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On a humid summer day, a preview of the director's new film is held at a small theater in crisis due to COVID-19. As the boss refuses to operate the air conditioner, the tired part-timer's patience begins to run out because of complaints from the heat-weary audience.
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On a humid summer day, a preview of the director's new film is held at a small theater in crisis due to COVID-19. As the boss refuses to operate the air conditioner, the tired part-timer's patience begins to run out because of complaints from the heat-weary audience.
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Genre:Drama
Written By:Ko Bong-soo
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