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64% Critic Match
Birdcage Inn
“Same age, same space and different life…”
6.4 / 10• 1998• 1h 41m•NR• Korean
Drama
Storyline
Jin-a, a young prostitute, moves into a seaside motel called the Birdcage Inn, run by a dysfunctional family. Struggling with her circumstances and the family's treatment, she forms an unlikely bond with the daughter, Hye-mi. As they navigate love, betrayal, and personal growth, their friendship ultimately leads to a deeper understanding and a chance for redemption.
Cast & Crew
Lee Ji-eun
Jin-a
Lead
Lee Hae-eun
Hye-mi
Ahn Jae-mo
Hyun-woo
JH
Jeong Hyeong-gi
Gecko
Son Min-seok
Jin-ho
Lee In-ok
Mother
Jang Hang-seon
Father
Lee Yoon-geon
Detective
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Kim Ki-duk's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Birdcage Inn is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
