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Synopsis
Set during the 1990s Korean IMF economic crisis. Min, a 6-year-old girl who yearns to be loved for her good behavior, obediently listens to her mom, her teachers, and her pastor in her quest to be a good girl. One day, on her way to church, she encounters a stranger who asks for help in finding a restroom.
Director's Statement
Min is an autobiographical story. It is a haunting and important film about the vile people who get away with sexual assault in this world. It is a reminder of womanhood and the trauma that many of us have to carry with us for the rest of our lives. Writing this film was my first step to healing, and with the help I received from many people, I had the opportunity to bring this movie to life, 'heal' myself,
and move on.
During the festival circuit, I realized that people of all genders and backgrounds could connect with Min. After screenings, many people came up to share their thoughts and feelings. That’s when I understood this isn’t just my story—it’s for anyone who has ever questioned what it truly means to be "a good person" or who has been raised to believe they must always be one.
Before making Min, I focused on my own healing. But meeting so many people and hearing their stories has shifted my perspective. I’ve learned that listening to others can be more powerful than sharing my own story. I’ve grown so much from this experience. The love and support I’ve received from people who watched Min mean everything to me. I’ll carry that with me as I begin the next chapter of this journey.
Crew
Soo Jin Jeong - Writer/Director
Soo Jin Jeong is a Korean filmmaker currently based in Seoul. After graduating from Dallas Baptist University, majoring in Marketing(BBS), she returned to South Korea to pursue her dream in film. She has worked as an assistant director on several major film sets in South Korea. Before starting her career in film, she worked as a writer at Arirang TV, a Korean broadcast system that provides English-language information on Korean current events, culture, and history to regions around South Korea. Min is her debut film as a director and writer. She developed the story during her certificate program at UCLA Extension in Los Angeles. The script, originally titled A Good Girl, reached the quarterfinals in the Los Angeles Screenplay Award 2022 summer competition, and the film production was completed in South Korea. The film was made possible by the support of many people through crowdfunding on SeedandSpark.
Thomas Percy Kim - Producer
Before attending USC’s Film Production program, Thomas’ debut short, SI, starring Ki Hong Lee (MAZE RUNNER) premiered at the 2020 LAAPFF before being sold to and distributed by HBO/Max. Since then, Thomas directed other shorts, such as Busan, 1999, which won Best Narrative at the SFFilm Festival and BFI Future Film Festival, qualifying it for the 2023 Oscars. He is a Sundance, Blacklist, and TIFF fellow, and currently in post for Isle Child, set to be his debut feature.
Tae Gyun Kim - Composer
Tae Gyun is a highly sought-after composer, producer, and mixing engineer with a diverse set of skills that have been widely recognized throughout his career. He received classical training as a pianist and earned a Bachelor's degree in Music Synthesis from Berklee College of Music.
His journey in the music industry began at Manhattan Beach Recording Studio in New York City, where he worked with high-profile clients such as Charlie Watts from The Rolling Stones, Pat Metheny, Meryl Streep, and David Hyde Pierce from "Frasier." As a composer in New York City, Tae also contributed compositions to ABC's "One Life to Live" and Louis Vuitton & Soundwalk's Asian
audio travel guide project, which won the 2009 SIA Creative Awards Bronze medal.
After relocating to Los Angeles, Tae Gyun expanded his composition field into the gaming industry and worked on various projects for CBS, Universal Production Music, and major game developers such as Marvel, Disney Interactive, Nintendo, and Valve Corporation. Tae's collaboration with Crave Mob led to the development of a music game app called "Blow Up," which ranked 2nd on the US iTunes game top chart and 1st in many countries, including China and South Korea.
With his musical background and technical expertise in audio engineering, Tae incorporates these elements strongly in his music production to achieve top-quality output.
He is the main producer and composer for 'Where the Star Falls (Up All Night)' and 'In the Orbit We Meet Again,' both sung by Dazbee, which have recently achieved 10 million and 2 million worldwide
streams on Spotify, respectively. He is also known for actively collaborating with singer-songwriters
from around the world. He co-wrote and produced "Supercharged" (Kwanza Jones), which ranked on the Billboard Top 20 Dance chart. Tae's versatility and proficiency as a composer, producer, and mixing engineer have made him a highly respected figure in the music industry.
