At the time, the Korean government controlled the press; Hinzpeter’s footage was vital in breaking the media blackout.

The film's narrative revolves around the life of a taxi driver, who becomes obsessed with saving a young prostitute from the clutches of her pimp. As the story unfolds, the driver's fixation on the prostitute leads him down a dark path of violence and madness, blurring the lines between reality and fantasy. Through this gripping storyline, the movie sheds light on themes of loneliness, morality, and the consequences of unchecked emotions.

The bond between the driver and the journalist, despite the language barrier, is deeply moving.