Blood Ties

Da-eun, played by Son Ye-jin, has just graduated from her studies and is excitedly anticipating the start of her career as a journalist. Her father, Son-man, played by Kim Kap-soo, expresses pride in her accomplishments and supports her aspirations.

Deciding to take a break from her studies, Da-eun goes to the cinema with her boyfriend, Jae-kyung, and her close friend, Bo-ra. The film they choose to see is based on a harrowing real-life unsolved crime that captivates the audience.

The film showcases a tragic story involving the abduction of a boy and the heart-wrenching ransom demands made by the kidnapper. As the plot unfolds, the events take a dark turn when the boy is ultimately discovered dead, leaving a haunting impact on Da-eun.

While watching the film, Da-eun becomes increasingly anxious as she hears the ransom call made by the kidnapper during the movie. The voice on the recording closely resembles her father’s voice, sending chills down her spine.

As the recording plays, Da-eun’s heart races when she hears the kidnapper utter a phrase that her father often says, ‘It Ain't Over 'til It's Over.’ This unsettling realization heightens her anxiety and makes her question everything she knows about her father.

After the chilling movie experience, Da-eun returns home with her mind racing. The haunting thoughts of her father’s potential involvement in the crime weigh heavily on her, triggering a flood of emotions.

Determined to uncover the truth, Da-eun embarks on her own investigation into the unsolved crime that took place nearly fifteen years ago. Each discovery fills her with dread as she grapples with the implications of her father’s potential connection to the case.

As Da-eun digs deeper into the mystery, her relationship with her father begins to fray. The once-close bond is threatened as doubt and fear creep into their interactions, increasing the emotional stakes.

With the statute of limitations on the crime drawing near, Da-eun feels an overwhelming pressure to uncover the truth. The tension escalates as she realizes that time is running out to clear her father's name—or confirm her darkest fears.

Just when things seem to reach a breaking point between Da-eun and her father, a figure from Son-man’s past, known as Im Hyung-joon, unexpectedly reappears. This sudden return complicates the situation further and adds layers of mystery and deception.

Faced with the possibility of her father’s involvement in the crime, Da-eun prepares to confront him. This confrontation is filled with emotional turmoil as she battles with her love for her father and the fear of what she might discover.

In a heartfelt discussion, Da-eun and Son-man voice their secrets and fears. It’s a pivotal moment that could either solidify their bond or tear it apart as they navigate the uncertainties of their shared history.