This paper aims to analyze the aspect of representation of space and
other in Korean films about migrant workers. This paper will focus on
conflict between Korean workers and workers from Southeast Asia. In
laundry, migrant workers had to endure inhumane treatment from
Korean workers. "Han-sik", hero of this movie, is cynical about others
and assumes the attitude of an onlooker on them. The father of
"Han-sik" was a immigrant worker in the United States. However, he
was contemptuous of both his father and of immigrant workers. But, he
gradually began to understand their position. In the ending of the film,
he showed "Jaki", worker from Bangladesh, a tolerant attitude.
girl and male worker from Bangladesh. The story about love between
Korean woman and man from Southeast Asia is a very sensitive issue.
"Min-seo", is heroine of this film, ignored and looked down on him only
because he was from poor country. She is part-time worker of gas
station and massage shops. Her workplace is surrounded by danger like
capitalism in Korean society by showing spaces filled with insatiable
desire. "Min-seo" is slowly changed by his unconditional kindness and tolerance on her. This film emphasizes us the value of the spirit of
hospitality.