Love Is Protein
One idle summer night, three poor housemates, Jae-ho, Kyeong-soon, and Hong-chan order fried chicken with the money from the shattered piggy bank. When the food arrives, it is delivered by a large swine. A giant chicken soon follows, begging the 3 housemates that his fried chick is not to be eaten.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | 사랑은 단백질 |
| Year | 2008 |
| Country | South Korea |
| Genre | Animation, Comedy, Drama |
| Director | Yeon Sang-ho |
| Runtime | 23 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.0/10 (2 votes) |
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Director Sohn Bong-hun constructs a short film on the contrast between mundane routine and surreal intrusion, using simple animation as a vehicle for sudden philosophical depth. It explores morality and compassion through grotesque imagery while maintaining a light comedic tone.
What lingers after the credits is a surprisingly tender parable, packaged as an absurd sketch, that reframes the simple act of ordering food. Those who tire of predictable narratives will find a refreshing bite of whimsical social commentary here. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Yeon Sang-ho
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Best watched with friends, when you want a comedy that's both silly and strangely thoughtful.
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