The South Korean film Ugly Duckling Ms. Maeng has revealed new images of the character played by Lee Sun Bin, who portrays a Korean language teacher who ends up involved, due to an administrative error, in the creation of the country's most important university entrance exam.
The comedy film will be released in South Korean theaters on October 28, according to the production team.
What is Ugly Duckling Ms. Maeng about?
Ugly Duckling Ms. Maeng follows Maeng Bo Ram, played by Lee Sun Bin, a sincere Korean language teacher from a small provincial town. Due to an administrative error, Bo Ram ends up joining the team in charge of drafting the CSAT (College Scholastic Ability Test), known in Korea as the Suneung, the university entrance exam.
The plot unfolds within the question-drafting headquarters, a space completely isolated for 40 days while the committee works in absolute secrecy to create questions without typos or room for disputes, which the production describes as problem-free questions.
Surrounded by highly qualified, experienced examiners with solid academic backgrounds, Maeng Bo Ram must face one challenge after another, relying solely on her genuine concern for students and her firm convictions.
New images of Lee Sun Bin as a rookie examiner
The newly released photographs show Maeng Bo Ram from a fresh, sincere, and endearingly clumsy angle, typical of a newcomer to the world of exam creation. In one of the images, the character appears with her hands carefully clasped and an innocent expression. In another, she wears thick-rimmed glasses while carefully studying an exam, thus reflecting her genuine concern for the students who will end up taking the test.
What Lee Sun Bin has said about her character
Lee Sun Bin shared her impressions on the process of building Maeng Bo Ram: Although Maeng Bo Ram might be a bit frustrating at times, I carefully studied the character so that she could also convey the image of the warmest and fairest teacher for someone. The actress added that she hopes the audience enjoys the film while feeling like they are wholeheartedly cheering for teacher Maeng.
Release date and where to see Lee Sun Bin
Ugly Duckling Ms. Maeng will hit South Korean theaters on October 28. While waiting for the premiere, Lee Sun Bin can also be seen in the series Boyhood.
Frequently asked questions about Ugly Duckling Ms. Maeng
When does Ugly Duckling Ms. Maeng premiere in theaters?
The film will arrive in South Korean theaters on October 28.
Who plays Maeng Bo Ram in Ugly Duckling Ms. Maeng?
Actress Lee Sun Bin plays Maeng Bo Ram, the Korean language teacher who is the protagonist of the story.
What is Ugly Duckling Ms. Maeng about?
The comedy tells the story of how a Korean language teacher from a small town ends up, due to an administrative error, being part of the team that creates South Korea's CSAT exam, working in secret for 40 days alongside experienced examiners.
What is the CSAT mentioned in the film?
The CSAT, known in Korea as Suneung, is the university entrance exam in South Korea, and the film's plot revolves around the secret process of creating its questions.
Where else can Lee Sun Bin be seen currently?
In addition to her role in Ugly Duckling Ms. Maeng, Lee Sun Bin also appears in the series Boyhood.
