Save the Green Planet!

Save the Green Planet!

Year: 2005

Runtime: 118 min

Language: Korean

Director: Joon-Hwan Jang

Sci-FiDramaThrillerFantasyComedy

Driven by a belief that an imminent threat to Earth exists, the unusual Lee Byeong-gu takes the drastic measure of kidnapping CEO Kang Man-shik. Convinced that Kang is connected to extraterrestrial forces, Byeong-gu embarks on a quest to uncover the truth behind his plans. As he investigates, the boundaries between reality and delusion become increasingly unclear, leading him to question the nature of evil and humanity’s struggle against a hidden danger.

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1

Byeong-gu's Conviction

Byeong-gu is a whimsical yet tormented man who believes that extraterrestrial beings from Andromeda PK 45 are about to invade Earth. He feels a heavy burden as he sees himself as the sole protector of humanity, which sets the stage for his desperate actions.

2

Meeting Su-ni

Byeong-gu's playful circus performer girlfriend, Su-ni, becomes determined to support him despite his eccentric beliefs. Their relationship is marked by laughter yet overshadowed by Byeong-gu's paranoia about the impending alien threat.

3

The Kidnapping Plan

Convinced that Kang Man-shik, a high-ranking pharmaceutical executive, is an alien in disguise, Byeong-gu devises a desperate plan to kidnap him. This decision marks the beginning of a series of horrific events that spiral out of control.

4

Imprisonment of Man-shik

Byeong-gu and Su-ni successfully imprison Man-shik in Byeong-gu's basement workshop, where he intends to extract vital information. The basement becomes a site of torment, illustrating Byeong-gu's disturbed mind and his belief in extraterrestrial conspiracies.

Byeong-gu's basement
5

The Revealing Past

As Byeong-gu tortures Man-shik with painful methods to disrupt his supposed alien communication, he faces a dark revelation. It becomes evident that Byeong-gu’s mother was a victim of a pharmaceutical trial run by Man-shik's company, deepening his need for revenge.

6

Detective's Investigation

A detective arrives to investigate Man-shik's sudden disappearance, creating tension as Byeong-gu attempts to cover his tracks. The detective is initially oblivious to the chaos unfolding, but his instincts alert him to the disturbing atmosphere surrounding Byeong-gu.

7

The Dog's Discovery

While exiting, the detective notices Byeong-gu's dog, named Earth, gnawing on remnants of previous victims. This grim discovery prompts an uneasy feeling in the detective, foreshadowing the violent encounter that awaits him.

8

The Detective's Fate

As the investigation unfolds, the detective meets a gruesome end at the paws of Byeong-gu's pet bees. His death marks a pivotal point in the narrative, escalating the horror and chaos embodied by Byeong-gu's mental state.

9

Man-shik's Deception

In a moment of manipulative ingenuity, Man-shik leads Byeong-gu to believe that a bottle of benzene in his car could cure his mother’s comatose state. This information drives Byeong-gu into a frantic rush to the hospital, leaving Man-shik a chance to escape.

10

Uncovering Byeong-gu's Past

Alone in the chaotic workshop, Man-shik discovers unsettling evidence of Byeong-gu's chilling experiments. He uncovers horrific photographs and notebooks filled with Byeong-gu's violent history, providing chilling insights into his fractured psyche.

Byeong-gu's workshop
11

Confrontation with the Detective

The situation escalates when the detective's partner finds a frantic Man-shik just as Byeong-gu arrives home in a blind rage. A tumultuous struggle ensues, revealing the depths of Byeong-gu’s madness and his desperate attempts to shield his twisted reality.

12

The Alien Confession

In a surprising twist, Man-shik claims to be an alien, spinning a fantastical tale about saving humanity from a destructive gene. This bizarre confession is a strategic delay, as he desperately seeks to bide time while plotting his escape.

13

The Factory Showdown

Byeong-gu rushes to the pharmaceutical factory, desperate to confront Man-shik. It is here that the situation culminates in a dramatic showdown, revealing Byeong-gu's fate as he battles varying forces of chaos and despair.

Pharmaceutical factory
14

The Final Moments

In a tragic conclusion, Byeong-gu is brutally beaten, and law enforcement arrives, only to shoot him as he lies bloodied and dying. His last words reflect a heartbreaking realization of his perceived failure in saving the world he desperately wished to protect.

15

Aliens' Decision

In a shocking twist, it is revealed that the aliens are indeed real and they abduct Man-shik, who is unveiled as the alien king. Disappointed by humanity's cruelty, the aliens make the fateful decision to obliterate Earth, marking the end of Byeong-gu's tragic story.

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