busy. Let's talk later.

Wait!

The caller is unavailable. Please leave a message.

Hello?

Why don't you pick up?

Golfing with that bastard or something?

Anyway, I'm going back to doing news.

If things work out...

Maybe we can get back together?

I'll call you when it's all over.

What did they say?

- He didn't call, right? - No.

- Didn't report him? - No.

Aren't you waiting for him to call?

Why do you think he called us?

To get on the air?

Then, we should go on the air so he'll call.

So, let's prepare.

Prepare what?

To go on the air. Now.

Yes, sir.

Mapo Bridge has suddenly...

Ready?

Hold on.

...suddenly collapsed.

10 seconds left in commercials.

This is Yoon's Daily Topic.

As you all know, an explosion at Mapo Bridge occurred.

I'd like to inform our listeners the possibility of a terrorist act.

Before the explosion, a man claiming to be the terrorist called.

I believe he is now on the line with us.

Hello?

This is Yoon Young-hwa.

Yes?

First, let me clarify one thing.

Did you cause the explosion at Mapo Bridge?

I told you I'll blow it up.

I see.

Please don't hang up.

We'll continue after these commercials.

Sir? Still there?

Why am I not on the air?

You will be soon.

We're airing this as a newsflash.

You mean, my voice will go on TV?

You're quick. Isn't that better for you?

Really? How long till we start?

Give me 5 minutes.

A TV newsflash? But that's not what we...

Hold on.

I was going to tell you. Just stay out and come later.

It's okay. You'll be back later.

I'm here. Don't worry.

Yes, sir. We'll report it.

Ready on standby?

What's the story?

Nothing yet.

We'll set up the big picture and start from there.

Okay.

Chief? I'm Producer Jung of Daily Topic.

- You can't just come in and... - Producer Jung?

The CEO and Director approved of this.

Our Director?

He didn't hear?

Your program's been canceled.

Sorry, pal. I'll buy you drinks.

Get to work! Move it!

What? You sent Ji-su there?

Worried about your ex-wife?

Why would she go there?

She insisted on going. She won't listen to me.

Looking for trouble.

We can't use her footage anyway.

Play up the human, drama code.

Something's up with the bastard.

Go with 'Who is the terrorist and why'.

Then, he surrenders at the end.

He wanted to commit suicide, but changed after talking to me.

Draw it out so that he's crying and in handcuffs at the end.

- Can you do it? - Yes.

30 seconds left.

Wait! This is ours. What's the rush?

Give me 5 minutes to make a call.

We gotta start! Other stations have newsflashes.

Let's change ties.

Nothing on the guy yet?

So, we go live with this and it's over!

Let's start. Get ready.

- Okay! - Okay!

- Hello? - Yes?

I apologize for the delay.

Please think through what you want to say.

But what about my pay?

We can't pay a terrorist. We don't have money.

With my voice on, the ratings will skyrocket.

I called, got you the newsflash, and the station takes all the money?

That's crazy.

- Where did you hear that? - I can take this elsewhere.

Hold, please.

How much?

How much are you thinking?

$2,179,245.00

What is the money for?

If you want to know, deposit it to this number.

It's an investment.

Because of me, you'll get more commercials.

What if we can trace your account?

If I get caught during the show, it's your loss, too.

Should we wire the money?

We'll pay you. First, let's begin.

If we lose the timing, we can't pay you.

Sorry, that won't do.

I'll go with another station, if you're not interested.

We have a call from a man who claims to be the terrorist.

KTN news is preparing an exclusive interview with him.

No deal?

Is this really about money?

The chance to say what you want is what's important.

No one else will listen to you like me.

But I need that money.

We'll pay you every penny, plus the chance to talk.

They'll never let your voice go on live without editing.

They care about the show not you.

We're different.

You can swear and say anything. I'll help you.

Now, it's time to start.

Any later and this call will lose merit.

Okay. I got the money. Let's begin.

You really paid him?

Just get the ratings up.

Then, you'll be the anchor on tomorrow's news.

10 seconds left.

We're about to begin.

When I ask you a question, just speak your mind.

I'll sort it out. Okay?

SNC has decided to broadcast the phone conversation live.

We have an exclusive interview with the terrorist.

Here is the exclusive.

This is Yoon Young-hwa.

The country is at shock over an unprecedented bombing.

SNC will broadcast live the phone conversation with the terrorist.

Hello? Can you hear me?

Yes, I can see you.

