The policewoman's name is Young-nam, and she is played by actress Bae Doona. She was sent to the small fishing village as punishment for being involved in a controversial case in Seoul.
The teenage girl, named Do-hee, is played by Kim Sae-ron. She is constantly subjected to physical and emotional abuse by her alcoholic father and strict grandmother. Young-nam becomes increasingly concerned for Do-hee's well-being and starts to intervene in her life.
As they spend more time together, Young-nam discovers that Do-hee is hiding a dark secret about her family and town. She becomes determined to protect the girl from harm and uncover the truth behind the town's shady secrets.
The film deals with themes of abuse, discrimination, and corruption in a rural society. It was directed by July Jung and premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in 2014, where it received critical acclaim.
