1 00:00:12,283 --> 00:00:14,123 PRESENTED BY PLUS M ENTERTAINMENT 2 00:00:23,253 --> 00:00:25,163 PRODUCED BY WATERMELON PICTURES ONETAKE FILM 3 00:00:35,265 --> 00:00:38,805 EXECUTIVE PRODUCER HONG JEONG-IN 4 00:00:39,602 --> 00:00:43,062 PRODUCED BY SHIN BUM-SOO, NAM JUNG-IL 5 00:00:44,600 --> 00:00:46,689 This film is inspired by actual events, 6 00:00:46,690 --> 00:00:49,600 but all characters and situations have been fictionalized. 7 00:00:55,690 --> 00:01:00,600 On Sept. 11, 2001, Al-Qaeda led by Osama bin Laden attacked the US. 8 00:01:03,100 --> 00:01:09,150 The US declared war on Afghanistan for giving refuge to bin Laden. 9 00:01:10,900 --> 00:01:13,649 38 countries joined the war, 10 00:01:13,650 --> 00:01:18,480 with South Korea sending hundreds of non-combat troops. 11 00:01:20,650 --> 00:01:23,599 After losing power to a pro-US government, 12 00:01:23,600 --> 00:01:27,770 the Taliban turned to suicide bombing and kidnapping foreigners. 13 00:01:39,600 --> 00:01:45,770 AFGHANISTAN, ZABUL PROVINCE 14 00:01:47,770 --> 00:01:51,810 SEPTEMBER 19, 2006 15 00:02:16,400 --> 00:02:18,399 Let us pray. 16 00:02:18,400 --> 00:02:23,979 Lord, please bestow Your grace on this barren land. 17 00:02:23,980 --> 00:02:24,650 Amen! 18 00:02:24,651 --> 00:02:28,399 And please let the seeds we plant today take root. 19 00:02:28,400 --> 00:02:32,309 Help the people of this land to understand that 20 00:02:32,310 --> 00:02:34,269 - Jehovah is their... - Lord. 21 00:02:34,270 --> 00:02:35,979 - one god. - Amen! 22 00:02:35,980 --> 00:02:40,979 We believe the Lord Jesus will be the King of all peace! 23 00:02:40,980 --> 00:02:41,980 Amen! 24 00:02:44,850 --> 00:02:46,150 Everyone okay? 25 00:02:48,810 --> 00:02:49,810 What's going on? 26 00:02:51,810 --> 00:02:53,729 Open the door! 27 00:02:53,730 --> 00:02:55,519 I'm just a bus driver. 28 00:02:55,520 --> 00:02:56,780 Please don't hurt me! 29 00:02:57,770 --> 00:02:58,940 Open up, now! 30 00:03:17,460 --> 00:03:18,460 Quiet! 31 00:04:28,540 --> 00:04:33,460 THE POINT MEN 32 00:04:41,920 --> 00:04:44,540 SOUTH KOREA, FOREIGN MINISTRY 33 00:04:46,240 --> 00:04:47,240 Deputy Kim! 34 00:04:47,241 --> 00:04:48,589 Yes? 35 00:04:48,590 --> 00:04:49,829 What happened? 36 00:04:49,830 --> 00:04:52,739 They were supposed to arrive at Kandahar yesterday, but they didn't. 37 00:04:52,740 --> 00:04:57,039 That's not what I mean! There's a travel ban on that country! 38 00:04:57,040 --> 00:05:01,749 They entered Dubai through Beijing, so we never expected... 39 00:05:01,750 --> 00:05:03,920 Just kill me already. 40 00:05:07,450 --> 00:05:09,240 What is this? 41 00:05:09,370 --> 00:05:11,460 They're all from the same church. 42 00:05:12,590 --> 00:05:14,879 What's their purpose for going there? 43 00:05:14,880 --> 00:05:18,379 We believe it's short-term missionary work. 44 00:05:18,380 --> 00:05:20,300 - What? - Look! 45 00:05:27,340 --> 00:05:35,340 We demand the Korean government to pull its troops out of Afghanistan immediately 46 00:05:36,220 --> 00:05:43,049 and promptly release 23 Taliban warriors locked in Kabul Prison. 47 00:05:43,050 --> 00:05:47,379 Tell the Press Office that all media should describe them as volunteers. 48 00:05:47,380 --> 00:05:48,170 What? 49 00:05:48,171 --> 00:05:49,919 Run, or they're all dead! 50 00:05:49,920 --> 00:05:50,800 Yes, sir! 51 00:05:50,801 --> 00:05:51,879 - Bae! - Yes? 52 00:05:51,880 --> 00:05:53,379 - Call a meeting quickly. - Yes, sir. 53 00:05:53,380 --> 00:05:54,589 - Check with foreign press. - Yes. 54 00:05:54,590 --> 00:05:58,549 If our request is not met by then, we'll kill the hostages. 55 00:05:58,550 --> 00:06:00,090 We give you 24 hours. 56 00:06:07,510 --> 00:06:10,220 KARACHI PRISON, PAKISTAN 57 00:06:16,670 --> 00:06:17,800 Come out! 58 00:06:28,170 --> 00:06:30,010 What is going on? 59 00:06:36,470 --> 00:06:37,840 Sign here. 60 00:06:39,300 --> 00:06:41,590 Park Dae-sik 61 00:06:43,050 --> 00:06:44,510 A hard stay, right? 62 00:07:00,920 --> 00:07:05,219 Three months. No, was it four? 63 00:07:05,220 --> 00:07:08,509 Can't even remember. 64 00:07:08,510 --> 00:07:11,380 Counterfeiting dollars was a bit extreme. 65 00:07:12,840 --> 00:07:14,760 Was it my decision? 66 00:07:15,760 --> 00:07:17,220 You said you'd pull me out quickly. 67 00:07:17,920 --> 00:07:21,379 Is this how the nation treats one who risks his life? 68 00:07:21,380 --> 00:07:24,669 You know counterfeiting is a sensitive issue here. 69 00:07:24,670 --> 00:07:25,670 Okay! 70 00:07:27,590 --> 00:07:29,090 Go to Kabul. 71 00:07:37,260 --> 00:07:39,920 Let's not see each other again. 72 00:07:45,010 --> 00:07:46,879 What's with your attitude? 73 00:07:46,880 --> 00:07:50,050 - People were kidnapped! - You take care of it. 74 00:07:50,970 --> 00:07:52,670 It's 23 people! 75 00:08:08,130 --> 00:08:09,589 Hurry! 76 00:08:09,590 --> 00:08:10,590 Hurry up! 77 00:08:25,800 --> 00:08:29,919 We will soon be landing at Kabul International Airport. 78 00:08:29,920 --> 00:08:34,299 The time in Kabul is 8:24 a.m., with a temperature of 31 degrees. 79 00:08:34,300 --> 00:08:36,629 Please fasten your seatbelts and return your tray tables to the upright position. 80 00:08:36,630 --> 00:08:37,630 Vice Minister. 81 00:08:38,800 --> 00:08:40,379 - Vice Minister! - Huh? 82 00:08:40,380 --> 00:08:42,299 We're landing. Please put on your seatbelt. 83 00:08:42,300 --> 00:08:43,300 Okay. 84 00:08:56,050 --> 00:09:00,220 KABUL, CAPITAL OF AFGHANISTAN 85 00:09:00,970 --> 00:09:04,590 5 HOURS BEFORE DEADLINE 86 00:09:36,050 --> 00:09:37,470 Welcome. 87 00:09:38,720 --> 00:09:40,589 How is it with the Afghan government? 88 00:09:40,590 --> 00:09:44,220 The ambassador is doing all he can, but they won't budge. 89 00:09:45,990 --> 00:09:47,220 Please come with me. 90 00:10:19,840 --> 00:10:21,420 What is it? 91 00:10:21,680 --> 00:10:23,100 He's an intelligence agent. 92 00:10:30,720 --> 00:10:33,099 Are you the negotiator? 93 00:10:33,100 --> 00:10:34,890 What's your strategy? 94 00:10:44,930 --> 00:10:46,679 They like to show they mean business, 95 00:10:46,680 --> 00:10:49,390 so send some positive signal before they kill someone. 96 00:10:51,640 --> 00:10:52,640 Understand? 97 00:10:59,480 --> 00:11:02,849 Isn't that the freak who was screwing around in Pakistan? 98 00:11:02,850 --> 00:11:04,139 Yes, sir. 99 00:11:04,140 --> 00:11:07,349 Didn't he get kicked out? Why is he here? 100 00:11:07,350 --> 00:11:11,349 I heard he helped deal with the Korean hostage incident in Iraq. 101 00:11:11,350 --> 00:11:13,099 But that hostage died. 102 00:11:13,100 --> 00:11:17,599 Intelligence officers are so scarce in this region... 103 00:11:17,600 --> 00:11:21,020 They must really be desperate for agents. 104 00:11:38,520 --> 00:11:41,640 AFGHAN FOREIGN MINISTRY 105 00:11:42,550 --> 00:11:48,219 Two days ago, two German deporters were kidnapped in the exact same area. 106 00:11:48,220 --> 00:11:53,879 I don't understand why the Koreans did not ask our government for protection. 107 00:11:53,880 --> 00:11:57,089 Especially when they are moving in such a large group. 108 00:11:57,090 --> 00:12:01,470 Tell him to stop lecturing and release those prisoners. 109 00:12:02,800 --> 00:12:08,229 The most important thing right now is to bring them back, right? 110 00:12:08,230 --> 00:12:12,719 Please release some Taliban prisoners in exchange for the Koreans, 111 00:12:12,720 --> 00:12:15,740 like you did last time for the Italian deporter. 112 00:12:16,980 --> 00:12:19,429 The Italian deporter again. 113 00:12:19,430 --> 00:12:22,589 That was a very exceptional case. 114 00:12:22,590 --> 00:12:25,239 And it was one person at that time. 115 00:12:25,240 --> 00:12:28,260 This time, there are many. Way too many. 116 00:12:32,190 --> 00:12:37,379 You are aware that the kidnappers asked us to withdraw the troops. 117 00:12:37,380 --> 00:12:39,219 Yes, I know. 118 00:12:39,220 --> 00:12:44,089 But the Korean troops were scheduled to go back at the end of the year anyway. 119 00:12:44,090 --> 00:12:46,609 They gave you a very easy task. 120 00:12:46,610 --> 00:12:48,570 We could postpone it. 121 00:12:54,470 --> 00:12:57,809 We could even consider sending more troops 122 00:12:57,810 --> 00:13:02,530 to expand the medical facilities and roads in Afghanistan. 123 00:13:08,010 --> 00:13:12,309 The Afghan Foreign Minister has decided to hold a press conference. 124 00:13:12,310 --> 00:13:13,560 Here's Director Jeong. 125 00:13:16,310 --> 00:13:19,019 How long do you think it'll take to exchange prisoners? 126 00:13:19,020 --> 00:13:23,139 It doesn't seem it will take too long. 127 00:13:23,140 --> 00:13:26,019 But America's stance is most important, 128 00:13:26,020 --> 00:13:28,679 so I think you should contact Washington. 