All language subtitles for Lights and Shadows E08

Here we go... and...

There.

- 15 cents.
- Here, here.

- Here.
- Here.

Wait, wait. And here.

Both ends.

Here we go.

You sure you're not cheating?

Cheating, he says! You all saw it, didn't you?

Do it again.

Well, well, still pouting when you lose to a street grifter?

Who said that?

Long time, Mr. Shin.

I hoped we would meet again,
but I never dreamed it would be here.

Out of the way!

Move!

Stay back!

Stay back!

What's the idea?

Let go.

Let go, let go of me.

Let go. C'mon, this is embarrassing, just let go.

Be grateful there's a crowd or you'd be bleeding.

I can guess how you feel...

I can explain.

But it's cold. Let's go somewhere.

I know a great seafood place.

We'll have a drink and find a way to clear all this up.

Really, I can explain, I can!

You misunderstand me. You really think
I want to hear your excuses?

Don't think you can talk your way out of this.

I can't afford that right now.

Fine, fine, let's just go, okay?

Wow.

Have some, it will warm you up.

Why did you take off?

You really don't know?

How could I possibly know?

Now, now, easy, big boy. What good is
getting all worked up, huh?

After our first show,

I went to our rooms and got hauled off to see your assemblyman.

Jang Cholhwan?

Mm, that's him, Jang Cholhwan.

I figured he wanted to meet our opening act.

Local bigwigs like
the pretty little singers.

But that wasn't it. He told me to get out of Sunyang.

He said the show broke election laws
and if I didn't beat it he'd lock me up.

What could I do?

I figured you'd know why I had to
skedaddle when it all blew up.

Am I wrong?

You're right as far as it goes,
but you should have said something.

I notice it didn't stop you from keeping
the advance and box office receipts.

- That's--
- And! If you're so pure...

why take off when you see me?

You know you're in the wrong,
that's why.

- No, see--
- Never mind all that.

Just pay what you owe from the advance and the receipts.

Now? That's absurd.

Absurd?

Maybe the cops should decide what is or isn't absurd?

Now, now, just take it easy.

All right, I feel bad about the money, too, so let's talk it over, okay?

I remember you were interested in show business.

Let's consider the advance and receipts as your initial investment.

And for another, oh, $500, we're in business, how's that sound?

I swear.

This is a steal, really, but since I like you--

Sorry.

I'm not the manager of the theater.

We're bankrupt and I'm flat busted.

So shut up and pay me.

Um...

I hate to have to say this...

but when you're broke, money is everything.

I'll do anything to get what's owed me.

You can't get blood from a stone.

I'm broke, too.

Oh, man.

Suhyok.

You asked about Lee Jonghye. She was
orphaned at the start of the Korean War.

Orphaned?

Yes, right next to your hometown, Sunyang. The Muryong Orphanage.

She finished high school and came to Seoul.

She worked at a record company, as a movie extra, a singer...

then as a showgirl for
the Vietnam troops.

This has her address, known associates... and photos.

Photos? Where did you find this?

Don't ask. You need your own intelligence network.

May I ask who she is?

Oolala. Your girlfriend, sir?

No.

She should be. She's pretty.

Have you finished the typing I gave you?

No, sir.

I need it before you leave.

Yes, sir.

They said on the radio all you need is an antenna for the TV. And the stereo.

No. Leave them in the boxes.

Why? You've always wanted a nice stereo.

Why do you think? Taesong has picked us clean for years.

That's nothing. You going to settle for his scraps?

I never thought of it as him picking us clean.

Or of helping him to get something later.

So don't talk like a debt collector.

I don't know where this all came from. I can't just take it.

Like we're in a position to pick and choose?

We should take what we can get at this point.

I'll take care of us.

With what? The job Sunae lined up for you?

Whatever it is, I want in.

You just keep working with Gyongsuk at the salon.

Soooo frustrating.

I have to admit it, she's right.

