In Our Prime

At a selective private school where academic excellence reigns supreme, Ji-woo struggles to fit in as an outsider. Despite the odds, Ji-woo's life takes an unexpected turn when he encounters Hak-sung, an enigmatic janitor who possesses a remarkable gift for mathematics. What initially seems like an ordinary encounter soon reveals that Hak-sung is not merely a custodian but a brilliant mind forced into manual labor due to his extraordinary background: Hak-sung is a former North Korean mathematical prodigy who defected from the oppressive regime in search of intellectual freedom and safety. Together, Ji-woo and Hak-sung navigate the tumultuous waters of academia, friendship, and the pursuit of knowledge, uncovering truths about themselves and their world that neither could have foreseen. This thought-provoking story delves into themes of social acceptance, intellectual courage, and the power of human connection to transcend barriers.