Your identity or why you bombed the bridge have not been revealed.

I think the biggest question on our viewers' minds is this...

Why did you blow up Mapo Bridge?

I built that bridge.

You say, you built Mapo Bridge?

About 30 years ago.

I had to provide for my family, but didn't have any skills.

So, I just worked odd jobs in construction.

I did anything for food.

MAPO BRIDGE CONSTRUCTED IN 1983

So, you worked as a worker in constructing Mapo Bridge in 1983.

Then, two years ago they suddenly wanted repair work done.

They said some big-shot, foreign guests will cross the bridge.

But it didn't look good because it's too old.

Wait. A big event 2 years ago?

WORLD LEADERS SUMMIT You mean the World Leaders Summit?

They said, if we worked through the night...

they would pay us $25 more to get it done fast.

When they're splashing money saying our country's developed...

I'm still slapping on cement there after 30 years!

I understand your disappointment.

I was working on the rail to get things done by sunrise.

At the risk of my life!

Suddenly, the rail suddenly gave way.

Please take your time.

The rail suddenly gave way...

Then, three men fell into the water.

I see. Three workers fell that night while working.

Then, what happened?

They were alive and floating in the water.

But cops and rescue forces were busy with the summit to come!

The three men died while trying to make $25 more.

That's it. No compensation or apologies.

How can they do that?

Is that why you blew up Mapo Bridge?

To get attention and tell this story on air?

I'm Park No-kyu from Seoul. Listen to me carefully.

Wait, sir. Is Park No-kyu your real name?

I too have a name.

I also had a family, and hoped to live well.

So, I worked like a dog as the country ordered.

But the country thinks of us as just dogs who died.

Do you understand me?

- Yes, I do. But... - Then, call someone for me.

The President.

The President?

I just want to be treated like a human with respect.

Tell him to officially apologize to the three dead workers and their families.

I fully understand how you must feel.

But I think it'll be difficult for the President to come here.

You said, you'd listen to whatever I wanted!

I am listening, Mr. Park.

However, we cannot listen to excessive demands.

Is that so?

You cursed at me earlier, can I curse, too?

- You can say anything, but... - No?

But you swore at me.

Did I?

You must be mistaken. I'll ask again.

The Mapo Bridge was...

Damn bastard talks too much!

So, go ahead! You son of a bitch!

We apologize for that interruption.

Mr. Park No-kyu? I'll ask you again.

Hello? Can you hear me?

Damn son of a bitch.

What now?

Why'd you curse? Come out!

Damn it.

We've lost connection with the studio.

Put Yoon Young-hwa on.

I have a question.

Put him on!

I'm sorry, we have a bad connection.

Why her?

Please calm down.

He's asking for me! I'll finish this up!

- The hell... - You're not yourself.

Stay out of it for now.

Backstabbing me again? This is mine!

Are we to understand the terror is against the government?

Then, can you bring the President?

You, rookie! Don't backstab me!

Hand him over!

We already said that's not possible.

Really?

I have a few more bombs.

Wait.

Are you saying there could be more bombings?

I have the switch in hand, but there's a problem.

What is the problem?

Hello? Hello?

Cut!

- Turn to Mapo Bridge! - Yes, sir!

I'm reporting live from the Mapo Bridge bombing site.

- Get me a wireless mic instead! - Yes, sir.

It is the first bridge to collapse in 19 years...

Chief! Give me 1 minute!

What are you doing?

I'm warning you! It's no good messing with the press!

I just want to be heard.

But you're saying crazy things!

Do you think I'm an idiot?

That lady got slightly hurt, but not you.

Shit! What the hell?

I wouldn't keep cursing at me if I were you.

Because there's already a bomb on you.

What? Asshole?

If you get away from the desk, it'll blow.

If you tell anyone, it'll blow.

The entire country will see a big hole in your head.

Who brought me the earpiece?

- Who was it? - Get ready!

You're on next!

You planted a bomb on me?

Why're you doing this? Do you know me?

Who doesn't know Yoon Young-hwa?

You became a reporter for SNC in 2003.

Most trusted and influential news anchor for 4 years.

The anchor of the nightly news for over 5 years and...

What's that got to do with this now?

No one will believe me, but they trust you.

If you tell him to apologize, I think he will.

That's what I need now. The way you talk.

Wait.

That won't bring the President here.

There's no time!

Wait! Hold on!

How'd the explosion happen? Is the rookie okay?

Remember your closing commentary?

