A DeadbEAT's Meal (2021)

Other name: 백수세끼, Baegsusekki, Three Meals a Day, Three Hundred Meals, Three Hundreds of Meals

Description:

A DeadbEAT's Meal tells the poignant growth story of Jae Ho, a Korean literature graduate navigating the daunting landscape of his second year preparing for a job. After an extended period of public service, Jae Ho finds himself caught in a frustrating cycle of continuous job failures, compounded by the lingering pain of a recent parting. His spirit, once hopeful, is weighed down by persistent rejections and emotional wounds.

As he grapples with these overwhelming challenges, Jae Ho discovers an unexpected path to healing: food. What begins as a simple necessity evolves into a profound medium for solace and self-discovery. Each meal becomes a source of warm comfort, offering him much-needed sympathy and a delicious escape. Through the act of preparing and enjoying food, reminiscent of mukbang satisfaction, Jae Ho slowly begins to mend. This deeply personal journey illustrates how culinary experiences can nourish the soul, transforming his despair into a resilient spirit and paving the way for his eventual personal growth and recovery.

Producer: Naver TV Cast

Director: Kim Joon Mo [김준모]

Country: Korean

Status: Completed

Released: 2021

Genre:Food; life; Web Series