129 00:13:28,680 --> 00:13:29,889 Got it. 130 00:13:29,890 --> 00:13:31,219 Good work. 131 00:13:31,220 --> 00:13:32,560 Yes, thank you! 132 00:13:37,600 --> 00:13:41,180 ROK EMBASSY ABDUCTION RESPONSE HQ 133 00:13:53,430 --> 00:13:55,470 Tell me the terms of the agreement. 134 00:14:00,060 --> 00:14:01,850 Did you not hear me? 135 00:14:06,020 --> 00:14:09,669 Look, don't you have any sense of procedure? 136 00:14:09,670 --> 00:14:13,769 Instead of just bursting in, go through official channels. 137 00:14:13,770 --> 00:14:15,809 I've got no use for that. 138 00:14:15,810 --> 00:14:18,430 Will they really release Taliban prisoners? 139 00:14:22,470 --> 00:14:26,060 The Afghans will never do a deal over the troop withdrawal. 140 00:14:28,970 --> 00:14:31,139 How do you know about that? 141 00:14:31,140 --> 00:14:34,469 That's a diplomatic secret sent over the hotline! 142 00:14:34,470 --> 00:14:37,359 Are you wiretapping us? 143 00:14:37,360 --> 00:14:38,670 I won't let this slide! 144 00:14:41,220 --> 00:14:44,060 What do you know about this country? 145 00:14:45,640 --> 00:14:48,850 People here grind their teeth at the mention of the Taliban. 146 00:14:50,510 --> 00:14:55,929 The president almost got sacked when he tried to release a few prisoners. 147 00:14:55,930 --> 00:14:59,470 You think he'll let 23 go free? 148 00:15:00,350 --> 00:15:02,430 Sir, it's starting. 149 00:15:10,310 --> 00:15:12,390 Hussein! Hussein! 150 00:15:25,800 --> 00:15:28,169 "We are working closely with the South Korean government 151 00:15:28,170 --> 00:15:29,839 to solve this hostage crisis." 152 00:15:29,840 --> 00:15:33,130 Will you accept the Taliban's demand to release the prisoners? 153 00:15:38,970 --> 00:15:42,540 "Under no circumstances will we release the Taliban prisoners." 154 00:15:48,090 --> 00:15:50,869 "The Afghan government is considering all other options 155 00:15:50,870 --> 00:15:53,639 to ensure that none of the Korean hostages are hurt." 156 00:15:53,640 --> 00:15:55,139 What are those bastards saying? 157 00:15:55,140 --> 00:15:57,220 Jeong, what's going on? 158 00:16:00,890 --> 00:16:02,430 It's from Seoul. 159 00:16:04,430 --> 00:16:05,420 Yes, Chief. 160 00:16:05,421 --> 00:16:08,170 Didn't you say you reached an agreement? 161 00:16:09,900 --> 00:16:12,900 It seems there was a misunderstanding. 162 00:16:13,820 --> 00:16:16,189 Yes, we'll get it cleared up soon. 163 00:16:16,190 --> 00:16:18,500 We've got one hour left! 164 00:16:19,780 --> 00:16:21,360 I know, but... 165 00:16:31,860 --> 00:16:33,899 The Afghan officials aren't picking up? 166 00:16:33,900 --> 00:16:35,030 What? Not yet... 167 00:16:36,280 --> 00:16:37,860 What's with this traffic? 168 00:16:40,900 --> 00:16:42,029 I'm losing my mind... 169 00:16:42,030 --> 00:16:43,479 Is there any shortcut? 170 00:16:43,480 --> 00:16:45,189 Should we try going through the alleys? 171 00:16:45,190 --> 00:16:46,230 Sure. 172 00:16:58,610 --> 00:16:59,940 Shit... 173 00:17:20,820 --> 00:17:22,230 Even more packed here. 174 00:17:24,070 --> 00:17:26,979 Hey, how much time is left? 175 00:17:26,980 --> 00:17:28,569 40 minutes. 176 00:17:28,570 --> 00:17:29,650 Jeez. 177 00:17:33,360 --> 00:17:34,900 Let's take the opposite lane. 178 00:17:45,600 --> 00:17:46,939 Are you blind? 179 00:17:46,940 --> 00:17:48,729 Sorry, sorry! 180 00:17:48,730 --> 00:17:51,520 Slowly. Okay, let's go. 181 00:17:54,190 --> 00:17:56,940 - Are you crazy? - Are you blind? 182 00:17:58,070 --> 00:18:00,189 What is it now? 183 00:18:00,190 --> 00:18:01,439 How far is it? 184 00:18:01,440 --> 00:18:03,319 It's at the second intersection, on the corner. 185 00:18:03,320 --> 00:18:04,649 Vice Minister! 186 00:18:04,650 --> 00:18:07,029 There's no time, I think we should walk. 187 00:18:07,030 --> 00:18:09,530 But arriving on foot... 188 00:18:11,730 --> 00:18:13,110 Hurry, it's fine! 189 00:18:13,980 --> 00:18:15,030 Seriously? 190 00:18:39,600 --> 00:18:41,100 Allah is the Greatest! 191 00:19:41,030 --> 00:19:42,820 Is he still not picking up? 192 00:19:46,320 --> 00:19:48,400 Sir! Are you okay? 193 00:19:49,650 --> 00:19:52,280 Vice Minister, are you hurt? 194 00:19:57,360 --> 00:19:58,439 Hello? 195 00:19:58,440 --> 00:20:00,070 Director Jeong? 196 00:20:01,070 --> 00:20:02,229 We have 30 minutes left. 197 00:20:02,230 --> 00:20:03,860 What do you think will happen? 198 00:20:05,280 --> 00:20:06,819 I think they'll be killed. 199 00:20:06,820 --> 00:20:08,030 How do we stop them? 200 00:20:08,980 --> 00:20:11,869 Announce that we'll withdraw troops, 201 00:20:11,870 --> 00:20:13,929 and contact the OIC quickly. Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) 202 00:20:13,930 --> 00:20:17,970 Changing our stance means admitting we made a mistake. 203 00:20:22,320 --> 00:20:24,900 If you look at the situation here, 204 00:20:27,070 --> 00:20:28,780 there is no other way. 205 00:20:33,230 --> 00:20:36,149 Minister! You announced a withdrawal? 206 00:20:36,150 --> 00:20:38,480 Are we giving in to terrorists after negotiations failed? 207 00:20:42,110 --> 00:20:46,279 What's the backdrop to this hasty decision? 208 00:20:46,280 --> 00:20:47,280 Minister! 209 00:20:52,190 --> 00:20:55,149 Director! The Taliban extended the deadline! 210 00:20:55,150 --> 00:20:56,610 What? 211 00:20:56,770 --> 00:20:58,460 - By how much? - 24 hours. 212 00:21:01,520 --> 00:21:03,559 Take good care of the Vice Minister. 213 00:21:03,560 --> 00:21:04,809 What? 214 00:21:04,810 --> 00:21:06,560 - Director! - Where are you going? 215 00:21:38,410 --> 00:21:40,959 Don't you think you should see a doctor first? 216 00:21:40,960 --> 00:21:45,120 I thought we had an agreement. Why did you back down? 217 00:21:45,930 --> 00:21:47,660 Don't be upset. 218 00:21:48,690 --> 00:21:50,679 We think it is very regretful 219 00:21:50,680 --> 00:21:54,329 that the Korean government had to give in to the Taliban's demand. 220 00:21:54,330 --> 00:21:59,020 We feel the same that the Afghan government broke our agreement! 221 00:22:00,220 --> 00:22:04,139 All you care about is getting the hostages released. 222 00:22:04,140 --> 00:22:07,259 But we have to keep fighting the Taliban, 223 00:22:07,260 --> 00:22:09,130 even after you leave. 224 00:22:09,880 --> 00:22:12,339 Please understand that for us, 225 00:22:12,340 --> 00:22:15,050 this is a very complicated decision. 226 00:22:16,970 --> 00:22:18,759 Listen to me. 227 00:22:18,760 --> 00:22:22,289 What does it take to release the prisoners? 228 00:22:22,290 --> 00:22:23,320 Aid? 229 00:22:24,150 --> 00:22:25,940 Or American consent? 230 00:22:26,590 --> 00:22:30,090 Answer me. Next time, there may be no extensions. 231 00:22:31,850 --> 00:22:33,339 Don't get desperate. 232 00:22:33,340 --> 00:22:36,100 This is exactly what the Taliban want. 233 00:22:37,240 --> 00:22:40,189 You sound like you don't care if they die. 234 00:22:40,190 --> 00:22:43,560 They are innocent people. Just civilians! 235 00:22:45,890 --> 00:22:48,650 You really believe they are innocent? 236 00:22:50,200 --> 00:22:51,390 Excuse me? 237 00:22:56,590 --> 00:22:57,590 Hello. 238 00:22:58,520 --> 00:22:59,850 Okay. 239 00:23:01,990 --> 00:23:05,209 I have a very urgent matter I have to attend to. 240 00:23:05,210 --> 00:23:07,719 - If you don't mind. - No, no! 241 00:23:07,720 --> 00:23:09,059 We are not done. 242 00:23:09,060 --> 00:23:11,360 A German hostage has been murdered. 243 00:23:14,800 --> 00:23:16,279 Next will be a Korean. 244 00:23:16,280 --> 00:23:17,730 Mr. Jeong. 245 00:23:18,450 --> 00:23:22,890 Do you believe what the Taliban really want is the prisoners' release? 246 00:23:23,700 --> 00:23:25,910 Are you saying there's something else? 247 00:23:27,550 --> 00:23:29,480 I think we already told you. 248 00:23:34,910 --> 00:23:36,499 Salaam. 249 00:23:36,500 --> 00:23:37,930 Do you know this guy? 250 00:23:40,930 --> 00:23:42,230 You seen him? 251 00:23:46,430 --> 00:23:48,489 - Salaam. - Salaam. 252 00:23:48,490 --> 00:23:49,960 Do you know this guy? 253 00:23:51,680 --> 00:23:54,090 Ask at the second floor restaurant across the street. 254 00:24:21,270 --> 00:24:22,560 Hurry up! 255 00:24:34,170 --> 00:24:35,360 Are you Qasim? 256 00:24:37,140 --> 00:24:39,080 What is he saying? 257 00:24:40,230 --> 00:24:42,339 Qasim is busy now. 258 00:24:42,340 --> 00:24:44,590 Qasim doesn't know Korean. 259 00:24:49,640 --> 00:24:50,640 Hey! 260 00:24:52,190 --> 00:24:53,390 Lee Bong-han! 261 00:24:56,140 --> 00:24:57,729 You know me? 262 00:24:57,730 --> 00:24:58,890 Come outside. 263 00:25:01,440 --> 00:25:03,389 If you're tired, move to a hotel. 264 00:25:03,390 --> 00:25:06,810 No, I have to hold down the fort. 265 00:25:09,190 --> 00:25:10,980 Are you okay? 266 00:25:11,850 --> 00:25:15,980 The Afghans said we could pay a ransom for the prisoners? 267 00:25:16,200 --> 00:25:17,699 Why didn't you tell me? 268 00:25:17,700 --> 00:25:20,149 Bargain with terrorists? 