Half a Kiss and Half a Spice

In this delightful 14-minute South Korean short film, college student Sang Min finally gets the chance to live under the same roof as Min Soo, a charismatic senior from sports college whom he's been secretly crushing on. What follows is a sweet, lightly comedic slice-of-life romance built around one very specific obsession: spicy chicken. Sang Min's world revolves around his beloved spicy chicken, a soul food that brings him comfort and joy. But when a small mistake leads his senior to ban the fiery dish from their shared home, Sang Min must navigate the ups and downs of cohabitation, unspoken feelings, and the hilarious lengths he'll go to satisfy his cravings. With a warm, fluffy tone and genuine chemistry between the leads, 'Half a Kiss and Half a Spice' captures the tender tension of a crush blossoming into something more—all while keeping one eye on the dinner table. It's a bite-sized gem that leaves you craving both love and a little bit of heat.