The people of Murendo Island make their living by fishing. Once, strangers from the city came to this island and tried to deceive the islanders, taking away their right to free fishing.
Salt, Fish, and Shady Contracts Is Badawa ssa-uneun salamdeul worth your time today? If you like movies where you can practically smell the dried seaweed and the desperation, then yes. People who need explosions or fast talking will probably turn this off after ten minutes. It’s a movie that moves at the speed of a tid...
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"Salt, Fish, and Shady Contracts Is Badawa ssa-uneun salamdeul worth your time today? If you like movies where you can practically smell the dried seaweed and the desperation, then yes. People who need explosions or fast talking will probably turn this off after ten minutes. It’s a movie that moves at the speed of a tide coming in. The whole thing takes place on Murendo Island. It’s a place that looks like it hasn't seen a new building in about fifty years. The islanders, led by Ung Na, are just ..."
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