269 00:25:20,150 --> 00:25:22,159 Are you out of your mind? 270 00:25:22,160 --> 00:25:25,729 What did the Germans get for sticking to their principles? 271 00:25:25,730 --> 00:25:28,239 Their hostage was murdered! 272 00:25:28,240 --> 00:25:29,680 I'll report to the Minister. 273 00:25:33,360 --> 00:25:37,029 The world will see us as pushovers if word gets out! 274 00:25:37,030 --> 00:25:41,529 Our aim is to prevent killings, not protect our reputation! 275 00:25:41,530 --> 00:25:43,530 Everyone here knows that! 276 00:25:45,230 --> 00:25:47,199 Sit still for now. 277 00:25:47,200 --> 00:25:49,409 The intelligence service said they'll solve it in two days. 278 00:25:49,410 --> 00:25:50,719 Two days? 279 00:25:50,720 --> 00:25:52,859 We only have a day. 280 00:25:52,860 --> 00:25:54,239 What can the NIS do? 281 00:25:54,240 --> 00:25:55,740 The Jirga! 282 00:25:56,860 --> 00:25:58,110 The Jirga. 283 00:25:59,610 --> 00:26:03,819 The Jirga is a council of Afghan tribal leaders. 284 00:26:03,820 --> 00:26:09,409 In a practical sense, all issues in Afghanistan are decided by them. 285 00:26:09,410 --> 00:26:11,909 If they issue a decision, 286 00:26:11,910 --> 00:26:15,319 the hostages can be released without an exchange of prisoners. 287 00:26:15,320 --> 00:26:21,820 Currently, our elite agent and a local coordinator are making contact. 288 00:26:26,060 --> 00:26:28,319 What's wrong? 289 00:26:28,320 --> 00:26:29,950 What? Let's go. 290 00:26:37,060 --> 00:26:39,269 He says the mule must rest. 291 00:26:39,270 --> 00:26:42,319 Or you can pay another 10 thousand afghanis. 292 00:26:42,320 --> 00:26:44,030 What a crook. 293 00:26:46,410 --> 00:26:48,820 We're not even halfway there. 294 00:26:51,200 --> 00:26:53,109 This is the only road? 295 00:26:53,110 --> 00:26:54,280 Sure. 296 00:26:57,160 --> 00:26:58,410 I'm serious. 297 00:27:06,610 --> 00:27:09,320 Okay, 20 thousand. 298 00:27:10,370 --> 00:27:12,729 And another 20 if we get there before dark. 299 00:27:12,730 --> 00:27:14,540 Okay? Go. 300 00:27:16,320 --> 00:27:19,700 Dae-sik, you should pay him through me. 301 00:27:22,530 --> 00:27:23,530 Wait up! 302 00:27:28,740 --> 00:27:31,569 PASHTUN TRIBAL VILLAGE 303 00:27:31,570 --> 00:27:34,820 19 HOURS BEFORE DEADLINE 304 00:27:35,860 --> 00:27:38,069 Greetings. 305 00:27:38,070 --> 00:27:40,239 This man says he knows Ismael. 306 00:27:40,240 --> 00:27:41,990 They are Koreans. 307 00:27:53,200 --> 00:27:54,450 Smile. 308 00:27:59,110 --> 00:28:01,029 You know Ismael? 309 00:28:01,030 --> 00:28:03,029 Do I know him? 310 00:28:03,030 --> 00:28:06,319 I saved him by taking him to the Korean medical unit 311 00:28:06,320 --> 00:28:11,979 to get surgery after a bomb exploded. 312 00:28:11,980 --> 00:28:14,670 You did? 313 00:28:19,240 --> 00:28:23,780 Any friend of my nephew is my friend. 314 00:28:25,410 --> 00:28:28,199 But what brings you all the way here? 315 00:28:28,200 --> 00:28:30,899 He's asking why we're here. 316 00:28:30,900 --> 00:28:33,110 It's because of the Korean hostages. 317 00:28:34,270 --> 00:28:37,310 It's because of the Korean hostages. 318 00:28:42,270 --> 00:28:46,400 These people came all this way for volunteer work. 319 00:28:55,680 --> 00:29:03,680 And he brought this gift as a peace offering. 320 00:29:04,150 --> 00:29:05,600 It's the latest phone. 321 00:29:09,060 --> 00:29:10,859 Rotate to open. 322 00:29:10,860 --> 00:29:13,700 Rotate to close. 323 00:29:18,770 --> 00:29:22,060 See, they love anything made in Korea. 324 00:29:33,940 --> 00:29:35,979 How do you know about this? 325 00:29:35,980 --> 00:29:37,770 You think I'm here to play? 326 00:29:42,020 --> 00:29:43,189 You said there's no road. 327 00:29:43,190 --> 00:29:46,559 There isn't... it's all minefields. 328 00:29:46,560 --> 00:29:47,700 Damn you! 329 00:29:50,450 --> 00:29:54,589 I'm Jeong Jae-ho, representing Korean government. 330 00:29:54,590 --> 00:29:56,439 Nice to meet you. 331 00:29:56,440 --> 00:29:59,519 This is Jeong Jae-ho. 332 00:29:59,520 --> 00:30:02,110 He's a representative of the Korean government. 333 00:30:05,520 --> 00:30:06,650 Welcome. 334 00:30:08,150 --> 00:30:09,770 Come in. 335 00:30:10,900 --> 00:30:14,269 Hello, I'm Afghanistan's only Pashtun-Korean interpreter, 336 00:30:14,270 --> 00:30:16,439 Abdul Kareem Qasim... 337 00:30:16,440 --> 00:30:19,940 Qasim for short, just call me Qasim! 338 00:30:21,610 --> 00:30:24,649 You're a Korean? That's amazing. 339 00:30:24,650 --> 00:30:26,560 - I'll need your help, then. - Yes. 340 00:30:27,610 --> 00:30:29,190 What are you doing here? 341 00:30:29,340 --> 00:30:32,129 What? I am cooperating. 342 00:30:32,130 --> 00:30:33,840 Don't you dare butt in here. 343 00:30:35,010 --> 00:30:38,210 Step aside. I'll handle this my way. 344 00:30:42,010 --> 00:30:45,300 This place has its own rules. 345 00:30:46,300 --> 00:30:49,590 We don't have time for this. 23 lives depend on us. 346 00:31:00,260 --> 00:31:03,130 Sir, please calculate my fee separately. 347 00:31:09,210 --> 00:31:14,420 A professional negotiator like you is really in another class! 348 00:31:16,460 --> 00:31:20,589 A hospital in the chief's name, building a school... 349 00:31:20,590 --> 00:31:22,960 That's not class, it's cash. 350 00:31:24,670 --> 00:31:27,670 So a new mobile phone is more classy? 351 00:31:29,510 --> 00:31:32,799 You both work for the country, no need to bicker. 352 00:31:32,800 --> 00:31:36,129 Doesn't matter what path you take to get to the same place. 353 00:31:36,130 --> 00:31:38,840 And the phone did the trick. Nice job. 354 00:31:45,840 --> 00:31:51,920 Is he really a key figure within the Jirga? 355 00:31:55,550 --> 00:31:56,710 For sure. 356 00:31:58,300 --> 00:32:00,209 He's royal family. 357 00:32:00,210 --> 00:32:01,799 Royal family? 358 00:32:01,800 --> 00:32:04,050 Family lines are important in Islam. 359 00:32:05,510 --> 00:32:08,509 There are some families even the Taliban can't touch. 360 00:32:08,510 --> 00:32:11,760 So we need to win over that tribal chief. 361 00:32:24,010 --> 00:32:27,379 Korean! Join us. 362 00:32:27,380 --> 00:32:29,919 I think they're testing us. 363 00:32:29,920 --> 00:32:30,920 Wait. 364 00:32:31,920 --> 00:32:34,259 Don't underestimate their pride. 365 00:32:34,260 --> 00:32:36,420 If you refuse, they'll think you don't respect them. 366 00:32:56,010 --> 00:32:57,710 Have a smoke! 367 00:33:02,330 --> 00:33:06,419 That isn't tobacco, it's a strong strain of hashish. 368 00:33:06,420 --> 00:33:08,669 One more time! 369 00:33:08,670 --> 00:33:10,339 He says to smoke more, but don't do it. 370 00:33:10,340 --> 00:33:11,480 I'm fine! 371 00:33:15,050 --> 00:33:16,460 Great! 372 00:33:41,120 --> 00:33:42,490 Someone's coming... 373 00:34:01,780 --> 00:34:03,069 He said he'll help us. 374 00:34:03,070 --> 00:34:06,740 He said the hostages will be safe as we discuss the matter. 375 00:34:13,370 --> 00:34:16,619 They're helping us because they want to show 376 00:34:16,620 --> 00:34:19,700 that Islam respects honor and is welcoming to guests. 377 00:34:25,620 --> 00:34:29,030 JIRGA ASSEMBLY 378 00:34:58,280 --> 00:34:59,950 They decided to let them go. 379 00:35:01,910 --> 00:35:03,570 Really? For real? 380 00:35:04,620 --> 00:35:05,869 Wow! 381 00:35:05,870 --> 00:35:08,909 Great work, really! 382 00:35:08,910 --> 00:35:10,280 Thank you! 383 00:35:13,490 --> 00:35:15,450 I'll buy you a drink back in Korea! 384 00:35:17,660 --> 00:35:19,340 I'm not going back to Korea. 385 00:35:21,700 --> 00:35:23,530 I like this area. 386 00:35:24,360 --> 00:35:29,110 I like feeling I'm the only one between sky and earth. 387 00:35:37,370 --> 00:35:40,200 Hey! Listen up! 388 00:35:41,700 --> 00:35:45,280 They agreed to release the hostages! 389 00:35:51,030 --> 00:35:53,659 What kind of reaction is that? 390 00:35:53,660 --> 00:35:56,989 Anyway, my great translating 391 00:35:56,990 --> 00:35:59,949 and pretending to know Ismael played a big part. 392 00:35:59,950 --> 00:36:01,540 You're not friends with Ismael? 393 00:36:02,780 --> 00:36:04,740 One in three guys here is named Ismael. 394 00:36:09,370 --> 00:36:11,109 That tickles. 395 00:36:11,110 --> 00:36:14,650 Have you no fear, pulling a prank like that? 396 00:36:19,120 --> 00:36:20,160 Jeez... 397 00:36:22,620 --> 00:36:25,950 Now, let's settle the payment. 398 00:36:27,160 --> 00:36:28,529 FOREIGN MINISTRY 399 00:36:28,530 --> 00:36:29,739 Director. 400 00:36:29,740 --> 00:36:31,199 What? 401 00:36:31,200 --> 00:36:35,029 There's no plane that can take all 23 of them. 402 00:36:35,030 --> 00:36:36,570 Should I book a private plane? 403 00:36:38,450 --> 00:36:41,659 Who are they, Olympic gold medalists? 404 00:36:41,660 --> 00:36:43,449 Find some connecting flights! 405 00:36:43,450 --> 00:36:44,450 Yes, sir. 406 00:36:48,320 --> 00:36:49,410 What is it? 407 00:36:51,450 --> 00:36:56,069 So why do missionaries keep taking these reckless trips? 