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2023 · 109 min · ★ 6.1 · Drama, Comedy

A former medalist who is now a troublemaker physical educations teacher and a natural born rebel take a satisfying whack at life.

Directed by Kwon Hyeok-jae · Written by Hong Chang-pyo

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