However he got that stuff, it could come back to bite us.

Okay, no TV or stereo, but there's the box with makeup and coffee...

Should we?

The job the other night. Can you set it up again?

You'll do it?

I have no choice.

I haven't had anything steady since Vietnam.

And who knows when we'll get a gig.

I understand. Wait here.

You mind?

Hey, it's Sunae.

You know the girl I sent before? Want to give her another shot?

Oh.

Fine. I see.

No go. The guy that turned you away before said they can't use you.

Huh?

I don't know how you got there... but don't come back.

How can I pay you back when I'm broke?

Show business is the only business I know.

I'll pay you when we get a gig.
Be patient.

How can I trust you?

If you don't trust me, follow the show and I'll pay you when I can.

When are you playing?

Soon.

How soon?

How soo...?

If you're curious, come and keep an eye on me at the teahouse.

That's me. There really is no business like show business.

You're the same, I think. What does money matter if you're committed?

Give it a shot.

Sir, did you hear about Yang Taesong?

What about him?

He's back from Vietnam.

What?

It's me. Taesong's back.

Yeah. Get the boys and pick him up.

I want him here before curfew.

Yang Taesong...

Oh, jeez.

Get in. Well? Get in.

Where did you get the car?

I bought it, of course.

I wanted a new one, but time was tight, so I got this used.

What were you up to in Vietnam? Where did you get the money for this?

You used to smirk when I said you only get one shot at life.

See? I got my shot. And I took it.

Doing what exactly?

In Saigon there's a great market for American munitions.

You were there, you know how bad it is.

It's nothing to me who wins or loses, so long as they all pay.

I risked my life on the black market.

Once a man faces death, he doesn't fear anything.

I cut a few big deals and made a bundle.

After that, I made it hand over fist.

That's how I took my shot.

Get in. We'll get something to eat. Get in, c'mon.

What will you do now?

Get back at everyone that messed with me.

Then I'll follow my dream.

What dream?

Don't you know?

To hold Chungmuro in the palm of my hand?

I'll be the biggest producer in Korea.

I'll be making movies soon, just you wait.

Movies fail every day. It's a sucker's bet.

Have you heard a word I said? This is my shot.

Eat, eat.

Hey, Yang Taesong.

I can see the reports of your death in Vietnam... were exaggerated.

What do you want?

Sangtaek wants to see you.

I was planning to pay him a visit, he didn't need you thugs.

This is a nice place. Let's keep this quiet.

Taesong.

Relax. I'm not the old Taesong.

Come on.

- Hey.
- Ma'am?

- You want something?
- Sure. Tea water.

You've already had three cups. You should at least order coffee.

I will, I will, but for now, water.

What are you doing?

Jeez.

Well?

Waiting for you.

Me? Why?

Mm-hm. You forget? You told me to keep an eye on you.

So you're just going to knock around here?

I've got time on my hands.

The waitress says you have a tab. Mind cutting me in on that?

We'll deduct it from what you owe me.

If you like.

Eggs and coffee. On Shin's tab.

What? Wait--

What's he want? Not the money from a year ago?

I know. But he caught up with me somehow. I swear.

Whoa, nice. You run a tab here, too?

Well, yea-a-ah...

You're well known around here.

You run your business out of the teahouse.

Play Go-Stop here at the Chinese place and shoot pool across the street.

Right?

You're well-informed.

That was good. I'll head out. See you tomorrow.

He's cute, I'll give him that.

What? Cute? Date Mr. Cute then.

You jealous?

Jealous? Not likely.

Yes, sir?

Mm. Sit.

You seeing Mr. Hyon with Taeyang Records?

How did you know? You having me watched?

I don't have to. Whatever you do gets back to me.

So?

I asked him to introduce me to Bang Chunsu. I want one of his songs.

You think you can decide that without consulting me?

What is it with you lately? You laughing at me?

Now listen to me.

I've put up with a lot, but it's not forever.

Push me too far and you're through.