408 00:36:56,070 --> 00:36:58,369 If one dies on a mission... 409 00:36:58,370 --> 00:37:00,819 Don't just stand there. Call the TV station! 410 00:37:00,820 --> 00:37:01,900 Yes, sir! 411 00:37:02,690 --> 00:37:07,489 In fact, they all wrote their wills before flying to Afghanistan. 412 00:37:07,490 --> 00:37:08,869 Yes? 413 00:37:08,870 --> 00:37:10,109 This is the Foreign Ministry. 414 00:37:10,110 --> 00:37:11,369 Sorry? 415 00:37:11,370 --> 00:37:13,949 What you're broadcasting now is very dangerous. 416 00:37:13,950 --> 00:37:15,660 It could provoke the Taliban! 417 00:37:17,160 --> 00:37:21,739 How can I control their opinions? They aren't reading off a script. 418 00:37:21,740 --> 00:37:24,989 If something happens to the hostages, will you take responsibility? 419 00:37:24,990 --> 00:37:26,699 Stop the broadcast now! 420 00:37:26,700 --> 00:37:30,619 How can I cut off a live broadcast? 421 00:37:30,620 --> 00:37:34,779 The Taliban don't understand Korean, what's the problem? 422 00:37:34,780 --> 00:37:36,189 Sorry, I've got to go. 423 00:37:36,190 --> 00:37:38,020 We're broadcasting. 424 00:37:42,910 --> 00:37:44,409 No, go away. 425 00:37:44,410 --> 00:37:46,909 I'm sorry, but everything is settled. 426 00:37:46,910 --> 00:37:48,909 Swindler! 427 00:37:48,910 --> 00:37:50,200 Dae-sik, let's go! 428 00:38:01,410 --> 00:38:03,069 What is he saying? 429 00:38:03,070 --> 00:38:05,409 He's asking why we lied to them? 430 00:38:05,410 --> 00:38:06,540 What? 431 00:38:11,070 --> 00:38:15,069 He asked why we told them they were volunteers... 432 00:38:15,070 --> 00:38:16,689 Why are they on TV? 433 00:38:16,690 --> 00:38:17,780 Shit... 434 00:38:18,820 --> 00:38:21,979 Listen to me. They're not missionaries. 435 00:38:21,980 --> 00:38:24,930 You've got to insist they're volunteers, okay? 436 00:38:25,780 --> 00:38:27,620 This is unforgivable! 437 00:38:28,360 --> 00:38:29,909 Volunteers! Volunteers! 438 00:38:29,910 --> 00:38:31,529 They're not volunteers. 439 00:38:31,530 --> 00:38:32,530 Chief! 440 00:38:33,200 --> 00:38:34,420 We're not lying! 441 00:38:42,530 --> 00:38:46,279 The hostages are currently held in three groups, 442 00:38:46,280 --> 00:38:51,450 with the first eight scheduled for release tomorrow morning. 443 00:39:01,620 --> 00:39:05,990 The press conference will resume after a 10-minute break. 444 00:39:08,620 --> 00:39:11,119 What do you mean we have to pay the ransom? 445 00:39:11,120 --> 00:39:12,779 The negotiation failed! 446 00:39:12,780 --> 00:39:16,199 Every broadcast here is quoting Korean news, 447 00:39:16,200 --> 00:39:18,870 reporting that the hostages are missionaries. 448 00:39:19,820 --> 00:39:20,909 Is this true? 449 00:39:20,910 --> 00:39:25,070 Al Jazeera is broadcasting the Korean feed with subtitles. 450 00:39:27,660 --> 00:39:30,949 The Afghans will mediate the ransom payment. 451 00:39:30,950 --> 00:39:33,069 Is there no other way? 452 00:39:33,070 --> 00:39:37,529 It's the most realistic, preferable option now. 453 00:39:37,530 --> 00:39:40,269 Director Jeong, don't be so inflexible. 454 00:39:40,270 --> 00:39:44,200 Why don't you try negotiating through the Jirga one more time? 455 00:39:44,360 --> 00:39:46,740 It's over with the Jirga, Chief! 456 00:39:47,940 --> 00:39:50,939 Minister, you need to decide quickly. 457 00:39:50,940 --> 00:39:53,070 We'll discuss it, so just wait. 458 00:39:54,000 --> 00:39:55,280 Is that so? 459 00:39:56,930 --> 00:39:58,100 Okay, thanks. 460 00:40:01,610 --> 00:40:03,569 What is it? 461 00:40:03,570 --> 00:40:05,900 An Asian body has been found in Musheky. 462 00:40:07,320 --> 00:40:08,779 No, that can't be! 463 00:40:08,780 --> 00:40:11,529 Wait, what is it now? 464 00:40:11,530 --> 00:40:13,439 I have to go home! 465 00:40:13,440 --> 00:40:14,730 Let's go check. 466 00:40:16,190 --> 00:40:17,290 Shit... 467 00:40:37,690 --> 00:40:41,780 These people are from the Korean government. 468 00:41:29,030 --> 00:41:32,280 5 DAYS SINCE KIDNAPPING 469 00:41:34,940 --> 00:41:36,650 For crying out loud... 470 00:41:43,110 --> 00:41:44,250 What's this? 471 00:41:44,900 --> 00:41:45,940 Wait! 472 00:41:46,820 --> 00:41:49,150 Vice Minister! 473 00:41:50,570 --> 00:41:52,360 I found this on a Taliban website. 474 00:41:53,360 --> 00:41:57,979 My name is Hong Mi-sook. 475 00:41:57,980 --> 00:42:02,899 I am Korean and I work as a nurse. 476 00:42:02,900 --> 00:42:06,320 This is my first time visiting Afghanistan. 477 00:42:08,070 --> 00:42:12,980 Everyone here is kind and treating us well. 478 00:42:14,440 --> 00:42:21,070 We are provided with a great meal and bed every day. 479 00:42:26,110 --> 00:42:28,570 I miss my family. 480 00:42:35,780 --> 00:42:37,399 I strongly urge 481 00:42:37,400 --> 00:42:44,439 the Korean government take more active steps 482 00:42:44,440 --> 00:42:46,400 to save its people. 483 00:42:50,300 --> 00:42:51,979 What did he say? 484 00:42:51,980 --> 00:42:53,980 He said they never asked for money. 485 00:42:59,500 --> 00:43:04,350 The only way for the Korean hostages to go home is the release of Taliban prisoners. 486 00:43:16,110 --> 00:43:18,229 We warn the Korean government. 487 00:43:18,230 --> 00:43:22,599 Persuade the Afghan government to release Taliban prisoners within 24 hours 488 00:43:22,600 --> 00:43:25,020 or we will kill more hostages. 489 00:43:31,480 --> 00:43:33,649 Mr. Negotiator, now what? 490 00:43:33,650 --> 00:43:36,480 All right, don't panic. 491 00:43:37,650 --> 00:43:40,179 The Taliban want us to panic. 492 00:43:40,180 --> 00:43:43,319 How can I not panic right now? 493 00:43:43,320 --> 00:43:47,069 Just give me a chance to think! 494 00:43:47,070 --> 00:43:48,820 Think? 495 00:43:50,320 --> 00:43:52,569 People are dying while you think! 496 00:43:52,570 --> 00:43:54,439 Watch your mouth! 497 00:43:54,440 --> 00:43:55,779 Have you gone mad? 498 00:43:55,780 --> 00:43:57,609 Hey, stop it! 499 00:43:57,610 --> 00:43:59,530 What are you doing? 500 00:44:19,940 --> 00:44:21,410 - One more. - Sure. 501 00:44:25,510 --> 00:44:28,560 Neither America, nor President Karzai 502 00:44:29,850 --> 00:44:32,640 will ever hand over the prisoners. 503 00:44:36,600 --> 00:44:38,260 There's only one way. 504 00:44:39,390 --> 00:44:41,929 Direct negotiation. 505 00:44:41,930 --> 00:44:44,039 Never. 506 00:44:44,040 --> 00:44:47,190 That's absolutely ridiculous. 507 00:44:48,310 --> 00:44:49,470 Why? 508 00:44:50,560 --> 00:44:52,640 Are you afraid to meet the Taliban? 509 00:44:54,060 --> 00:44:56,310 It figures... 510 00:44:58,310 --> 00:45:01,560 The dweeb who spends his life in an air-conditioned office 511 00:45:02,640 --> 00:45:06,060 would pee his pants when meeting the Taliban. 512 00:45:10,180 --> 00:45:13,929 Do you know what it means to sit at the same table as the Taliban? 513 00:45:13,930 --> 00:45:17,349 There is a Maginot line that can't be crossed in diplomacy. 514 00:45:17,350 --> 00:45:21,719 The moment a diplomat sits face to face with the Taliban, 515 00:45:21,720 --> 00:45:26,759 South Korea becomes a country that surrendered to terrorists. 516 00:45:26,760 --> 00:45:29,350 It would be a crushing diplomatic loss! 517 00:45:31,680 --> 00:45:33,100 Diplomacy... 518 00:45:33,810 --> 00:45:34,970 Mr. Diplomat, 519 00:45:36,810 --> 00:45:38,430 you can eat this. 520 00:45:47,220 --> 00:45:50,100 Then send me. I'll go. 521 00:45:52,010 --> 00:45:55,930 Why? You want to make up for what happened in Iraq? 522 00:46:01,130 --> 00:46:05,260 You think I do this for myself? 523 00:46:12,810 --> 00:46:15,719 Here's some personal advice. 524 00:46:15,720 --> 00:46:18,179 Just go back to Korea. 525 00:46:18,180 --> 00:46:21,559 Staying stuck in the past, roaming around this place 526 00:46:21,560 --> 00:46:24,180 that would drive anyone crazy. 527 00:46:55,370 --> 00:46:57,410 Save me! 528 00:47:00,140 --> 00:47:02,970 Please save me... 529 00:47:06,680 --> 00:47:08,219 It's all my fault... 530 00:47:08,220 --> 00:47:11,349 Watch, and then tell your government! 531 00:47:11,350 --> 00:47:13,600 I want to go home! 532 00:47:14,760 --> 00:47:15,760 No... 533 00:47:56,680 --> 00:47:59,750 Are you Mr. Park from South Korea Intelligence Service? 534 00:48:11,090 --> 00:48:13,469 Let me get this straight. 535 00:48:13,470 --> 00:48:18,419 So that broker persuaded the Taliban to change their list of prisoners, 536 00:48:18,420 --> 00:48:22,560 and we'll be able to get those inmates released? 537 00:48:22,710 --> 00:48:25,450 Yes, how many times do I have to tell you? 538 00:48:26,710 --> 00:48:29,709 Abdullah is no simple broker. 539 00:48:29,710 --> 00:48:33,809 He's a British businessman who dealt with the Taliban before the war, 540 00:48:33,810 --> 00:48:36,559 and has intervened in such kidnappings countless times. 541 00:48:36,560 --> 00:48:38,559 How do we get those inmates out of prison? 