That's the news for today.

We'll always be just and fair in delivering news.

This news has to be like that.

Then, it'll end without any problems.

The hell...

You're on. Do your job right.

Let's begin. Don't test my patience.

Wait. Hold on a second.

I'm not ready.

Aren't you starting?

Wait! I need more time!

We're back on!

This is Yoon Young-hwa.

There has been a second explosion at Mapo Bridge.

The explosion was captured on our camera at the scene.

Let's find out how our staff is doing out there.

LEE JI-SU IS UNHARMED

Our reporter is...

We'll report on her status once it comes in.

Bring the President.

Yes, we will try to do the best we can.

I'll give you 10 minutes.

I believe it'll take more than 10 minutes from the Blue House.

He's at the National Assembly, probably in hiding.

It's 3 minutes away on foot.

What if he cannot appear?

Then, they die.

Any rescue attempt, and they'll all die.

But if he apologizes, I'll turn myself in.

All I need is just an apology.

I see.

If the President is watching this right now...

A terrorist has the citizens on Mapo Bridge held captive.

There is no time to waste. I ask for immediate action.

Call him directly.

03730-5800

No!

Call him!

We will try calling the Blue House.

What will you say? Are you nuts?

Our staff is unable to make the call.

If we don't call, the hostages can be at risk.

I will call directly.

The phone is ringing.

REALLY A CONSTRUCTION WORKER?

Hello? This is Yoon Young-hwa.

Hello?

I am still waiting for them to answer.

I'll keep trying to reach the Blue House.

I have a question for you.

You said, you worked as a laborer in construction for 30 years.

I'll ask you again.

Are you really a construction worker?

Think people who do odd jobs are stupid?

We look dumb and can't talk well?

We can think and get mad, too.

Just didn't know how to stand up and fight.

But the bombs showed me how.

Still no answer?

I am still calling.

In the meantime, I have another question.

If what you claim is all true, the three workers should be compensated.

Why do you demand just the President's apology?

Is there another reason?

Their compensation money of $2,179,245 was paid in full.

By you.

Secretary Kim Sang-mo of Blue House National Crisis Management.

This is Yoon Young-hwa of SNC. Are you watching?

Yes, I am.

Are you aware of the terrorist's demand?

Yes, I am.

There is 5 minutes left.

Where is the President? Is he in hiding?

You got 1 minute.

For safety reasons, I cannot disclose that.

The government is very concerned over the terrorist acts.

So, he is not on his way?

With utmost priority on our citizens' safety...

Wait.

There's no time for that. He must come here now.

Is he coming?

We haven't received notice yet.

However, we are trying our best to stabilize the situation quickly.

You don't understand, Secretary Kim? Our citizens' lives are at risk.

Are you insane? Wrap it up!

If the government doesn't do anything and casualties arise,

the citizens will not tolerate it. I trust he is on his way.

Hello? Can you hear me?

Yes. We will do our best.

The boss wants my report. Just keep it up as usual.

The ratings are at 50%!

That was Secretary Kim Sang-mo of the National Crisis Management.

I repeat.

The country is engulfed in fear by terror.

We hope for quick action from the government.

He'd better come or else.

Yes, Mr. Park. I feel the same way.

However, there is not much time left...

Don't speak, Mr. Yoon!

No need to respond to the terrorist's every word.

I'm Captain Park Jung-min of counter-terrorism center.

Mr. Park?

Could you wait one moment?

We sent Chief CHA out and turned everything off.

We need to buy some time. Stay calm and follow my lead.

Ready?

Bring up the hostage footage.

Mr. Park? Please look at this footage.

Is the Mapo Bridge footage ready?

Calmly report on the scene.

Don't excite him by using the word 'terror' from now on.

As you can see, there are about 10 citizens stuck on the bridge.

Mr. Park? This is your explosion site.

Do you think your cause will be justified like this?

If I didn't blow up the bridge, would you have talked to me?

Think if I talk nice, the President will apologize?

No way.

But it's not the hostages' fault.

Those citizens are the same as the three workers who died.

So?

But you will kill them?

No, I'll save them.

And I'll turn myself in.

Just apologize that the government treated us wrongfully!

Then, it'll be over.

I know you are tense.

But viewers are watching.

Stay calm as usual.

Good. Go back to Mapo Bridge.

Let's turn to the situation at Mapo Bridge.

We see a car hanging on the edge of the bridge.

We confirmed there are three family members inside the car.