Everything you've achieved could be gone, you got that?

You'll never be free of me.

So don't tick me off again, got that?

Yang Taesong?

Do you think you can come with us?

Where?

You'll see.

You lost your senses?

Who do you think you're talking to?

Sir... sir!

What is all this?

Take him.

Let go. I'm No Sangtaek!

Kneel.

Long time, "sir".

Sleazy little... what do you think you're up to? You got a death wish?

I see you still don't know how things are.

I'm not close to death. You are.

Bonggu, what is this?
Something you ate?

Hey, hey now, they ate my cash.

And it agreed with them very well.

It's the way of the world. Money buys loyalty.

Bums..!

See, I could send you to prison.

But I wanted a little payback first.

To pay you back 1,000 times for what you did to me.

Still staring? I'll teach you!

There. All done.

Wha--? You sure you're a hairstylist?

What, I look like a barber to you?

I look like a plum tree here.

What? A plum tree?

Mouthy little... show some respect to your elders.

You mouthed off first.

Look at my hair, can you blame me?

This is a small place, but we're still people.

She used to work in Myeongdong.

Sure she did. Ri-i-ight.

You old hag..!

What's going on?

I'm going crazy, that's what.

I'm the one going crazy here, like you care!

Oh... You hear that?

Wait...

Ma'am, you may not know it, but she's an excellent hairstylist.

Aren't you... a singer?

You know me?

Ah, right, right, you played the Sunyang Theater, didn't you?

Yes. A year ago.

We owned the Sunyang Theater. I saw your performance.

You're Mr. Kang's mother?

You know my Kitae?

- Kitae.
- Oh, hey.

What's going on?

I saw Shin Jonggu.

Huh? Where is the welcher?

Who's he?

He pulled a fast one on Kitae.

You've got to get your money back.

You could buy a house with what he owes you.

We can't get it now. But if we play our cards right...

this may be our chance.

For what?

Showbiz.

Showbiz? You mentioned that in Sunyang. What show exactly?

- It's cold. Let's go somewhere.
- Okay.

You remember? How the Bitnara Show in Sunyang knocked me off my feet?

Sure. It was like fate or something.

I've started feeling that way again.

I want to put on a show.

How can you? You're broke.

What's worse, I don't know anything about the business.

So I figure I'll use the money as an excuse to learn the ropes from Shin.

- Sounds fun.
- Fun's got nothin' to do with it.

Dongchol's right. No talent, no money, no training, what can I do?

How can I get the Sunyang Theater back?

By being a showman. I don't know why, but I'm sure this is the road for me.

Stage, screen, I know it's for me.

Sir.

What?

No Sangtaek with Seven Stars has been arrested.

- What?
- What for?

You know how he sent performers to Vietnam?

Some of them weren't entertainers.

He pocketed his ill-gotten gains, so to speak.

This is Yang's doing.

I thought he was kidding about locking up No Sangtaek, but he meant it.

Taesong's a creepy guy.

Hold on, then that means...

and you stick it in like this....

Hey, Johnny. Come here.

What? What's going on?

No Sangtaek's been arrested.

What? Then Yang Taesong really--

First, find out about Choi Songwon's show.

They'll be hurting with No Sangtaek out of the picture.

They need a manager's license.

That's what I'm saying. Look into it.

Let's go.

I hate to do it to him, but Sangtaek's bad luck may be the chance of a lifetime.

We may even get Chaeyong.

Yeah.

Have the troupe members clear their schedules.

Yes, sir.

Thank you, thank you. Miss..?

Kang. Kang Myonghi. I only just started.

I thought I hadn't seen you before.

My mother's a huge fan.

And you're not?

Of course. And.... you've been to our house.

I have?

In Sunyang. We owned the Sunyang Theater.

Ah, with the red lipstick. I remember.

She's your mother.

Babydoll, you've heard about my show at the civic center?

I'll send you and your mother some passes.