542 00:48:38,560 --> 00:48:39,830 An inside job. 543 00:48:41,440 --> 00:48:44,770 How is that possible, especially with the U.S. military against it? 544 00:48:44,830 --> 00:48:46,760 Since it's in Ghazni, it's possible. 545 00:48:47,140 --> 00:48:50,339 The central government has less control over that region. 546 00:48:50,340 --> 00:48:52,349 Jailbreaks happen often. 547 00:48:52,350 --> 00:48:54,099 How much does he want? 548 00:48:54,100 --> 00:48:55,429 Two million dollars. 549 00:48:55,430 --> 00:48:56,430 What? 550 00:49:04,170 --> 00:49:10,159 Mr. Abdullah, until now, the Taliban demanded we release 23 prisoners. 551 00:49:10,160 --> 00:49:12,620 Now suddenly, they changed the list? 552 00:49:13,490 --> 00:49:15,129 I don't understand. 553 00:49:15,130 --> 00:49:18,459 The Taliban also feel uncomfortable about these killings. 554 00:49:18,460 --> 00:49:22,429 As the clock is ticking, they are having internal disagreements. 555 00:49:22,430 --> 00:49:25,470 If given the chance, they prefer to negotiate. 556 00:49:26,390 --> 00:49:30,190 You are not Afghan. Why get involved? 557 00:49:31,100 --> 00:49:34,259 As someone who understands the Afghans, 558 00:49:34,260 --> 00:49:37,890 I truly want these Koreans to go back to their families. 559 00:49:51,690 --> 00:49:53,509 No trust. 560 00:49:53,510 --> 00:49:55,219 No deal. 561 00:49:55,220 --> 00:49:56,920 I'm wasting my time here. 562 00:49:59,850 --> 00:50:01,670 Just a moment, please. 563 00:50:06,650 --> 00:50:07,729 What's the problem? 564 00:50:07,730 --> 00:50:09,149 He's settled kidnapping cases? 565 00:50:09,150 --> 00:50:11,600 Then let's check with the British government. 566 00:50:11,650 --> 00:50:14,939 Everyone working here has fake names and nationalities. 567 00:50:14,940 --> 00:50:17,189 A background check will take too long. 568 00:50:17,190 --> 00:50:19,730 We have to go with our gut feeling. 569 00:50:21,860 --> 00:50:23,569 Please decide quickly. 570 00:50:23,570 --> 00:50:25,899 There's no time to sit and think. 571 00:50:25,900 --> 00:50:27,899 We need to properly check first! 572 00:50:27,900 --> 00:50:30,979 What if there's another victim? Will you take the blame? 573 00:50:30,980 --> 00:50:34,569 If she's ready, put her on the phone. 574 00:50:34,570 --> 00:50:35,720 Hello? 575 00:50:36,540 --> 00:50:37,850 Will this buy your trust? 576 00:50:39,950 --> 00:50:41,120 Two minutes. 577 00:50:43,440 --> 00:50:44,440 Hello? 578 00:50:46,110 --> 00:50:49,439 This is the Vice Foreign Minister. What's your name? 579 00:50:49,440 --> 00:50:52,939 I am Hong Mi-sook. Please help me! 580 00:50:52,940 --> 00:50:56,269 Yes, please stay calm. I'll ask you a few questions. 581 00:50:56,270 --> 00:50:58,319 How many are with you now? 582 00:50:58,320 --> 00:51:01,109 There are seven of us here. 583 00:51:01,110 --> 00:51:03,899 How many Taliban guards? 584 00:51:03,900 --> 00:51:05,439 Three? 585 00:51:05,440 --> 00:51:07,479 How's everyone's health? 586 00:51:07,480 --> 00:51:11,729 Not good, especially Hye-young, she's not eating at all. 587 00:51:11,730 --> 00:51:15,069 Where do you think you are now? Any recognizable terrain? 588 00:51:15,070 --> 00:51:19,650 I don't know. They keep moving us at night. 589 00:51:22,820 --> 00:51:24,149 Wait! 590 00:51:24,150 --> 00:51:27,770 Please just tell my family this. 591 00:51:29,570 --> 00:51:33,269 I'm sorry, and I love them. Just tell them that... 592 00:51:33,270 --> 00:51:37,360 Ms. Hong! Don't worry, you'll be able to tell them yourself. 593 00:51:44,770 --> 00:51:45,940 So? 594 00:51:46,830 --> 00:51:48,160 Now what? 595 00:52:04,020 --> 00:52:07,519 One hundred dollar bills. No consecutive serial numbers. Put them in two bags. 596 00:52:07,520 --> 00:52:08,970 Mix them up. 597 00:52:30,230 --> 00:52:32,270 Dae-sik, there's 100 here. 598 00:52:36,270 --> 00:52:39,880 As soon as we get the money, you get the prisoners. 599 00:52:41,020 --> 00:52:43,650 4 HOURS BEFORE DEADLINE 600 00:52:51,730 --> 00:52:53,480 Team A has arrived. 601 00:52:56,730 --> 00:52:59,229 GHAZNI CENTRAL PRISON 602 00:52:59,230 --> 00:53:01,109 Team B ready. 603 00:53:01,110 --> 00:53:04,020 Everyone stay alert, and let's finish this quickly. 604 00:53:13,250 --> 00:53:14,780 Where is Abdullah? 605 00:53:54,620 --> 00:53:56,060 Where's the money? 606 00:54:05,960 --> 00:54:07,010 Salaam! 607 00:54:10,020 --> 00:54:11,850 Now, release the prisoners. 608 00:54:12,980 --> 00:54:14,670 Should we count the money first? 609 00:54:16,880 --> 00:54:19,590 The prisoners first. 610 00:54:21,810 --> 00:54:23,070 Very well. 611 00:54:29,950 --> 00:54:31,210 It's me. 612 00:54:32,290 --> 00:54:34,200 Release the prisoners. 613 00:54:45,510 --> 00:54:48,390 Yes, Vice Minister. We counted 23 of them. 614 00:54:49,090 --> 00:54:50,460 It's done. 615 00:55:04,550 --> 00:55:06,880 This heat is killing me! 616 00:55:14,920 --> 00:55:16,089 What the...? 617 00:55:16,090 --> 00:55:18,209 What is it? What's wrong? 618 00:55:18,210 --> 00:55:20,210 Vice Minister, look at this. 619 00:55:21,000 --> 00:55:24,919 Director Jeong asked me to dig up more info on Abdullah. 620 00:55:24,920 --> 00:55:27,299 This is from the British Foreign Ministry, 621 00:55:27,300 --> 00:55:29,169 and it seems he's a fake. 622 00:55:29,170 --> 00:55:31,459 Abdullah, real name Peter Merchant. 623 00:55:31,460 --> 00:55:33,260 It says he died in Kuwait last year. 624 00:55:34,060 --> 00:55:36,109 Take the prisoners to this place. 625 00:55:36,110 --> 00:55:37,840 The Korean hostages will be there. 626 00:55:38,870 --> 00:55:40,690 May God be with you. 627 00:55:47,180 --> 00:55:48,550 Just a moment. 628 00:55:52,250 --> 00:55:54,259 Director Jeong! Don't give him the money! 629 00:55:54,260 --> 00:55:55,080 What? 630 00:55:55,081 --> 00:55:57,080 He's a fraud! 631 00:55:59,770 --> 00:56:00,950 Hands up. 632 00:56:32,540 --> 00:56:33,800 Put it down. 633 00:56:36,960 --> 00:56:38,419 Are you okay? 634 00:56:38,420 --> 00:56:39,769 I'm okay. 635 00:56:39,770 --> 00:56:41,310 Put it down! 636 00:56:58,760 --> 00:57:00,369 No, don't go! 637 00:57:00,370 --> 00:57:01,499 Don't follow them! 638 00:57:01,500 --> 00:57:02,500 No! 639 00:57:10,760 --> 00:57:12,170 Shit... 640 00:57:43,960 --> 00:57:44,960 Sorry. 641 00:58:34,880 --> 00:58:36,380 Take him out, quick! 642 00:59:55,940 --> 00:59:57,319 Hey! 643 00:59:57,320 --> 01:00:01,439 Investigate whether that NIS nut was in on this fraud! 644 01:00:01,440 --> 01:00:03,610 Find out how much he got paid! 645 01:00:04,730 --> 01:00:09,939 You should've checked if the Taliban got paid for allowing that call! 646 01:00:09,940 --> 01:00:12,730 You think you're here on vacation? 647 01:00:20,270 --> 01:00:22,939 You bastard. You won't get away with this! 648 01:00:22,940 --> 01:00:24,859 You're out to ruin us, aren't you? 649 01:00:24,860 --> 01:00:28,070 Please stop, sir. He's doing all he can. 650 01:00:46,520 --> 01:00:47,900 It's a Taliban general. 651 01:00:49,520 --> 01:00:50,520 Hussein. 652 01:00:55,430 --> 01:00:58,880 He wants to suggest something very important to the Korean government now. 653 01:01:06,230 --> 01:01:10,399 "Transfer $100,000 to the foreign account by this afternoon. 654 01:01:10,400 --> 01:01:12,649 Then we'll release 30 Koreans." 655 01:01:12,650 --> 01:01:15,109 He's saying he'll release 30 Koreans. 656 01:01:15,110 --> 01:01:16,690 30? 657 01:01:17,400 --> 01:01:19,610 Not 23, but 30? 658 01:01:22,860 --> 01:01:27,359 Fake Taliban, petty crime inmates, a fraud broker... 659 01:01:27,360 --> 01:01:29,230 Damn! 660 01:01:39,040 --> 01:01:40,460 Hello? 661 01:01:45,620 --> 01:01:48,749 This time, he says he's the Taliban commander. 662 01:01:48,750 --> 01:01:50,929 He said the deadline has already passed. 663 01:01:50,930 --> 01:01:54,069 First he's a general, now he's a commander? 664 01:01:54,070 --> 01:01:55,939 Translate this word for word! 665 01:01:55,940 --> 01:01:58,520 If he calls one more time, he won't get away with it! 666 01:02:03,860 --> 01:02:06,320 My name is Park Sung-jin. 667 01:02:07,770 --> 01:02:09,979 Born August 1973. 668 01:02:09,980 --> 01:02:13,150 I live in Ojeong-dong, Bucheon. 669 01:02:15,690 --> 01:02:18,000 Mr. Park Sung-jin! 670 01:02:21,390 --> 01:02:24,269 Tell him it's a misunderstanding. We need more time! 671 01:02:24,270 --> 01:02:25,470 Translate now! 672 01:02:28,570 --> 01:02:30,899 Please meet these people's demands! 673 01:02:30,900 --> 01:02:32,570 Then we can live. 674 01:02:35,220 --> 01:02:36,769 Please save me! 675 01:02:36,770 --> 01:02:40,759 Whatever it takes, we will find a way to release the prisoners! 676 01:02:40,760 --> 01:02:42,010 Hurry! 677 01:02:49,600 --> 01:02:52,269 We gave enough time, but you kept wasting time. 678 01:02:52,270 --> 01:02:53,889 Hurry and tell them! 679 01:02:53,890 --> 01:02:57,929 I want to live! Please save me! 680 01:02:57,930 --> 01:03:01,690 Mr. Park, say "Nanawatai". 