The Time of Fever

In the summer of 2013, Ko Ho Tae returns to his coastal hometown of Gangneung for his father's funeral, only to find his childhood best friend, Kim Dong Hui, already living in his empty house. Dong Hui was kicked out by his father after coming out as gay, and the two reunite after years apart. Now 17, Ho Tae is a promising swimmer struggling with grief and confusion, while Dong Hui, two years older, is a quiet top student hiding his long-buried feelings for his 'brother.' As they share a roof, their easy camaraderie gives way to charged glances and unspoken tension. Ho Tae, grappling with unfamiliar emotions, seeks distractions in fleeting relationships, while Dong Hui tries to suppress his heartache. But a single, impulsive request—'Teach me how to kiss'—shatters their careful distance. This achingly beautiful prequel to *Unintentional Love Story* captures the bittersweet intensity of first love, the pain of self-discovery, and the aching warmth of a touch that lingers. With stunning seaside cinematography and a hauntingly tender score, *The Time of Fever* is a slow-burn emotional journey that will leave you both breathless and heartbroken.