Bank of Seoul

Seong Jae lives a grueling life as a high-stakes employee, constantly juggling long hours and the pressure to meet expectations. His major firm pushes him to his limits, and his sleep-deprived body bears the brunt of this endless struggle. One fateful night, while working overtime, Seong Jae dozes off, only to find himself at the Sleep Bank - an unorthodox institution that caters to the sleep-deprived masses. The enigmatic branch manager, seemingly unfazed by Seong Jae's late appearance, greets him warmly and offers a sleep loan. The terms are straightforward: repay the loan at an unspecified time, and the Sleep Bank will let him sleep soundly until then. At first, the loan seems like a panacea for Seong Jae, allowing him to recharge and face the challenges ahead. His productivity soars as he taps into the magical pool of sleep, courtesy of the Sleep Bank. He effortlessly meets deadlines, exceeds expectations, and earns the admiration of his peers. The loan's interest may be piling up, but that concern is pushed to the back of Seong Jae's mind, drowned out by the allure of success. Behind the scenes, however, the wheels of the Sleep Bank's operation are turning at an alarming pace. The branch manager seems to be watching Seong Jae from afar, ever-curious about his client's ability to meet his obligations. As Seong Jae's reliance on the loan grows, so does the accumulation of interest. It becomes an unspoken agreement between Seong Jae and the Sleep Bank - the longer he works, the more sleep he can borrow, and the deeper he sinks into the rabbit hole of debt. As time passes, Seong Jae's grip on reality begins to slip. He works tirelessly, fueled by the sleep loan, his life revolving around the office and the Sleep Bank. He starts to neglect his personal life, sacrificing relationships and friendships for the sake of his job. His friends and family grow concerned, sensing that something is amiss. They try to reach out, but Seong Jae is too far gone, trapped in a cycle of work, sleep, and debt. Meanwhile, the branch manager remains a mysterious figure, observing Seong Jae's progress with an air of detachment. Their relationship is one of convenience, with the branch manager playing the role of both benefactor and creditor. They exist in a symbiotic dance, with Seong Jae dependent on the loan to propel his career and the branch manager reaping the benefits of Seong Jae's success. As the loan's due date draws near, the stakes become higher. Seong Jae's world begins to unravel, with debt collectors and the Sleep Bank itself closing in on him. The branch manager's demeanor changes, and he becomes more menacing, hinting that the repayment of the loan will come at a steep price. Seong Jae begins to question the true nature of the Sleep Bank and the terms of the loan, but his mind is clouded by the haze of exhaustion and stress. Ultimately, it becomes clear that the Sleep Bank's promise of sleep and success comes with a terrible cost. The loan's true nature is revealed to be a vicious cycle, ensnaring Seong Jae and countless others in its grasp. The institution preys on the sleep-deprived, manipulating them into a never-ending cycle of work and debt. The branch manager's intentions are far from altruistic, and his role is that of a puppeteer, orchestrating the downfall of those who fall prey to the Sleep Bank's charms. As Seong Jae struggles to come to terms with the reality of his situation, he realizes that the true price of success is not worth the cost. The film builds towards a tense resolution, culminating in a desperate attempt by Seong Jae to break free from the Sleep Bank's grasp. Will he emerge victorious, or will he succumb to the all-consuming force of the loan?