681 01:03:03,520 --> 01:03:06,020 Protection! Fairness! Mercy of the Pashtun people! 682 01:03:08,860 --> 01:03:10,980 - Allah is the Greatest! - No! 683 01:03:18,830 --> 01:03:22,059 Next time, bring me the right answer. 684 01:03:22,060 --> 01:03:24,220 The next deadline is tomorrow at 4 o'clock. 685 01:03:35,020 --> 01:03:38,220 Welcome, Minister. I'm Secretary Cha Min-yong. 686 01:03:45,900 --> 01:03:48,860 I'm ashamed to make you come so far, Minister. 687 01:03:50,410 --> 01:03:54,139 The Taliban have warned the Korean government that there will be further killings. 688 01:03:54,140 --> 01:03:57,069 In response, the Foreign Affairs minister 689 01:03:57,070 --> 01:04:00,519 has made a visit to the Afghan President Karzai. 690 01:04:00,520 --> 01:04:05,099 Will the Korean government's new negotiation strategy be able to satisfy the Taliban 691 01:04:05,100 --> 01:04:08,559 without causing any friction to the South Korean-Afghan relations, 692 01:04:08,560 --> 01:04:12,460 and effectively prevent the Taliban from further killings? 693 01:04:51,390 --> 01:04:54,160 Yes? 694 01:04:56,980 --> 01:04:58,689 What happened? 695 01:04:58,690 --> 01:05:00,690 They launched a military operation! 696 01:05:02,770 --> 01:05:05,570 What are you talking about? 697 01:05:07,270 --> 01:05:09,359 The military have mobilised in Ghazni, 698 01:05:09,360 --> 01:05:14,269 and there are concerns that the joint military exercise will provoke the Taliban... 699 01:05:14,270 --> 01:05:18,020 So this is the plan the Minister brought? 700 01:05:24,650 --> 01:05:27,479 Vice Minister. 701 01:05:27,480 --> 01:05:29,979 Is it true that we're launching a military operation? 702 01:05:29,980 --> 01:05:31,520 Just a normal operation. 703 01:05:33,010 --> 01:05:36,330 This is a sensitive time, it can provoke the Taliban! 704 01:05:36,420 --> 01:05:38,000 We need to stop this right now! 705 01:05:38,170 --> 01:05:41,570 How can we stop soldiers from training on the battlefield? 706 01:05:41,700 --> 01:05:42,899 It's not... 707 01:05:42,900 --> 01:05:44,990 We're preparing for the worst. 708 01:05:46,020 --> 01:05:49,109 If they kill any more hostages, 709 01:05:49,110 --> 01:05:51,099 there will be a rescue operation. 710 01:05:51,100 --> 01:05:56,149 Minister, the U.S. military's attacks in that area have failed for years! 711 01:05:56,150 --> 01:06:00,780 So should we just sit back and watch the hostages die? 712 01:06:01,850 --> 01:06:03,850 We're not done negotiating yet. 713 01:06:03,930 --> 01:06:08,279 President Karzai gave a final refusal to release the prisoners. 714 01:06:08,280 --> 01:06:09,529 What? 715 01:06:09,530 --> 01:06:14,239 Director Jeong, start packing. 716 01:06:14,240 --> 01:06:17,359 You've done enough. Your work is done here. 717 01:06:17,360 --> 01:06:19,950 - Minster! - I'll take care of it, so go home. 718 01:06:23,900 --> 01:06:26,949 Then what will happen to the captives? 719 01:06:26,950 --> 01:06:29,780 Minister! The U.S. Army commander is on the line. 720 01:06:49,610 --> 01:06:50,860 What did he say? 721 01:06:55,900 --> 01:06:58,070 How did it go? 722 01:07:00,360 --> 01:07:02,490 I've been ordered home. 723 01:07:02,700 --> 01:07:03,700 What? 724 01:07:06,790 --> 01:07:10,250 So you're just going to walk away? 725 01:07:11,700 --> 01:07:13,160 And the captives? 726 01:07:14,570 --> 01:07:16,949 You're going to let them die? 727 01:07:16,950 --> 01:07:19,970 Hey! 728 01:07:28,200 --> 01:07:32,819 I feel bad seeing you leave after all the trouble you went through. 729 01:07:32,820 --> 01:07:35,999 I'll come visit you when I'm back in Seoul. 730 01:07:36,000 --> 01:07:37,700 Thank you for your efforts. 731 01:07:41,250 --> 01:07:42,250 Great work. 732 01:07:44,180 --> 01:07:46,010 Let's hear what they have to say. 733 01:07:47,260 --> 01:07:50,680 Hong Mi-sook is my wife and a mother of two children. 734 01:07:51,950 --> 01:07:55,450 Please bring her back safely. 735 01:07:56,740 --> 01:08:00,440 Please help my wife Hong Mi-sook 736 01:08:01,890 --> 01:08:04,600 to return home safely. Please! 737 01:08:06,580 --> 01:08:10,370 Honey, you must be so tired. 738 01:08:12,700 --> 01:08:13,870 Hold on. 739 01:08:19,580 --> 01:08:24,039 Hello? This is Jeong Jae-ho from Afghanistan. 740 01:08:24,040 --> 01:08:25,909 I'd like to speak to the Chief Presidential Secretary. 741 01:08:25,910 --> 01:08:29,999 He's in a meeting now, so if you tell me... 742 01:08:30,000 --> 01:08:32,289 This is a very urgent matter, so please connect me. 743 01:08:32,290 --> 01:08:34,659 He can't answer the phone right now. 744 01:08:34,660 --> 01:08:37,659 If I don't talk to him now, you'll regret it! 745 01:08:37,660 --> 01:08:41,780 Director of Foreign Ministry? So what? 746 01:08:42,580 --> 01:08:44,539 Director Jeong, what is it? 747 01:08:44,540 --> 01:08:46,000 Mr. Secretary. 748 01:08:49,450 --> 01:08:52,039 Let me negotiate face-to-face with the Taliban. 749 01:08:52,040 --> 01:08:53,749 I'll try to persuade them myself. 750 01:08:53,750 --> 01:08:56,120 Did they change their conditions? 751 01:08:57,370 --> 01:09:03,750 No, but face-to-face negotiations are our last chance now. 752 01:09:07,450 --> 01:09:10,079 I know how you feel, 753 01:09:10,080 --> 01:09:13,660 but Minister Choi is there now, so follow his orders. 754 01:09:24,290 --> 01:09:27,200 Director, you'll be late for your flight. 755 01:10:12,360 --> 01:10:15,399 Hello! This is Jeong Jae-ho! 756 01:10:15,400 --> 01:10:17,110 This is the President. 757 01:10:18,040 --> 01:10:21,290 You really think there's a chance? 758 01:10:22,370 --> 01:10:27,870 Everyone says it's impossible. Is it possible? 759 01:10:29,990 --> 01:10:32,620 It's a long shot. 760 01:10:32,790 --> 01:10:36,919 But Mr. President, I can't give up. 761 01:10:36,920 --> 01:10:40,319 I'm told we can't guarantee your safety. 762 01:10:40,320 --> 01:10:43,329 Will you still go? 763 01:10:43,330 --> 01:10:44,330 Yes. 764 01:10:45,290 --> 01:10:47,250 You can come back alive? 765 01:10:48,540 --> 01:10:50,500 I'll try my best. 766 01:10:59,330 --> 01:11:01,459 My fellow Koreans. 767 01:11:01,460 --> 01:11:05,919 1 HOUR BEFORE DEADLINE You must be anxious at the news of a second victim 768 01:11:05,920 --> 01:11:12,749 among our people kidnapped by the Taliban in Afghanistan. 769 01:11:12,750 --> 01:11:18,579 I emphasize, we are willing to use any means possible 770 01:11:18,580 --> 01:11:23,289 to ensure the prompt and safe return of our citizens. 771 01:11:23,290 --> 01:11:26,420 Director Jeong, do you know what you've done? 772 01:11:27,620 --> 01:11:33,120 Our president just sent an open invitation to negotiate with the terrorists! 773 01:11:33,220 --> 01:11:37,350 You know better than anyone what a stain this is on our diplomacy! 774 01:11:38,630 --> 01:11:44,099 As far as I know, our first duty is to protect our citizens. 775 01:11:44,100 --> 01:11:47,930 If I am mistaken, please tell me. 776 01:11:49,930 --> 01:11:52,269 We have a message from the Taliban. 777 01:11:52,270 --> 01:11:54,219 The hostages are safe, 778 01:11:54,220 --> 01:11:56,640 and if we send a team, they'll negotiate with us. 779 01:11:59,720 --> 01:12:04,429 The expected point of contact is near Mijan, northeast of Kandahar Province. 780 01:12:04,430 --> 01:12:08,389 The U.S. military will provide protection up to the meeting spot. 781 01:12:08,390 --> 01:12:10,219 It's said they want 782 01:12:10,220 --> 01:12:14,309 $1M for a US prisoner, and $1.5M for an Italian photographer. 783 01:12:14,310 --> 01:12:16,349 We've got a lot of people. 784 01:12:16,350 --> 01:12:18,430 This is highly confidential. 785 01:12:22,444 --> 01:12:23,115 Thank you so much. 786 01:12:23,140 --> 01:12:24,390 KIDNAPPING LOCATION 787 01:12:25,310 --> 01:12:27,059 How many vehicles for that day? 788 01:12:27,060 --> 01:12:29,310 - Two cars, eight in total. - Okay. 789 01:12:38,310 --> 01:12:40,099 Javeed Nurul Haq. 790 01:12:40,100 --> 01:12:43,140 Considered a top-level terrorist even among the Taliban. 791 01:12:49,930 --> 01:12:53,560 It's a group that the CIA are keen to capture. 792 01:12:55,470 --> 01:12:58,849 This is quite terrible. 793 01:12:58,850 --> 01:13:02,220 He's a notorious figure even among the Taliban. 794 01:13:03,720 --> 01:13:05,470 Where's Abdul Kareem Qasim? 795 01:13:06,810 --> 01:13:09,060 - Where's Abdul Kareem Qasim? - I'm here! 796 01:13:15,390 --> 01:13:17,929 Dae-sik! 797 01:13:17,930 --> 01:13:18,930 Move! 798 01:13:20,470 --> 01:13:22,639 Dae-sik, buddy! 799 01:13:22,640 --> 01:13:24,680 Can you please get me out of here? 800 01:13:27,060 --> 01:13:30,099 No wonder I couldn't reach you. 801 01:13:30,100 --> 01:13:32,179 You couldn't stay out of trouble? 802 01:13:32,180 --> 01:13:34,600 It was a misunderstanding. 803 01:13:35,640 --> 01:13:37,059 Should I give you a chance to get out? 804 01:13:37,060 --> 01:13:41,139 Please. As a fellow Korean, please? 