A DeadbEATs Meal(2021)

A Deadbeats Meal follows Jae-ho, a Korean literature graduate navigating the frustrations of repeated job rejections and personal loss. Years into his search for stable employment, he finds solace in an unexpected place: food. Through cooking and eating, Jae-ho discovers a way to process his disappointment and connect with others who share similar struggles. The series captures intimate moments of culinary comfort, where meals become more than sustenance—they're a form of healing. As Jae-ho prepares dishes and shares them, he learns that vulnerability and honesty about failure can forge genuine human connection. A Deadbeats Meal is a gentle, reflective look at how small acts of nourishment can help us survive life's setbacks.