I see.

A man is bringing two children up to the front.

He appears to be the two children's father.

He appears to be the two children's father.

The father is pushing the children out through the sunroof.

People are actively helping the two children out.

I pray for the family's safety and applaud the brave helpers.

We see the two children being safely rescued out.

Now, the father is trying to come out after them.

That must've shaken him up, too.

Talk about the victim's family to draw out sympathy.

Mr. Park?

From your acts, those two children lost their father.

You said you had a family, too. Do you have any children?

If you just saw what happened, you must have a change in heart.

The President, too. One minute left.

Don't look at the clock.

Ask him if he must get an apology like this.

Must you do this to get an apology?

There are legal ways to get what you want.

Legal ways? Like what?

Use legal measures set for those in need of help like you.

And judiciary measures.

This could be dealt with by law.

Do you really believe that?

Maybe for rich, smart folks like you.

But the law has never been on our side.

I gave this a lot of thought.

But this was the only choice I had.

But the victims?

What about the innocent victims?

Please reconsider.

If you give us more time, we'll get the apology and...

He should've already come. It's over.

Say he'll be here in 5 minutes.

Wait! Hold on!

BLACK BULLETPROOF CAR PULLED IN 2 MINUTES AGO!

He's on his way.

Really?

We confirmed a black vehicle pulling into our lot.

He will appear momentarily.

At last, Park No-kyu will get the apology he demanded.

Preparations to appear are underway.

The government made a firm decision in this matter.

He will soon arrive at our studio.

We thank the President for coming.

The terror will soon end with the President's apology.

You've all waited long.

A guest has arrived in our studio.

This must be the government's best effort.

I hope Mr. Park will see it that way, too.

Commissioner General Joo Jin-chul has come on behalf of the President.

So, they sent in a fake apology, huh?

He is the police commissioner in charge of this case.

I believe a more concrete apology and...

- May I speak? - Yes.

I'm Commissioner General Joo Jin-chul.

The government is seeking ways to resolve the situation reasonably.

But our priority is in seeing there are no further casualties.

So?

Surrender.

If you disarm yourself and turn in...

Get out.

We will take things into consideration and be generous.

I said, get out!

5 minutes to locating him.

We'll find you.

Make the right choice when we're giving you the chance.

The police won't be able to find me.

We'll find you soon. Then, you know what'll happen.

Looks like your head will be on a platter not mine.

You came on to put on a show? Or did someone send you?

Commissioner, please don't talk. Let Mr. Yoon lead.

Commissioner, you frankly said to surrender.

However, such behavior may not help the situation.

What if Park No-kyu will not surrender and...

Mr. Yoon? Stay put.

This is between me and the terrorist.

Sir! Refrain from speaking!

You stay put, too!

Park No-kyu! You think we can't catch you?

We searched through every record on you we can find.

Born on August 13th, 1959. Park No-kyu.

This is you, isn't it?

The government does not negotiate with terrorists. So, surrender.

I want an apology, not a negotiation!

Commissioner? See the hostages on the bridge?

You came on the President's behalf.

Is the government willing to apologize?

Mr. Yoon, are you out of your mind?

How can the government bow down to such garbage with people watching?

Wait.

Who're you calling garbage?

I worked to the bone for 30 years, but I'm garbage?

What about you, who takes bribes and lies?

Calm down, please.

What a laugh from a guy who was charged for bribery!

That case has been cleared.

They were all mission expenses. And I'm innocent.

You think people don't know?

They're work related expenses!

Like Mr. Yoon here, everyone does it! Not just me!

I see.

Mr. Park?

Please understand Commissioner Joo's heated tone in this matter.

- Back to the topic... - Look!

Stop being nice to him!

I said, I'm innocent!

But foul thoughts lead to terrorist acts like this!

I can't stand him. Tell him to get lost.

You know what happens, if you don't.

Park No-kyu!

Don't just think of yourself!

How can you do this?

Ever think your son is watching this?

What about his young life? You'll ruin it!

Be quiet!

Please, put that down...

Must you hear his voice to give up?

I could release his picture, if I want!

Shut up!

He'll be marked as a killer's son for life!

He's studying on a government scholarship!

You should be ashamed!

You call yourself a father?

I cannot stand it, Mr. Yoon. Let's kill him!

After all the chance I gave you!

Kill him and I'll give you ten more minutes.

Park No-kyu!

I swear, I'll catch you and make you pay!

No! I'm killing you! Mark my words!