- Thank you.
- Not at all.

Mm-mm-mm. Such a waste.

Songwon. Songwon, Songwon, did you hear about Mr. No?

What about him?

He's been arrested.

Huh? Y-you're sure?

Won't that put a hitch in your show?

You'd better find out.

Why now?

I saw Choi Songwon today.

Really? Where?

He came in for a fitting.

Did you tell him we'd met before?

Of course.

You did? Did he remember me?

He's sending us passes to his civic center show. He said to bring you.

- Really?
- Mm-hm.

Is it an exclusive show?

I think so. With Yu Chaeyong as special guest.

Oh, that reminds me.

I saw the singer from the Bitnara Show today.

You remember,
she was the opening act.

Lee Jonghye.

Where was this?

The salon by the market. She's friends with the owner.

I don't think she's singing much these days.

So... Choi Songwon remembered me?

- Mm-hm.
- Hee-hee!

Whew.

- Lee Jonghye?
- Yes.

- This way.
- All right.

Miss Lee.

How did you..?

Do you have a moment?

Su...

Allow me to introduce myself.

Cha Suhyok.

I was hoping to see you again.

Why did you do it? Why did you send me away?

That place...

I know what kind of place that is.

But what does that matter to you?

Sending me away, forbidding me to return?

What's it matter to you what I do or don't do?

I can help you to find other work.

I'm desperate for work, it's true,
but I hate going into anything blind.

And it's none of your business what I do.

I'm...

I'm interested... in you.

We met only briefly in Sunyang,
but I've thought of you now and then.

I didn't even know your name,
but I was sure we'd meet again someday.

And sure enough, there you were at Gungjeong.

I found you today to tell you that.

This is so sudden. I don't know what to say.

I have plans and until I achieve them...

there's no room in my life for anything else.

If you'll excuse me.

- Welcome.
- Welcome.

Is there a problem with the Bitnara Show?

I'm not sure. But I get the feeling they're going on tour.

Tour?

They've sent for everyone in the troupe.

Well, hello again.

We're all one big happy family.

Don't let me interrupt.

Family? Says who?

I owe you, that's it,
so hush up and get lost.

Oh, the pains of unrequited love.

So when does the show open?

You'll know when I tell you. Now will you scoot?

Sure. Sure, sure.

What was that?

Never mind.

First, I'll go have a word with No Sangtaek. You just do your parts.

Yes, sir.

Welcome.

- Kitae.
- What's going on?

They've got a show.

- What do we do?
- Nothing much. Wait and join in.

They won't mind?

Sure they will, but so what? We'll push our way in.

- Gyesun?
- She got a call and took off.

- That your boyfriend?
- Who?

That guy you were talking to.

You saw?

Yeah. Good-looking. Clean cut. So?

I don't know him.

Why did you walk off with him?

I just did.

Jonghye, Bitnara has a show.

Really?

Uh-huh. Subong called. I'm getting ready to go.

Whew. At last we can breathe.

Old friend, look at you in here...

What? Come to enjoy the show?

Oh, you wound me, I'm hurt, really.

Anyway, thanks for coming.

Anything you want, anything you need, just say the word.

It will be hard to put Choi Songwon's show on from in here.

I'd take it as a kindness if you took over. And looked after Chaeyong.

Of course. Don't worry, old friend.

I'll take care of it.

And if you see Yang, tell him this.

I'm inside now, but I'll be out sooner than he thinks.

Tell him to live it up while he can. And wait for me.

Tell him that from me.

Sure, sure, I'll tell him.

Oh?

Long time.

He's waiting. Please.

I read over your proposal. You've picked up a lot in a short time.

If we can import and distribute foreign films,

we should see significant capital gains.

I've had a word with Cultural Affairs.

They'll make sure things run smoothly.

See that Mr. Jo has everything he needs.

Yes, sir.

You came all the way to Seoul. We should have a drink.

Sir? I confess I was hoping.