805 01:13:41,140 --> 01:13:44,270 - Then translate for me. - Of course, whatever you... 806 01:13:45,640 --> 01:13:46,930 Where are we going? 807 01:13:47,970 --> 01:13:49,810 - To the Taliban. - The Taliban? 808 01:13:54,430 --> 01:13:56,889 Have a safe trip. I'll just stay here. 809 01:13:56,890 --> 01:13:58,469 It's to save people. 810 01:13:58,470 --> 01:14:02,179 I should risk my life to save theirs? 811 01:14:02,180 --> 01:14:04,599 What nonsense. Bye! 812 01:14:04,600 --> 01:14:07,139 It's probably better than getting flogged. 813 01:14:07,140 --> 01:14:08,519 Flogged? 814 01:14:08,520 --> 01:14:11,939 Gambling, drinking, swindling. 815 01:14:11,940 --> 01:14:13,780 You did the full set. 816 01:14:14,590 --> 01:14:19,099 Under Sharia law, you'll get whipped dozens of times. 817 01:14:19,100 --> 01:14:20,560 Can you take that? 818 01:14:22,930 --> 01:14:25,430 It hurts. It already hurts. 819 01:14:26,930 --> 01:14:28,770 Let's talk outside. 820 01:14:29,770 --> 01:14:32,520 10 DAYS SINCE KIDNAPPING 821 01:14:47,290 --> 01:14:49,120 Are you ready? 822 01:14:55,000 --> 01:14:56,539 What? 823 01:14:56,540 --> 01:14:58,210 You being nice is awkward. 824 01:14:59,250 --> 01:15:01,330 Since I may never see you again. 825 01:15:04,370 --> 01:15:05,710 It's a joke. 826 01:15:07,670 --> 01:15:09,999 You know how to joke? 827 01:15:10,000 --> 01:15:12,460 Why aren't you wearing this? 828 01:15:13,790 --> 01:15:17,550 They'll think I'm scared. I won't give them the upper hand. 829 01:15:24,080 --> 01:15:28,230 Pride won't protect you from bullets. 830 01:15:33,830 --> 01:15:34,830 Thanks. 831 01:15:43,710 --> 01:15:45,920 No bathroom breaks during the negotiation. 832 01:15:49,880 --> 01:15:52,100 I can't even drink water? 833 01:17:00,870 --> 01:17:02,290 They're coming. 834 01:17:13,210 --> 01:17:15,249 I heard you were a church deacon. 835 01:17:15,250 --> 01:17:17,539 Why does that matter when I'm facing death? 836 01:17:17,540 --> 01:17:20,210 I'll pray to the local god. 837 01:17:36,080 --> 01:17:37,310 What is he saying? 838 01:17:39,170 --> 01:17:40,170 Go on. 839 01:17:40,830 --> 01:17:42,369 Huh? 840 01:17:42,370 --> 01:17:43,370 Go. 841 01:17:44,170 --> 01:17:45,170 Me? 842 01:17:46,750 --> 01:17:51,460 Why'd they have to come here and cause so much trouble? 843 01:17:59,040 --> 01:18:00,210 Will you be okay? 844 01:18:02,790 --> 01:18:03,790 With what? 845 01:18:05,000 --> 01:18:07,619 Not calling your family. 846 01:18:07,620 --> 01:18:11,820 Wow, you really must have wiretapped us. 847 01:18:17,500 --> 01:18:20,000 You know who I envy the most? 848 01:18:23,290 --> 01:18:25,750 Someone with a place to go back to. 849 01:18:33,120 --> 01:18:38,080 They said only the negotiator and interpreter can come. 850 01:18:40,670 --> 01:18:44,210 I don't think I need this. 851 01:18:46,710 --> 01:18:48,170 Let's go. 852 01:18:49,120 --> 01:18:50,120 Wait. 853 01:18:59,920 --> 01:19:02,670 Pop this with your molars in one bite. 854 01:19:13,830 --> 01:19:14,830 Hey. 855 01:19:17,040 --> 01:19:18,120 I'm good. 856 01:20:24,540 --> 01:20:26,419 Hey! Where are we going? 857 01:20:26,420 --> 01:20:28,169 Shut up. 858 01:20:28,170 --> 01:20:29,920 Where are we going? 859 01:20:40,670 --> 01:20:42,670 Director, how far are we going? 860 01:21:13,580 --> 01:21:19,079 I am Jeong Jae-ho, the negotiator representing the Korea government. 861 01:21:19,080 --> 01:21:22,460 I'm here to negotiate the hostage issue. 862 01:21:36,870 --> 01:21:38,500 He says it's nice to meet you. 863 01:21:47,580 --> 01:21:50,040 He asks if you brought the answer. 864 01:21:54,580 --> 01:21:57,420 What are you doing? These people are quick-tempered. 865 01:21:58,930 --> 01:22:03,140 First, ask them to show us the condition of the Koreans. 866 01:22:09,680 --> 01:22:11,890 - Bring the monitor. - Yes. 867 01:22:28,010 --> 01:22:31,339 He says now that you've checked, let's start talking. 868 01:22:31,340 --> 01:22:34,760 - There's one more thing. - What is it now? 869 01:22:40,970 --> 01:22:43,389 As I'm here on behalf of the Korean government, 870 01:22:43,390 --> 01:22:47,090 you should prove you are the leader of this negotiation. 871 01:23:00,010 --> 01:23:02,050 This guy is a bit particular. 872 01:23:07,890 --> 01:23:10,760 What can he do to make you believe him? 873 01:23:13,930 --> 01:23:16,389 Tell him to release three of the hostages first. 874 01:23:16,390 --> 01:23:18,390 - What? - Translate, now! 875 01:23:19,340 --> 01:23:20,840 Dammit, this... 876 01:23:29,050 --> 01:23:31,970 He says you're tricking them! 877 01:23:34,180 --> 01:23:38,510 If you let them go now, Muslims all over the world will be proud of you. 878 01:23:58,180 --> 01:24:00,549 He said he'll let two go. 879 01:24:00,550 --> 01:24:02,140 That it's a gift from Allah. 880 01:24:25,460 --> 01:24:27,489 Hold on. We have to check for explosives. 881 01:24:27,490 --> 01:24:28,789 What the hell are you saying? 882 01:24:28,790 --> 01:24:29,830 Over here! 883 01:24:35,430 --> 01:24:37,970 Oh, god! 884 01:24:38,800 --> 01:24:41,590 Ms. Kim Hye-young? Ms. Kim? 885 01:24:43,670 --> 01:24:45,119 Come here. 886 01:24:45,120 --> 01:24:46,430 Come here! 887 01:24:49,050 --> 01:24:50,050 Hello? 888 01:24:50,051 --> 01:24:51,470 How did it go? 889 01:24:52,970 --> 01:24:55,259 Kim Hye-young and Lee Jin-hee are safe with us. 890 01:24:55,260 --> 01:24:56,460 Okay. 891 01:25:04,720 --> 01:25:06,590 He says it's our turn. 892 01:25:11,720 --> 01:25:13,100 What are you doing? 893 01:25:14,550 --> 01:25:16,510 Come on, say something! 894 01:25:22,430 --> 01:25:24,300 There will be no release of prisoners. 895 01:25:27,890 --> 01:25:29,339 What? 896 01:25:29,340 --> 01:25:30,839 You said you brought the answer. 897 01:25:30,840 --> 01:25:32,839 This is our answer. 898 01:25:32,840 --> 01:25:35,800 If he wants to proceed, tell him to change the conditions. 899 01:25:37,140 --> 01:25:39,139 I can't. We'll die if I say that. 900 01:25:39,140 --> 01:25:41,509 What did he say? Tell us now! 901 01:25:41,510 --> 01:25:43,570 Okay, I'll tell you. 902 01:25:51,140 --> 01:25:53,890 This will only weaken your bargaining power! 903 01:26:11,430 --> 01:26:13,890 He said he'll do the negotiation his way. 904 01:26:19,180 --> 01:26:21,740 He told them to kill that woman. 905 01:26:26,510 --> 01:26:28,480 Sir, won't you do something? 906 01:26:47,430 --> 01:26:48,430 Stop! 907 01:26:51,720 --> 01:26:52,720 Wait. 908 01:27:00,520 --> 01:27:04,060 I will ask our government. 909 01:27:22,180 --> 01:27:27,389 They're changing their conditions. 910 01:27:27,390 --> 01:27:34,680 He said to free all Taliban prisoners by midnight tonight. 911 01:27:36,640 --> 01:27:39,799 Let me confirm that. 912 01:27:39,800 --> 01:27:44,179 All of the Taliban prisoners? 913 01:27:44,180 --> 01:27:45,410 That's correct. 914 01:27:46,140 --> 01:27:47,640 If we don't, 915 01:27:49,980 --> 01:27:51,640 they'll kill a hostage 916 01:27:52,930 --> 01:27:54,350 every hour. 917 01:27:56,180 --> 01:27:57,560 300 prisoners? 918 01:27:58,730 --> 01:28:02,930 They had no intention of negotiating in the first place. 919 01:28:05,110 --> 01:28:06,830 Let's go to Bagram Air Base. 920 01:28:09,020 --> 01:28:10,559 Please wait a little longer! 921 01:28:10,560 --> 01:28:12,599 Who do you think you are? 922 01:28:12,600 --> 01:28:15,099 We sent Jeong Jae-ho as our negotiator! 923 01:28:15,100 --> 01:28:18,479 Shouldn't we give him that slim chance and wait? 924 01:28:18,480 --> 01:28:21,640 If we start bombing now, the negotiator is in most danger. 925 01:28:35,850 --> 01:28:39,100 I think it's time, why aren't they calling? 926 01:28:43,890 --> 01:28:44,890 They won't. 927 01:28:46,180 --> 01:28:48,850 Why? Wait a minute... 928 01:28:54,670 --> 01:28:58,679 They said the Korean government broke off the negotiation. What'll happen to us? 929 01:28:58,680 --> 01:29:01,220 We never should have given them a chance! 930 01:29:02,180 --> 01:29:03,560 You tricked us. 931 01:29:06,810 --> 01:29:07,810 No! 932 01:29:15,470 --> 01:29:18,179 The Allies have launched a military campaign. 933 01:29:18,180 --> 01:29:19,890 What? 934 01:29:34,100 --> 01:29:35,309 He said to stop lying. 935 01:29:35,310 --> 01:29:38,980 They've got 21 hostages, so the Allies can't carry out a rescue operation. 936 01:29:41,640 --> 01:29:44,519 Why did he say 21? Two got released, it should be 19... 937 01:29:44,520 --> 01:29:47,140 This isn't a rescue operation, this is a mop-up operation! 938 01:29:54,550 --> 01:29:58,930 The U.S. and Afghan forces just needed an excuse to level this place. 939 01:30:01,560 --> 01:30:02,849 When the operation starts, 940 01:30:02,850 --> 01:30:08,180 the hostages, you and your men, and us too will all die! 941 01:30:10,100 --> 01:30:14,810 Are a few of your men more important than saving many lives? 