What's this?

BOMB IN EAR

Mr. Yoon? What's this?

What's this! How did you know?

Get this off me.

- What? - Get this off me.

Who put this on you?

Get this off me.

Get it off me now.

Hold on.

Chief says to go on the air, if Park calls back.

Everyone out!

Shit...

That son of a bitch.

Hello?

Hey, are you okay?

Do the newsflash until Park is caught.

I feel like throwing up.

We'd better stop. Get the camera away.

We are at war here!

See that?

Other stations are going crazy trying to find Park.

If you stop here, our whole station is screwed.

How can you say that after seeing this?

I know it's hard, but we can't stop and let someone else have him.

You started it. So, you finish it.

What?

After they pushed me down to radio?

You wanna do that for life? Make a comeback!

Think they'll help you? Wake up, Yoon.

They want the killer, not a fool who threatens to kill.

To get recognized.

They probably know where Park No-kyu is.

They're just dragging this with no intention to catch him.

What do you mean?

Think the President will come? Never!

It looks bad if he doesn't apologize and just catch Park.

So, why wait?

The kids' father and Joo Jin-chul dying?

They're too weak.

They want footage of Park killing the hostages!

They gotta turn him into the devil.

Know why?

So, there's no need to apologize.

I'm part of that ending! Shit! I'm about to die!

No! No! No!

Park is just threatening you, but you hold the key.

If you say there's no apology, he has nothing. He'll flip!

He'll kill a few hostages.

Then, cops will get Park.

You wrap things up and it looks like you caught Park.

It'll happen like I say.

I get it, but you're saying we let the hostages die?

You said, this was your chance of a lifetime!

HOSTAGES MUST DIE TO END?

Be honest. You made a deal, didn't you?

I make Director, if we hit 70% in ratings.

Why? You made a deal with me, too.

It's easy.

If you say there's no apology, you'll be catching Park.

But still...

That's the only way.

If things work out, you'll get a medal of honor.

Chief Cha Dae-eun? Shit. This is crazy!

You weak fool.

I'm doing this for you...

Hello?

It's Park Jung-min. I'll be back soon.

Hurry up and get this off me.

The dismantling team is coming.

Did you trace the call?

It's taking longer than expected.

How long?

- We'll handle things thoroughly... - How long will it take?

If you reported him sooner, we would've found him.

We promise to save you.

You're all talk. What have you done so far?

Park No-kyu revealed himself from the start.

You want hell to break lose? All he wants is an apology!

No, he'll never surrender. We must catch him.

So, catching him comes before people's lives?

I get you don't trust cops.

Who do you think will see you getting killed?

Your family, friends, or Reporter Lee Ji-su?

The cops don't care about that.

Problem is the whole country will be seeing it live.

We'll be totally losing to the terrorist, if you die.

So, how will you catch him?

It'll take about six hours to locate him.

How many times must I ask?

- So, how'll you catch him? - Calm down.

Look, the beginning and end of Park's calls.

He called here twice.

We're searching through the nation's telephone network.

We narrowed it down to 30,000 circuits for the first call.

We'll looking for how many circuits overlap with the last call.

30,000... Shit.

But we'll find him no matter what.

He really can't come?

The President?

Excuse me.

What is it?

Okay. Hold on.

We can nail him with his next call.

I promise you'll get off work on time today.

The identified victims are a 39 year-old man...

and Commissioner General Joo Jin-chul.

No casualties have been found in the first and second explosions.

There were no injured victims as well.

Let's look at the falling car once again.

NO CASUALTIES

HOW?

Hello?

I think I know where Park is.

What?

He's watching the bridge.

On what basis?

There were no casualties in the first explosion.

That's not by chance!

There are traffic lights on Mapo Bridge.

That means he blew it when there were no cars.

He didn't kill people on purpose.

But he just did.

He just blew the bridge to get attention.

If he gets the apology, he won't blow!

I know I'm right!

From the 17 circuits, check near Mapo Bridge and you'll find Park.

Hold on.

Hey, Yoon!

Just report things as we talked about.

NO APOLOGY. DECLARE ACTION AGAINST HIM TO STOP FURTHER THREATS

Are you crazy?

If hostages don't die, the cops won't move.

You have to read that to catch him!

I'll send in a press van to get interviews.

What are you doing?

Are you crazy?

Captain Park? Still here?

I know what you're trying to pull. But this is my turf!

The Commissioner General died on your watch.