You'll find the Seoul ladies much lovelier than your local girls.

You helped me get here. You were right to hope.

Call Miss Yun.

Sir.

Well?

Yes. Much better.

And refined.

- A drink.
- Thank you, sir.

Mr. Yang.

- Ah, send him in.
- Sir.

I'm honored you called for me.

Sit.

I've only known him a short time, but he knows something of the movie business.

I thought you two should meet.

We're neighbors. Muryong.

Mr. Jo runs the Sunyang Theater.

Yang Taesong.

Jo Myongguk.

I see you're my senior. Allow me to call you "sir".

With my backing, I expect you two to dominate the film industry.

The phone, sir.

- In private, please.
- Of course.

It's me. Do you know a Yang Taesong?

How do you know him?

What's he like?

Watch yourself. He's vicious and sneaky.

Sir.

At your service, sir. Please think of me as your man.

"My man?" I hate your type.

You don't' know me.
Don't act like you do.

- Hey.
- There's the pretty girls.

No one's here yet.

- Oh.
- Oh.

What brings you here?

Oh, well, I'm meeting someone.

I see.

It's been a while. Mind if I sit?

Sure.

Well? Sit?

Um, thanks.

You know what? We saw your mom.

Ah, so I heard.

But weren't you the richest family in Sunyang?

Why is your mother using a second-rate shop?

- Ahem. (Would you hush?)
- Ouch.

We lost it all and moved to Seoul.

I don't run the theater anymore.

If things work out, I'll be in the same family as you.

How could you and we...

You'll see.

If you'll excuse me.

What was that about, I wonder?

Sundok.

Sundok.

Worthless little... answer me!

Where's Sundok? What are you doing here?

I sent her to the market. We're making your favorite, crab soup.

You're an odd one.

- No one asked you to--
- I wanted to.

I don't care what you want.

- It makes me uncomfortable.
- Don't say that, please.

I owe so much to you and the late Mr. Kang.

You took us in, helped Suhyok all those years.

It wouldn't be right if I didn't feel beholden.

Just call on me like you did in the old days.

That successful son of yours won't stand for it.

And I won't stand for any of his lip.

You relax while I make dinner.

- Sir.
- What?

If we land this show, is there a part for me?

You?

Give me a chance.

Would you pay money to look at your ugly mug?

Why not? People say I'm like a rugged

Na Hun-ah or a baby-faced Choi Hee-joon.

If you sang like Na Hun-ah, forget rugged,

you could be ragged and no one would care.

And Choi Hee-joon is a Seoul Law School graduate.

There's no comparison, none.

Like I don't have enough to do, I have to deal with you?

Girls, if you're warmed up, let's run through it.

Why even bother?

Are you blind?

So... um... well?

I asked around. It will be tough.

Oh my God. So all my work, my money, poof, gone?

Can't you do anything?

Hey, I'm Shin Jonggu.

If I can't fix it, no one can.

Trust to luck and leave it to me.

How can I when I've invested everything?

There may be one way to recoup your losses.

What's that?

Let's go somewhere quiet.

Go on tour?

I was opening at the Civic Center and THAT'S your solution?

Relax, just hear me out.

We'll play in Suncheon, Yosu, Mokpo, Kwangju...

Chunju, Kunsan, Iri... the whole Cholla Province.

Don't you know we do better box office in Cholla than anywhere else?

Such a troubled area. They love to forget their troubles and watch a show.

After you wow them on stage... movie people will be banging down your door.

Why? Cause films do great box office in Cholla, too.

And casting directors will know people in Cholla want you.

Here's your chance to kill two birds with one stone.

Cancelling this Seoul show isn't a catastrophe.

It's the chance of a lifetime.

Oh, you! Well?

He's going on tour with us.

Good. But he didn't suspect what you're up to?

How could he? Don't worry.

What's that?

I got something for Chaeyong. Come on, we'll be late.

It's a shame about Mr. No, but it doesn't have to affect you.

