---
title: "Sex First, Love Second"
year: 2017
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/sex-first-love-second-2017"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 471413
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 97
community_rating: 5.4
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Sex First, Love Second (2017) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/sex-first-love-second-2017

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film "Sex First, Love Second" revolves around the life of Gong-soo, a man who works in an underwear company. Gong-soo has a crush on one of the new designers named Soo-yeon. In preparation for a design project, Gong-soo decides to express his feelings to Soo-yeon. However, his attempt to confess his emotions is hindered by Chief Lee, a talented and handsome man who gets in the way. The story appears to explore the complexities of relationships and unrequited love, with Gong-soo's crush on Soo-yeon serving as the central plot point. The film's narrative is driven by the interactions between Gong-soo and the people around him, particularly Soo-yeon and Chief Lee, who pose obstacles to Gong-soo's romantic aspirations.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A shy office worker must decide how to confess his crush amid workplace competition."

### Why Watch
- Sweet romance set in an underwear company
- Relatable crush dynamics
- Humorous rivalry with a charismatic colleague

### Caveats & Content Note
- Focuses primarily on a single romantic storyline
- Tone & Suitability: The film features light romance and drama suitable for general audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: romantic, lighthearted, workplace

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Kim Hyeon-cheol

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Choi Min-ho** as *Kim Dae-ri*
- **Suh Zi-eun** as *Soo-yeon (수연)*
- **Jung Myung-seo** as *Manager Lee*
- **Jeon Ji-hak** as *Director Jang*
- **Kang Ye-na** as *Joo-ah (주아)*
- **Kwon Yeong-ho** as *Man-ho (만호)*
- **Kim Do-hee** as *Designer*
- **Kim Ji-yoon-I**
- **Yoo Gi-cheol**

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What does Gong-soo do for a living?
He works at an underwear company.

### Q: Who is Gong-soo's love interest?
Soo-yeon, a new designer at his company.

### Q: What obstacle stands in Gong-soo's way?
Chief Lee, a handsome and talented man, interferes with his confession.

### Q: What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as romance and drama.

### Q: When was the film released?
It was released in South Korea on August 3, 2017.

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