Shouldn't you look for a new job?

Hold on.

What if Park kills all the hostages?

Aren't you folks waiting for that?

Answer the phone!

- Put him through. - Hold on.

Do your job.

Read what's written.

This is Yoon Young-hwa.

Let's continue the call.

Look at the bridge.

It won't last long like that.

If I get the apology, I'll let everyone go and surrender.

Don't forget.

The hostages can't be saved. Just read.

Ignore Chief Cha.

We sent men in and will locate him soon.

We'll save everyone. Just buy us some time.

Mr. Park? Please, listen carefully.

The person you asked for is really here in our studio.

And he is ready to apologize.

I'll tell you the apology in sum.

The government has decided to accept all your demands.

He'll apologize directly and treat you fairly to stop any more casualties.

But there is a condition.

What's that?

It's simple.

They need proof that you'll stop your terrorist acts.

You said, you'd surrender after the apology.

I know you're nearby. Please come to the studio.

Come and hear the apology in person.

I'll give you 3 minutes.

If I stand in front of the camera, it'll be all over?

That is correct. It'll end the way you want.

How can I believe that?

What did you say to me at first? You called because you trust me.

But how can I trust that?

Did you receive money or something?

Pardon?

Is what they're saying on the news all true?

Answer clearly.

We have a connection. Anchor Yoon Young-hwa?

You're in a tight situation.

We'd like to be of help. Would it be okay?

Wait. Who is this?

It's Anchor Lee Sang-jin of KTN.

We've obtained a reliable tip on speculations about you.

We received a threatening call from Park to verify them with you.

What are you talking about?

May I ask a few questions?

No. No questions, please.

I would like this case to be resolved quickly, too.

So, please don't ask.

We should resolve this.

What does that have to do with this?

Are you doing this for ratings?

Here is my first question.

How long were you the anchor of nightly news?

Answer him.

Please answer the question.

It was for 5 years.

5 years and 2 months to be exact.

Last month, you suddenly got forced out of nightly news.

You are now on a radio program.

That is incorrect. I resigned on my own.

Let me summarize.

According to our source,

during your 57 months as the nightly news anchor

you received contributions. Correct?

What source?

Please just answer, 'yes' or 'no'.

Let me ask a question.

Who gave you the file you're looking at?

We cannot disclose that.

It was me.

If you say what we want, I'll cover for you.

If Park doesn't get caught, you will!

Mr. Park?

The hostages on the bridge are in great danger.

There is no time. Let's focus on the issue at hand.

So, you admit you took bribes?

Continue.

Let's continue.

You won the journalist of the year award last October.

But the exclusive report you won with

was revealed to be that of your wife at the time, Lee Ji-su.

There's no need to listen to such groundless speculations.

Shit! Cut the dirty crap!

I'll clear things up with Ji-su.

I'll tell her I ordered you to steal her story.

If you want to make it big, you gotta do dirty shit like me.

That's life. If I were you, I'd read that.

We'll give you the chance to explain.

Please answer the question.

PRESIDENT'S ON HIS WAY!

Hold on.

Excuse me.

HE'S IN NEXT STUDIO. TOP SECRET. STALL UNTIL HE MUST APPEAR.

I apologize. I'll answer.

Anchor Lee Sang-jin?

Stating false rumors as the truth for ratings is deceiving the viewers.

Think the viewers are stupid?

I'll answer clearly, again. That is not the truth!

You claim they are all lies.

Then, let me ask you.

Why didn't you report things when Mapo Bridge first exploded?

Producer Jung Yong-suk of 'Daily Topic' informed us, directly.

Well...

It seems to me,

an ex-anchor who took bribes and stole his wife's report

did not report the terrorist to get an exclusive.

Any comments on that?

Well...

The ratings just hit 78%.

Let's have drinks some time.

Forget the news anchor deal.

Mr. Yoon?

We will assume you gave us your answer.

We just complied to the terrorist's demand.

KTN has nothing to do with this.

There is a bomb inside Yoon Young-hwa's ear.

Wait! Mr. Park! Wait!

I wouldn't have done this, if men like him did the news right.

All the news are like that.

Wait! I'll get you the apology! I swear!

You? You have no right!

He's right in the next room.

Look.

It is hard to see from my phone...

But the police texted me. He is in the next room.

So, he will apologize now?

Yes. Right now.

He'll apologize shortly.

LEE JI-SU ON STANDBY AT MAPO BRIDGE

What the hell is going on?