We're touring Cholla Province. Come with us.

I visited him in prison. He was adamant about my looking out for you.

We'll make sure you get star treatment.

I'll think about it.

I know we're flailing blindly here,

but shouldn't we have someone inside the troupe?

Someone?

- Yeah. To keep an eye on Shin.
- He means a spy.

How much cash you got?

10 cents.

A dollar.

Call.

See your dollar. Raise you $5. Put up or shut up.

Oh, jeez, five..?

Fold.

- I fold.
- Fold.

You fold and all I've got is 38?

Should you gutless wonders be gambling?

Argh, I can't believe you.

- You bluffed! And I had a pair.
- Bluffed?

- Me? So did you.
- Deal 'em again.

Hey, we meet again.

What do you want?

We're all passing the time. Let's pass it together.

We heard you're broke. You got any cash?

You kidding? Broke or not, I've always got enough to play cards.

Sit. Jump right in.

The winner doesn't share, just so you know.

Here.

10 cents.

1

Call.

Whew.

I'll raise that.

Fold.

- Ugh, ugh, ugh.
- Johnny.

Let's get a drink. On me.

You rubbing it in? Liquor's a bad idea.

Here. Share the wealth.

That's too much.

But thanks.

Mom! I'm home.

Oh, listen, Suhyok called.

Suhyok?

Mm-hm. Here. You can reach him there.

That guy.

Look at you now, Mr. Big Shot.

I couldn't get in a place like this. It's all thanks to Mr. Jang.

So, they keeping you busy?

Busy enough. Hey, I thought you'd call me.

Sorry. It's hard work, being unemployed.

Heh. You haven't changed.

Were you...

Never mind.

Was I what?

It's nothing. How's Myongguk? You hear from him?

Now and then.

Do Myongguk and Jang Cholhwan have some kind of arrangement?

Arrangement?

Oh, I don't know, it just seems they're connected somehow.

I wouldn't know. What about you?

What did I just say? I'm busy loafing.

And who's this?

I thought you were through for the day.

Something came up.

Rude as ever, I see.

I'm polite to those that deserve it.

I recall quite vividly how you told me we'll see who's on his back.

Well? I'm still waiting.

It's like I said.

It will be when you least expect it.

So be ready. And wait for it.

Oh, yes.

I'll wait.

Sorry.

Every time I see that guy I just can't stop myself.

He could end up stopping you himself.

He's a dangerous man.

I recall quite vividly how you told me we'll see who's on his back.

Well? I'm still waiting.

He could end up stopping you himself.

He's a dangerous man.

Not three or four, just the one show.

I'm sorry. I can't do it.

Why?

It wouldn't seem right with Mr. No in prison.

Don't you worry about that.

He wants you to keep performing.

I'm sorry.

Well, that's that.

We don't leave for a month.

If you change your mind, call, no matter how late.

All right.

How are you?

Well, you know.

I've been meaning to call you.

You think we can have
dinner sometime?

Ah, that might be tough. I'm leaving Seoul for a while.

To where?

On tour with the Bitnara Show.

On tour?

Give it a shot, you said. There's no business like show business.

I'm giving it a shot.

Gyesun, we'll be late.

I'm ready.

- Gyongsuk, that should be enough.
- Mm-hm.

Been a while. Doing all right?

Hello.

- Hello!
- There you are!

I said to be quick. Go on.

- Okay, here we go.
- Thank you.

Did Songwon already leave?

Yes.

Looks like we're all here. You'd better count heads.

Yes, sir.

Oh.

Hey.

Who are they?

Bodyguards. My entourage.

Bus fare, room and board, it's out of your pocket.

Right. C'mon.

Hey now!

All accounted for.

Okay.

We're off!

Stop, stop!

What?

Yu Chaeyong!

Stop, stop, stop! Stop!

Chaeyong.

May I join you?

Of course.

Here, here you go, Miss Yu.

Thank you.