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Stream the curated UCLAxFilmFest 2025 Official Selections here!
Synopsis
Set during the 1990s Korean IMF economic crisis. Min, a 6-year-old girl who yearns to be loved for her good behavior, obediently listens to her mom, her teachers, and her pastor in her quest to be a good girl. One day, on her way to church, she encounters a stranger who asks for help in finding a restroom.
Director's Statement
Min is an autobiographical story. It is a haunting and important film about the vile people who get away with sexual assault in this world. It is a reminder of womanhood and the trauma that many of us have to carry with us for the rest of our lives. Writing this film was my first step to healing, and with the help I received from many people, I had the opportunity to bring this movie to life, 'heal' myself,
and move on.
During the festival circuit, I realized that people of all genders and backgrounds could connect with Min. After screenings, many people came up to share their thoughts and feelings. That’s when I understood this isn’t just my story—it’s for anyone who has ever questioned what it truly means to be "a good person" or who has been raised to believe they must always be one.
Before making Min, I focused on my own healing. But meeting so many people and hearing their stories has shifted my perspective. I’ve learned that listening to others can be more powerful than sharing my own story. I’ve grown so much from this experience. The love and support I’ve received from people who watched Min mean everything to me. I’ll carry that with me as I begin the next chapter of this journey.
Crew
Soo Jin Jeong - Writer/Director
Soo Jin Jeong is a Korean filmmaker currently based in Seoul. After graduating from Dallas Baptist University, majoring in Marketing(BBS), she returned to South Korea to pursue her dream in film. She has worked as an assistant director on several major film sets in South Korea. Before starting her career in film, she worked as a writer at Arirang TV, a Korean broadcast system that provides English-language information on Korean current events, culture, and history to regions around South Korea. Min is her debut film as a director and writer. She developed the story during her certificate program at UCLA Extension in Los Angeles. The script, originally titled A Good Girl, reached the quarterfinals in the Los Angeles Screenplay Award 2022 summer competition, and the film production was completed in South Korea. The film was made possible by the support of many people through crowdfunding on SeedandSpark.
Thomas Percy Kim - Producer
Before attending USC’s Film Production program, Thomas’ debut short, SI, starring Ki Hong Lee (MAZE RUNNER) premiered at the 2020 LAAPFF before being sold to and distributed by HBO/Max. Since then, Thomas directed other shorts, such as Busan, 1999, which won Best Narrative at the SFFilm Festival and BFI Future Film Festival, qualifying it for the 2023 Oscars. He is a Sundance, Blacklist, and TIFF fellow, and currently in post for Isle Child, set to be his debut feature.
Tae Gyun Kim - Composer
Tae Gyun is a highly sought-after composer, producer, and mixing engineer with a diverse set of skills that have been widely recognized throughout his career. He received classical training as a pianist and earned a Bachelor's degree in Music Synthesis from Berklee College of Music.
His journey in the music industry began at Manhattan Beach Recording Studio in New York City, where he worked with high-profile clients such as Charlie Watts from The Rolling Stones, Pat Metheny, Meryl Streep, and David Hyde Pierce from "Frasier." As a composer in New York City, Tae also contributed compositions to ABC's "One Life to Live" and Louis Vuitton & Soundwalk's Asian
audio travel guide project, which won the 2009 SIA Creative Awards Bronze medal.
After relocating to Los Angeles, Tae Gyun expanded his composition field into the gaming industry and worked on various projects for CBS, Universal Production Music, and major game developers such as Marvel, Disney Interactive, Nintendo, and Valve Corporation. Tae's collaboration with Crave Mob led to the development of a music game app called "Blow Up," which ranked 2nd on the US iTunes game top chart and 1st in many countries, including China and South Korea.
With his musical background and technical expertise in audio engineering, Tae incorporates these elements strongly in his music production to achieve top-quality output.
He is the main producer and composer for 'Where the Star Falls (Up All Night)' and 'In the Orbit We Meet Again,' both sung by Dazbee, which have recently achieved 10 million and 2 million worldwide
streams on Spotify, respectively. He is also known for actively collaborating with singer-songwriters
from around the world. He co-wrote and produced "Supercharged" (Kwanza Jones), which ranked on the Billboard Top 20 Dance chart. Tae's versatility and proficiency as a composer, producer, and mixing engineer have made him a highly respected figure in the music industry.
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