Strange Fairy Tale | 낯선동화 [2015 Drama Special / ENG / 2015.12.18]

KBS WORLD TV・2 minutes read

The narrator navigates family conflict and reunites with his mother, reflecting on the importance of family and prioritizing his children's well-being. Subong's father acknowledges his mistakes, promises to be a better father, and decides to withdraw a lawsuit to protect his son from further trouble while dreaming of happiness without the Bong Bong Brothers or their mother.

Insights

  • The narrator's family is plagued by complex dynamics, including parental absence, financial struggles, and a fractured sense of home, leading to a deep yearning for stability and familial connection.
  • Themes of forgiveness, redemption, and the importance of prioritizing family emerge as Subong's father grapples with past mistakes, seeks reconciliation with his sons, and reflects on the transformative power of love and responsibility.

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Recent questions

  • What is the conflict surrounding the Bong Bong Brothers' copyright?

    The conflict arises when the narrator's father is accused of stealing money from his son and there is a dispute over the copyright of the Bong Bong Brothers. The narrator is encouraged to support a lawsuit regarding the copyright infringement, leading to a legal battle over ownership and compensation.

  • Where does the narrator's mother go, and why does she leave?

    The narrator's mother is believed to be in Japan, but it is later discovered that she is in Seoul. She left due to her ex-husband's denial of reality and obsession with dreams. She promises to return when the narrator enters middle school, but her absence causes emotional turmoil for the family.

  • What job opportunity does the narrator consider for compensation?

    The narrator is offered a job distributing flyers for compensation as a way to save money to move back to their childhood home. This job opportunity presents a means to earn income and work towards achieving the goal of returning to the familiar and cherished childhood residence.

  • How does the narrator's father react to the demands for money?

    Subong's father is confronted by a man demanding money and threatening him, leading to a moment of reflection on his mistakes. Despite the pressure, he decides to withdraw a lawsuit to protect his son from further trouble. He expresses regret for not being able to care for his children properly and promises to be a better father, emphasizing the importance of family.

  • What does the protagonist dream of without the Bong Bong Brothers?

    The protagonist dreams of happiness without the Bong Bong Brothers or their mother, suggesting a desire for a life free from the conflicts and struggles associated with their family situation. This dream reflects a longing for a simpler and more peaceful existence, away from the turmoil and challenges they have faced.

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Summary

00:00

"Childhood Home, Copyright Conflict, Family Reunion"

  • The Bong Bong Brothers were created by the narrator's father.
  • The narrator lies about buying a house, reminiscing about their childhood home.
  • The narrator plans to save money to move back to their childhood home.
  • The narrator's mother is believed to be in Japan and promised to return when the narrator enters middle school.
  • A conflict arises regarding the Bong Bong Brothers' copyright.
  • The narrator's father is accused of stealing money from his son.
  • The narrator is encouraged to support a lawsuit regarding the Bong Bong Brothers' copyright.
  • The narrator is offered a job distributing flyers for compensation.
  • Plans are made to claim compensation for copyright infringement.
  • The narrator discovers their mother is in Seoul, not Hokkaido, and reunites with her.

36:58

Father's redemption: family over dreams.

  • Subong asks his mother if something happened to his father and pleads for her to come back home.
  • The mother explains that she left due to her ex-husband's denial of reality and obsession with dreams.
  • Subong desperately wants his mother to return to provide a better life for him and his brother.
  • The mother expresses her struggles in taking care of herself and the children alone.
  • Subong feels betrayed by his father for lying about his mother's absence and wasting money meant for a better life.
  • Subong's father is confronted by a man demanding money and threatening him.
  • Subong's father expresses regret for not being able to care for his children properly.
  • Subong's father decides to withdraw a lawsuit to protect his son from further trouble.
  • Subong's father acknowledges his mistakes and promises to be a better father to his sons.
  • Subong's father reflects on the importance of family and the need to prioritize his children's well-being.

01:10:41

Dreams of happiness without Bong Bong Brothers

  • The protagonist dreams of happiness without the Bong Bong Brothers or their mother.
  • Subong worked hard to purchase something, possibly a cake.
  • The protagonist believes something cooler than the Bong Bong Brothers can be created.
  • A suggestion is made to eat out for a birthday party.
  • The protagonist is urged to be careful.
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