942 01:30:18,340 --> 01:30:24,370 You yourself provided the excuse for this bombing. Know that! 943 01:30:37,160 --> 01:30:38,910 I know what you are thinking. 944 01:30:40,090 --> 01:30:43,379 You come here to save those people. 945 01:30:43,380 --> 01:30:46,100 You don't just let them be killed. 946 01:30:47,500 --> 01:30:50,150 Tell your government to stop the attack. 947 01:30:53,990 --> 01:30:55,439 We don't have the power. 948 01:30:55,440 --> 01:30:57,129 Koreans aren't our guests. 949 01:30:57,130 --> 01:30:59,309 You sent the troops here! 950 01:30:59,310 --> 01:31:01,819 You are an extremely rich country. 951 01:31:01,820 --> 01:31:03,610 You can do whatever you want. 952 01:31:07,290 --> 01:31:09,379 You may be a good commander, 953 01:31:09,380 --> 01:31:12,960 but you are nothing as a negotiator. 954 01:31:13,960 --> 01:31:15,910 You know your biggest mistake? 955 01:31:17,430 --> 01:31:19,280 You overestimated us. 956 01:31:36,890 --> 01:31:38,969 Allah is the only god. 957 01:31:38,970 --> 01:31:42,220 Muhammad... Muhammad is the only prophet. 958 01:32:02,380 --> 01:32:05,339 It's the price of breaking down this deal. 959 01:32:05,340 --> 01:32:07,680 I will send you the hell first! 960 01:32:11,750 --> 01:32:15,299 The only way to stop the bombing is to tell them we have a deal. 961 01:32:15,300 --> 01:32:17,609 We are not afraid of American missiles! 962 01:32:17,610 --> 01:32:18,959 Time is on our side. 963 01:32:18,960 --> 01:32:20,319 So is Allah. 964 01:32:20,320 --> 01:32:23,079 Eventually, we are going to win this war. 965 01:32:23,080 --> 01:32:25,259 Why take things so far? 966 01:32:25,260 --> 01:32:26,879 You know better than anyone, 967 01:32:26,880 --> 01:32:29,180 the prisoner exchange is impossible! 968 01:32:29,830 --> 01:32:31,300 Why do you think? 969 01:32:34,740 --> 01:32:35,800 Money. 970 01:32:36,890 --> 01:32:39,230 Money? You have insulted us! 971 01:32:42,720 --> 01:32:43,720 Take him out! 972 01:32:46,850 --> 01:32:47,910 Take him too! 973 01:32:49,430 --> 01:32:53,930 He told them to take me too! Director, what do I do? 974 01:33:00,640 --> 01:33:02,350 These American bastards! 975 01:33:03,140 --> 01:33:04,470 Allah is the Greatest! 976 01:33:30,770 --> 01:33:32,200 50 million. 977 01:33:39,320 --> 01:33:40,390 40. 978 01:33:42,520 --> 01:33:43,580 20. 979 01:34:06,050 --> 01:34:09,980 Remember, Afghanistan is the graveyard of empires. 980 01:34:14,400 --> 01:34:16,499 Send all the troops home. 981 01:34:16,500 --> 01:34:19,900 Make all Koreans leave Afghanistan in a month, for good. 982 01:34:21,300 --> 01:34:22,390 Okay? 983 01:34:26,110 --> 01:34:27,239 Okay. 984 01:34:27,240 --> 01:34:29,589 Never set your foot again in this country, 985 01:34:29,590 --> 01:34:30,670 Korean. 986 01:35:01,260 --> 01:35:02,639 Hello? 987 01:35:02,640 --> 01:35:04,489 The negotiation is done. 988 01:35:04,490 --> 01:35:06,679 They'll release all the hostages. 989 01:35:06,680 --> 01:35:08,550 Call the Americans. 990 01:35:09,300 --> 01:35:10,720 Good work! 991 01:35:14,500 --> 01:35:15,750 Director Jeong? 992 01:35:17,810 --> 01:35:20,480 Nice work everyone. We've reached a deal! 993 01:35:37,970 --> 01:35:41,140 You can go back to Korea now. 994 01:35:45,640 --> 01:35:46,640 Thank you. 995 01:36:18,750 --> 01:36:21,550 I take back my comment on you being a dweeb. 996 01:36:26,510 --> 01:36:27,669 Great work. 997 01:36:27,670 --> 01:36:29,929 No, thank you. 998 01:36:29,930 --> 01:36:34,180 I really wouldn't have been able to do it without you. 999 01:36:39,510 --> 01:36:40,640 What's this? 1000 01:36:44,830 --> 01:36:46,759 They said one has to stay behind. 1001 01:36:46,760 --> 01:36:49,679 What are they talking about? 1002 01:36:49,680 --> 01:36:53,339 They guaranteed our safety up to here, 1003 01:36:53,340 --> 01:36:55,419 so they want to ensure their safety too. 1004 01:36:55,420 --> 01:36:57,450 We're done negotiating, what is this? 1005 01:37:00,630 --> 01:37:04,000 He said if we don't do it, no one can leave here. 1006 01:37:15,960 --> 01:37:20,170 I'm the representative of this negotiation, so I'll stay. 1007 01:37:27,420 --> 01:37:35,210 Then as the person in charge, lead them safely back to Korea. 1008 01:37:37,670 --> 01:37:39,210 It's my turn now. 1009 01:37:44,290 --> 01:37:48,170 Don't worry. My luck is good. 1010 01:37:53,710 --> 01:37:54,910 I will stay. 1011 01:37:56,710 --> 01:37:58,080 Let him go. 1012 01:38:03,790 --> 01:38:04,960 Get it together! 1013 01:38:06,330 --> 01:38:07,920 Be sure to see the director off. 1014 01:38:09,250 --> 01:38:11,880 You did well, Lee Bong-han. Go. 1015 01:38:16,220 --> 01:38:18,340 Take care of yourself, brother. 1016 01:39:18,510 --> 01:39:22,799 "If I break this agreement and disclose anything about my work here, 1017 01:39:22,800 --> 01:39:25,510 I agree to be punished according to the law..." 1018 01:39:26,860 --> 01:39:28,360 Pretty straightforward, right? 1019 01:39:39,540 --> 01:39:40,540 Thank you. 1020 01:39:46,380 --> 01:39:51,010 We work ourselves to death, and are left with nothing. 1021 01:39:53,630 --> 01:39:56,599 21 people came back alive. 1022 01:39:56,600 --> 01:39:57,720 That's true. 1023 01:40:03,850 --> 01:40:09,309 The 21 former hostages abducted in Afghanistan on September 19 1024 01:40:09,310 --> 01:40:11,859 have just landed at Incheon Int'I Airport. 1025 01:40:11,860 --> 01:40:14,649 The safety of one anonymous team member 1026 01:40:14,650 --> 01:40:19,979 who remained with the Taliban after the deal has also been confirmed. 1027 01:40:19,980 --> 01:40:26,310 This marks an end to the largest hostage crisis in Korea's history. 1028 01:40:31,190 --> 01:40:33,650 3 MONTHS LATER 1029 01:40:34,770 --> 01:40:37,979 The Minister's at the press conference, but we still haven't figured it out? 1030 01:40:37,980 --> 01:40:40,860 What do you even do? Find out now! 1031 01:40:44,230 --> 01:40:45,559 Hello, who is this? 1032 01:40:45,560 --> 01:40:48,769 You didn't go to Washington? 1033 01:40:48,770 --> 01:40:50,320 Or maybe you couldn't? 1034 01:40:51,560 --> 01:40:53,020 Park Dae-sik? 1035 01:40:54,610 --> 01:40:56,229 You son of a... 1036 01:40:56,230 --> 01:40:58,810 So quick to swear at me! 1037 01:40:59,030 --> 01:41:00,529 Where are you now? 1038 01:41:00,530 --> 01:41:02,779 Why didn't you call? 1039 01:41:02,780 --> 01:41:05,699 You know how worried I was? You weren't hurt? 1040 01:41:05,700 --> 01:41:08,370 I told you. My luck is good. 1041 01:41:09,830 --> 01:41:12,329 Is that Director Jeong? Me, me! 1042 01:41:12,330 --> 01:41:16,069 Hold on, someone wants to say hi. 1043 01:41:16,070 --> 01:41:17,369 Huh? 1044 01:41:17,370 --> 01:41:19,029 Director Jeong... 1045 01:41:19,030 --> 01:41:20,909 Salaam! Have you been well? 1046 01:41:20,910 --> 01:41:23,449 Oh, Qasim! Lee Bong-han! 1047 01:41:23,450 --> 01:41:27,229 There must really be no one there. Working with Qasim again? 1048 01:41:27,230 --> 01:41:30,980 Last time in Afghanistan, I don't think I got fully paid... 1049 01:41:32,080 --> 01:41:33,080 You little... 1050 01:41:33,780 --> 01:41:36,150 Director Jeong, come quickly. 1051 01:41:37,450 --> 01:41:41,489 Anyway, take care of yourselves. Let's get in touch soon. 1052 01:41:41,490 --> 01:41:43,159 Take care and... 1053 01:41:43,160 --> 01:41:47,240 I won't say see you later. Don't want to get into another mess. 1054 01:41:52,780 --> 01:41:53,950 Park Dae-sik. 1055 01:41:55,650 --> 01:41:58,869 Everyone has a place to go back to. 1056 01:41:58,870 --> 01:41:59,910 You know, right? 1057 01:42:04,580 --> 01:42:08,330 Peace be upon you. 1058 01:42:16,830 --> 01:42:20,159 Did he say he'll pay? No? 1059 01:42:20,160 --> 01:42:22,280 Always talking about money... 1060 01:42:23,330 --> 01:42:25,159 Let's go! 1061 01:42:25,160 --> 01:42:29,239 At 8:43 a.m. today, our government confirmed 1062 01:42:29,240 --> 01:42:33,869 that Marine Star 1 from Dongin Shipping Co. Of Busan 1063 01:42:33,870 --> 01:42:37,989 was kidnapped in waters off the Indian Ocean, 1064 01:42:37,990 --> 01:42:43,159 300 km from the port of Kismayo, Somalia. 1065 01:42:43,160 --> 01:42:48,779 The hijacked ship carrying a total of 25 people 1066 01:42:48,780 --> 01:42:51,029 is believed to have been hijacked 1067 01:42:51,030 --> 01:42:54,200 by Somali pirates armed with portable rockets. 1068 01:42:55,120 --> 01:42:59,619 We are holding an emergency diplomatic and security meeting 1069 01:42:59,620 --> 01:43:01,699 to discuss countermeasures, 1070 01:43:01,700 --> 01:43:05,950 and a response team will be sent as soon as possible. 1071 01:43:09,160 --> 01:43:11,490 HWANG JUNG-MIN 1072 01:43:14,080 --> 01:43:16,830 HYUN BIN 1073 01:43:19,120 --> 01:43:22,330 KANG KI-YOUNG, LEE SEONG-CHUL, JUNG JAE-SUNG 1074 01:43:24,120 --> 01:43:27,200 PARK HYOUNG-SOO, AHN CHANG-HWAN, JEON SEONG-WOO 1075 01:43:29,030 --> 01:43:31,910 DIRECTED BY YIM SOON-RYE