Chief Cha told us not to tell. She's there.

BRIDGE PART ABOUT TO SINK

Mr. Park?

The hostages on Mapo Bridge are in grave danger.

Our reporter is out on the scene.

Let's find out what's happening.

Reporter Lee Ji-su?

Yes. I'm at Mapo Bridge.

Can you tell us what is happening?

Our camera was damaged in the second explosion.

I'm reporting with my cellular phone.

I apologize for the poor footage.

Currently, there are 16 civilians trapped on top of Mapo Bridge.

Having watched the newsflash, the citizens are trembling in fear.

Some are suffering from burns...

People with severe burns are in urgent need of treatment.

Reporter Lee Ji-su,

are you okay?

The bridge plate we are on is tilted 15° due to the explosion.

It appears to be so on screen.

The slant is getting worse with time.

There is no telling how long we will last.

There are rescue helicopters flying overhead.

But no rescue can be made without the terrorist's consent.

I see.

Reporter Lee Ji-su?

Yes?

Nothing...

Please stay still and safe until this ordeal is over.

It'll be fine.

I hope you will finish the news safely, too.

Thank you.

Mr. Park?

The hostages on the bridge are in great danger.

- Please let women and children... - Don't change the subject!

No apology, they all die.

As I mentioned, the President will apologize.

But if the civilians die,

it will be over! No apology!

They have nothing to do with this!

Not really.

Isn't the lady reporter important to you?

We've located him!

Like you said, he was watching the bridge.

Our men are headed there...

Wait! Then, he's not coming?

- Arresting Park comes first. - But the hostages?

Give us 5 more minutes.

Enough with more minutes! You said, he was coming!

An apology doesn't guarantee the hostages' safety.

Yoon Young-hwa!

Yes, I'm talking with the police.

He'll be here soon.

Why can't he come and apologize?

You said he'd come! Damn it!

Mr. Park? What are you doing?

Clear the helicopters!

Think you can play games?

I'll bring him.

Still not coming?

Are you watching?

You hear me well, don't you?

You're killing those people!

Watch carefully.

Wait! Mr. Park! Please!

The President must still be getting ready to appear.

We are all in this difficult situation along with you.

Shut up and close your eyes.

Where'd the cop go?

She said she'd bring him! Go check! Hurry!

The entire country is watching.

Mr. Park.

Appealing to the public can get you the apology.

For that, you must release some hostages.

I'll stay. But I beg you to let the women

and children be rescued.

Fine.

Women and children only. Hurry!

Park No-kyu agreed to release some of the hostages.

Now, it's the government's turn to show action in response.

I ask the President in the next studio.

There is no time.

Please come at once and apologize.

I repeat. Park released some hostages.

As you can see, a helicopter is approaching for the rescue.

Just now...

I ask all rescue forces on the water...

Please promptly start searching at the crash site.

Please...

There must be survivors.

I trust everyone can be rescued.

Please hurry.

Once again, I ask all rescue forces to start searching for survivors.

Mr. Park?

What do you say to this?

Cut the shit about apologies and say something.

I'm sorry.

You were going to kill them anyway!

Son of a...

You're sorry? How can you say that!

I started this just to hear those two words.

I said to come quick because it'll collapse.

I agreed to the rescue! But where is he?

It's out of my hands now.

I'm watching you. Can you hear me?

I'm at the scene. We're going to catch Park.

Good work.

If I hear anything on Lee Ji-su, I'll let you know. Don't hang up.

It's all over now.

HOSTAGES MUST DIE TO END?

POLICE LOCATED TERRORIST

The terrorist is about to be shot down.

There is no threat of additional bombings.

Yoon Young-hwa?

It's not over for us.

Cameras are here to film me getting caught.

But I have another announcement.

I'm going to blow up this building.

Wait! Hold on!

I inform the police!

Stop your arrest!

There is another bomb.

Stop the arrest!

Hello?

Can you hear me?

You must stop the arrest at once!

Come out of the building now!

I repeat!

Stop the arrest at once!

Evacuate the building!

TERRORIST TO BE GUNNED DOWN

All lines are busy.

MOST HOSTAGES RESCUED SURVIVORS BEING IDENTIFIED

JR TOWER COLLAPSES ONTO SNC BUILDING

Hello?

It's Secretary Kim Sang-mo. Are you alright?

Yes, I'm fine.

I was very worried.

The rescue team will arrive shortly.

Did you call the press or anyone?

No.

You didn't talk to anyone else?

No, I didn't.

There's no time, so I'll be brief.

You'll soon be summoned by the prosecution.

Me? Why?

We have no choice.

Your bribes were made public.

Just read the confession we prepared for you.

Wait! What confession? What are you saying?

Still don't get it?

The terror is over. Then, what's the problem?

The public will protest and say it was excessive use of force.

With Park No-kyu dead, we can't get around it.

There's no footage of him sobbing in remorse.

Someone has to take the bullet.

Hold on.

So, you and Chief CHA let my story leak?

The President won't apologize, so dump everything on me?

Secretary Kim.

After everything I did! How can you do this!

Still, you took the money.

You gave it to me! Damn it!

You're a lot dumber than you look.

Why didn't you just do what Chief Cha told you to?

Saying on TV to apologize and shit. The nerve!

I recorded everything. I'll spill it everywhere!

Look, Yoon.

Think anyone will believe you now?

Yoon Young-hwa can fabricate the evidence

or go on the run.

Thus, he'll soon be detained for questioning.

The police are searching for clues to locate the terrorist.

But no leads have yet been found.

You're smart. So, I'll ask one question.

If I get caught, how long will I have?

I'll be executed.

It doesn't matter if I get caught or killed.

But I can't end things like this.

WAREHOUSE

Mr. Park?

I can get back on the news.

Let's get the President's apology. I'll help you.

Think he'll apologize? No way!

If I press a switch, the building will fall over.

Mr. Park...

What do you want me to do?

Then, why don't you just come here and speak?

If you knew he won't, why'd you call?

What power do I have?

It's not my fault the President won't apologize.

Tell me!

Why me?

Still, I thought you'd be different.

You're all the same.

That's why you're dying.

Then, I'll stand there and end things myself.

Please, Mr. Park...

Please...

Please don't kill me!

Please, sir!

Please! I beg you! Please!

Let me live! Let me out, please!

Keep being like that.

Groveling under damn bastards.

Live like that, then die.

I'll give you 5 minutes. Scram.

What?

Your bomb is a fake.

What?

This news just in.

The terrorist identified as Park No-kyu was

one of the workers who died during the bridge's repairs 2 years ago.

Born on August 13th, 1959. Park No-kyu. This is you, isn't it?

I'm Park No-kyu from Seoul.

I'm Park No-kyu from Seoul. I also had a family.

And hoped to live well.

Then, I'll stand there and end things myself.

Police have no clue on the terrorist's identity.

They are searching for clues inside the terrorist's home.

The police claim the terrorist is skilled in engineering.

The investigation could take weeks.

The two buildings look like they could collapse any minute.

Everyone has been safely evacuated out of SNC.

But there is no word on Yoon's whereabouts.

This is Yoon Young-hwa.

There is a bomb rigged here and it is about to explode.

However, I am here to finish this newsflash.

Today, a man terrorized Seoul demanding the President's apology.

Though illegal, I thought he had reason to get the apology.

But I just changed my mind.

Here is a newsflash.

The terrorist pretending to be Park No-kyu will reveal himself here.

No matter who he is, I'm going to catch and kill him.

Please watch this news until the end.

Who the hell are you?

Park No-kyu

Park Shin-woo

Who are you?

Are you Park No-kyu's son?

Why'd you do it?

You didn't trust me from the bat!

Why'd you do this to me!

My father...

He only watched your news.

When I asked why...

He said, you could be trusted.

The fool...

He worked like a dog his whole life, then died.

So, I wanted an apology in his name.

Is it that hard to apologize?

Now...

This is all I have.

The terrorist is in Studio B on the 31st floor.

Grab it!

Grab my hand!

I understand! So, grab my hand!

Those bastards won't even twitch, if you die like this!

Nothing will change!

Do what you set out to do!

Wanna die like your father?

Grab it!

I'm sorry!

The hell with them. I'll apologize instead.

I'm really sorry.

I'm sorry.

TERRORIST GUNNED DOWN

I repeat.

Kill him on sight.

It was appalling.

However, as President,

I made a firm choice to guard the nation's freedom and justice.

The government will not negotiate with terrorists...

REPORTER LEE JI-SU FOUND DEAD

Our forces took prompt and firm action.

As a result, the terrorist paid the price.

The terrorist's claims were nothing but lies.

Beloved citizens...

I thank you for supporting my decision in this matter.

Today, the government won the war against terrorists.